"Our unopposed residency program has the support of a forward-thinking administration that allows us to develop quality physicians in the setting of an active medical community."

Dr. Desmond joined Floyd in 2009 as an associate director. He is responsible for teaching family medicine at the hospital and residency center.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree of science in biology from the University of Georgia, Athens, Ga.
• Master’s degree in science education from the University of Georgia, Athens, Ga.
• Medical doctorate from Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Ga.
• Residency from Halifax Hospital Family Medicine Residency in Daytona Beach, Fla.

Professional interests

• Office procedures - skin biopsy, cryotherapy
• Education in medicine
• Health care reform
• Cardiomyopathies

Personal Interest

• Minor home remodeling
• Woodworking
• Church involvement
• Married and father of two