Michael Litrel, MD, FACOG

Dr. Litrel joined Dr. James Cross at Cherokee Women’s OB/GYN in 1997, and became CEO of the group in 2001. Dr. Litrel practices general and high risk obstetrics as well as gynecological surgery, and has extensive expertise in non-invasive laparoscopic and advanced pelvic reconstructive surgical techniques. He is on the clinical faculty at Emory University School of Medicine and Medical College of Georgia, and is notably active in his community, holding numerous leadership positions in the region.

Dr. Litrel is the author of The Eyes Don’t See, a book about the relationship between faith and health. He regularly publishes articles in the cutting edge arena of integrative health. His speaking engagements include audiences both layman and medical, with venues including the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine.

Dr. Litrel lives in Woodstock with his wife Ann and their sons Tyler and Joseph. In addition to writing, his interests include reading, martial arts and golf.

Educational Background

Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia
Residency, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia
Degree: MD

Wesleyan University, Middletown, Connecticut
Degree: BA, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry

Additional Training

Advanced Laparoscopic Center, Marietta, Georgia
1994-1997

Board Certifications

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
National Board of Medical Examiners

Academic Honors and Leadership

Cherokee-Pickens Medical Society
President, 2007 - present

Northside Hospital-Cherokee
Chairman of Department of Surgery, 2006 - present

Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta Georgia
Assistant Clinical Professor, 1997-present

Medical College of Georgia
Assistant Clinical Professor, 1999-present

Cherokee County Board of Health
Chairman, 2000-present

The Hope Center for Pregnancy Crisis
Medical Director, 2006-present

Tobacco Use Prevention Program
Director, North Georgia District, 2001-2005

Cherokee County Health Department
Director of Women’s Health Services, 1997-2004

Alpha Omega Alpha, National Medical Honor Society
Awarded 1991

Professional Memberships

Fellow, American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
Cherokee-Pickens Medical Society
American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
Georgia Obstetrical and Gynecological Society
Medical Association of Georgia

Hospital appointments

Northside Hospital-Cherokee, Canton, Georgia
St. Joseph’s Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia
Grady Memorial Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia

Licensure

State of Georgia