Professional Journey & Educational Background

Dr. Melissa Halbach was born in Alexandria, Virginia, and graduated from Vanderbilt University. She earned her Medical Degree and a Master’s in Pathology from Chicago Medical School. Dr. Halbach completed her residency at Emory University, where she served as Chief Resident in her final year.

With over twenty years of practice in Athens, Dr. Halbach has held several prominent positions, including Chief of Obstetrics and Gynecology at St. Mary’s Hospital and member of the Perinatal and Oncology Committees at Piedmont Athens Regional.

Currently, she serves as a board member and credentialing committee member of the Coalition of Athens Area Physicians. Dr. Halbach is also actively involved in the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, having held leadership roles such as Junior Fellow Vice Chair and Chair.