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Renee Allen, MD, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Snellville, GA

ReneeSimone YolandaAllenMDMHSc.

Obstetrics & Gynecology Snellville, GA

Hospitalist

OBGYN Hospitalist with Delphi of TEAMHealth, Adjunct Assistant Professor - Morehouse School of Med.

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  • Office

    Eastside Medical Center
    1700 Medical Way,
    Snellville, GA 30078
    Phone+1 770-979-0200

Summary

  • Born in Jamaica and raised in Toronto, Canada, Dr. Allen graduated with honors, with her undergraduate degree at McMaster University in Hamilton, ON Canada. She went on to complete a Master's of Health Science Degree in Community Health and Epidemiology at University of Toronto and subsequently worked as a Health Analyst/Epidemiologist at a local health department in Brampton, ON Canada prior to matriculating at Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine where she earned her medical degree.

    She completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Emory University School of Medicine and then taught future young doctors the art and skills of Obstetrics and Gynecology, as a faculty member at Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA for 4 years.

    Since 2012, Dr. Allen, a board-certified OBGYN, has been practicing in Atlanta, GA as an OBGYN Hospitalist. In addition, Dr. Allen maintains a faculty appointment in the OBGYN Department of Morehouse School of Medicine as an Adjunct Assistant Professor.

    Dr. Allen has a special interest in international health and completed her first international medical mission in Jamaica, West Indies in October 2012 and a Surgical Mission in Honduras in November 2013.

    Dr. Allen's approachable captivating demeanor, dependability and broad knowledge of health, and in particular, women’s health issues has made her a leading consultant and medical contributor, reshaping the lives of women both domestically and abroad. Dr. Allen appears frequently in the media for her expertise on issues related to pregnancy, sexual health, menopause, relationships, fitness, work/life balance and other wellness/health topics. She has appeared on CNNEspanol and has been an invited health expert on many satellite radio programs. Her heath articles have been published in Good Housekeeping, Business Woman Magazine, Bustle, Fit Pregnancy, BlackDoctor.org, Girl’s Life Magazine, Healthline.com, Healthyway.com and many Blogs.

Education & Training

  • Emory University School of Medicine
    Emory University School of MedicineResidency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2004 - 2008
  • Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
    Michigan State University College of Human MedicineClass of 2004
  • University of Toronto
    University of TorontoMHSc, Community Health and Epidemiology, 1997 - 1999
  • McMaster University
    McMaster UniversityB.A, Psychology with Minor in Biology, Honors, 1993 - 1997

Certifications & Licensure

  • GA State Medical License
    GA State Medical License 2008 - 2025
  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology Obstetrics & Gynecology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Delegated Industry Coordinator Chief during PGY4 2007, 2008
  • Emory Grady Society of Gynecologists and Obstetricians Award Emory University SOM - Dept GYNOB, 2006
  • Richard & Lenor Burson Memorial Scholarship received for academic excellence 2003, 2004
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Publications & Presentations

Abstracts/Posters

  • The Mandatory Health Programs and Services in Ontario: Overview of the Research Literature on the Effectiveness of Public Health Interventions.
    Heale J. and Allen R, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Health Unit, Guelph

Lectures

  • Trauma in Pregnancy. 
    Morehouse School of Medicine. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Atlanta, GA
  • Skin Disorders and Headaches. 
    Morehouse School of Medicine. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Atlanta, GA
  • Crisis Intervention. 
    Morehouse School of Medicine. Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Atlanta, GA
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Other

  • Key Informants Study: Report of the Caribbean Community Mapping Project: A Brief Look at Mental Health Issues in the Caribbean Community of Toronto. 
    Allen, R, Hyman, I and Sadavoy
    Research Publication for the Centre of Addiction and Mental Health, Clarke Institute of Psychiatry

Press Mentions

  • Here’s What Can Happen if You Take Prenatal Vitamins When You’re Not Pregnant
    Here’s What Can Happen if You Take Prenatal Vitamins When You’re Not PregnantAugust 18th, 2017

Committees

  • Provisional Member, Junior League of Atlanta 2012 - Present
  • Medical Mission Physician Volunteer, Atlanta Montego Bay Sister Cities Committee 2012 - Present
  • Global Maternal/Infant Health Volunteer Physician Trainer, FootPrints Foundation 2012 - Present
  • Committee Member, Physician Leadership and Identity 2012 - Present

Professional Memberships

  • Fellow
  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Diplomate
  • Southern Medical Association
    Member
  • Society of OBGYN Hospitalists
    Member
  • Medical Association of Atlanta
    Member
  • Georgia Obstetrical and Gynecological Society
    Member

Other Languages

  • French