Women’s Center Rome Welcomes Obstetrician and Gynecologist

Harbin Clinic is excited to welcome Dr. Patricia Walters to Harbin Clinic Women’s Center Rome. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, and she begins seeing patients on Aug. 22, 2024.

Dr. Walters was drawn to obstetrics and gynecology early in her medical career and finds caring for women very fulfilling. She loves the diversity of medical knowledge that being an obstetrics and gynecology (OB-GYN) physician requires. From routine appointments to complex surgical procedures, Dr. Walters enjoys using a variety of skills and appreciates that every day looks different in her practice.

“I will never forget the first baby I helped deliver,” said Dr. Walters. “It was magical then, and it is still magical every time.”

Dr. Walters pointed out that serving as an OB-GYN is much more than helping women deliver children. It is also an opportunity to give women a healthy, informative perspective on womanhood from an early age and throughout life.

“I love helping women understand clear and comprehensive information about their health. Even with younger patients, I enjoy educating them about their bodies and listening to their questions. My goal is to create a safe space for patients that is not intimidating so that they are comfortable throughout the entire experience,” said Dr. Walters.

Describing her medical philosophy, Dr. Walters said she has two concepts she repeats to herself daily. The first one, “Listen first and act second,” helps her remember that every room holds a different person with unique needs. “Be the kind of doctor I want for my family,” is her second mantra.

“I value talking with patients about life goals because, for many of my patients, there is not always a standard medical answer. It is a privilege to put together an individualized health plan for the women I work with,” said Dr. Walters.

Dr. Walters grew up in Calhoun and went to school in the Rome area. She is excited to return to a place she loves where she has many meaningful connections established. Additionally, she looks forward to joining Harbin Clinic during its integration with Atrium Health Floyd. Harbin Clinic and Atrium Health Floyd announced their strategic combination earlier this year. Being a part of Atrium Health will be a familiar experience for Dr. Walters, as she completed her residency at Atrium Health Navicent in Macon, Georgia.

In her spare time, Dr. Walters is ready to get back outside in the area with her husband and 6-month-old daughter. They also have just begun to dabble in beekeeping. They have two colonies of bees in the area, and their hives produced 75 pounds of honey in their first harvest.

“I would not call myself a beekeeper just yet,” said Dr. Walters, “but it is a hobby I am excited to continue to learn more about.”

Dr. Walters will begin seeing patients in the Women’s Center in Rome on Aug. 22, 2024. To learn more about Dr. Walters and the Women’s Center in Rome, click here.