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BEST OF GEORGIA SPOTLIGHT 2024
Family Medicine of Pooler:
Transforming Healthcare,
One Patient at a Time
by The Georgia Business Journal
January 2025
In the tight-knit community of Pooler, Georgia, Family Medicine of Pooler has become more than just a healthcare provider—it’s a trusted cornerstone for residents seeking compassionate, patient-centered care. This year, their dedication earned them a remarkable accolade: the 2024 Best of Georgia Regional Award, an honor bestowed by Gbj.com. Selected through votes from loyal patients and community members, the award highlights the impact of a practice deeply rooted in service and innovation.
Founded in 2010 by Drs. Christi and Pete Ghaleb, Family Medicine of Pooler began with a straightforward goal: to prioritize the kind of efficient, attentive, and compassionate care patients deserve. After eight years at Memorial Health, Dr. Christi Ghaleb recognized the need for a different kind of practice—one that rejected the impersonal rush of modern healthcare. In 2017, the Ghalebs made a bold move, transitioning to a Direct Primary Care (DPC) model, becoming the first to do so in the Greater Savannah area. The change wasn’t just a leap of faith; it was a calculated risk grounded in the belief that quality care should never be compromised by administrative constraints.
“We saw an opportunity to return to the basics of medicine: building relationships with our patients,” Dr. Christi Ghaleb shares. “Winning the Best of Georgia Regional Award is a testament to the trust and support we’ve cultivated over the years.”
The DPC model has allowed Family Medicine of Pooler to sidestep many of the limitations imposed by traditional insurance systems. By offering a subscription-based care model, the practice has been able to maintain a smaller patient base, ensuring longer appointments and more personalized care. The success of this model has inspired over a dozen similar practices to emerge in the Chatham area, underscoring the Ghalebs’ role as trailblazers in their field.
Behind the scenes, Dr. Pete Ghaleb’s business acumen has been instrumental. While Dr. Christi focuses on patient care, Dr. Pete manages the administrative operations, creating a seamless partnership that allows the practice to thrive. Their synergy has become a hallmark of Family Medicine of Pooler, resonating with patients who appreciate the stability and warmth of a family-run clinic.
The Best of Georgia Awards, powered by Gbj.com, rely on community nominations and votes to recognize outstanding businesses across the state. For Family Medicine of Pooler, this award is more than a trophy; it reflects years of dedication and their patients’ enduring support. The recognition also amplifies the voice of a community that values healthcare as an integral part of its fabric.
As Family Medicine of Pooler celebrates this milestone, the Ghalebs remain committed to their mission: providing the kind of care that doesn’t just treat symptoms but nurtures the whole person. In doing so, they’ve proven that medicine, at its best, is a deeply human endeavor—and that’s worth every vote.​
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By Georgia Business Journal 01/2025
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