Piedmont Newton Hospital and Piedmont Physicians Group have announced that Christopher Vetter, M.D., has joined Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists as a general surgeon.

Dr. Vetter specializes in minimally-invasive abdominal, hernia, breast and endocrine surgery. He also has a strong interest in medical informatics and its applications to performance improvement.

Dr. Vetter earned his medical degree from Ross University College of Medicine, after obtaining a master’s degree in medical science at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. He completed a residency in general surgery at Carle Foundation Hospital / Carle Illinois College of Medicine. He has obtained additional certifications in medical informatics, quality and safety, and robotic surgery.