About Oconee Weight & Wellness
It all started with a simple question...
How can someone lose weight and keep it off?
We wanted to know how the average person could manage in their day-to-day lifestyle, without extreme dieting or insane exercise regimes. The idea was that if we can make weight loss manageable, we can make it a sustainable plan to lose weight and keep it off. And that's what we did.
We answered that question, and Oconee Weight and Wellness was started in 2014 to help Athens, Oconee, and the surrounding areas of northeast Georgia achieve greater health and wellness through weight loss, anti-aging, lab testing, and many other services.
ABOUT US
We make Weight Loss and Wellness Enjoyable and Achievable
Oconee Weight and Wellness is a trusted medical weight loss clinic in Athens, GA, dedicated to helping individuals achieve lasting weight loss, improved health, and renewed confidence.
Founded in 2014 by Nurse Practitioner Alison Partridge, OWW combines expert medical care with compassionate support to create truly personalized wellness plans.
With services including appetite suppressants, prescription GLP-1s, peptide therapy, and energy-boosting supplements, the clinic offers a science-backed approach to weight management. Unlike generic programs, OWW provides ongoing weekly visits and one-on-one guidance to ensure patients feel empowered, supported, and successful at every stage of their journey.
Whether you're struggling with stubborn weight, low energy, or past program failures, Oconee Weight and Wellness is your partner in building a healthier, sustainable lifestyle—one step at a time.
Meet Our Team
Alison Partridge
founder & nurse practitioner
Alison Partridge is the founder and heart behind Oconee Weight and Wellness. A nationally certified Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner with a Master’s in Nursing, Alison brings over 25 years of experience in weight management to the practice. She opened OWW in 2014, driven by her own personal struggles with weight and a deep desire to help others achieve lasting wellness.
What sets Alison apart is her compassionate, medically informed approach to weight loss. With 42 years of experience as a phlebotomist and six years in women’s health, she provides hands-on care, expert supervision, and guidance tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Alison finds the most joy in watching lives change—not just physically, but emotionally and mentally as well. She’s passionate about ensuring patients reach their goals safely and are equipped to maintain them for the long term.
Outside of work, Alison enjoys life on her minifarm, traveling, paddle boarding, and spending time with her beloved husband and grandchildren. She also has a love for gardening, especially growing herbs and flowers.
Dr. Harry Tripp Wingate
Physician
Dr. Wingate is a Georgia native who has been a member of the Oconee community for a number of years. Dr. Wingate is a 1984 cum laude graduate of the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a 1988 graduate of the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine. Dr. Wingate is a 1990 graduate of the Medical College of Georgia Family Practice Residency Program and holds board certifications in both Family Practice and Emergency Medicine.
Dr. Wingate has over 25 years of experience in medicine and is the founder and associate editor of the Journal of Rural Emergency Medicine, as well as past chair of the American College of Emergency Physicians' section on rural emergency medicine. Dr. Wingate has held numerous leadership positions in professional organizations nationally and in rural hospitals throughout northeast Georgia. Dr.
Wingate and his wife Ann are the parents of ten children, live in Watkinsville.
Angie Matthews
Office Manager / Medical Assistant / Phlebotomist
Angie brings over 7 years of experience in medical weight loss to Oconee Weight and Wellness, with a special focus on patient counseling and personalized support. Her background in both clinical care and patient relations allows her to create a welcoming, encouraging experience for everyone who walks through the door.
What Angie loves most about her role is getting to know each patient personally and being part of their journey toward better health. She also values being part of a caring, tight-knit team that truly puts patients first.
Outside of the office, Angie and her husband stay busy raising their four children (along with plenty of animals!) in the country. She enjoys camping, hiking, beach trips, and spending quality time with her family.
Kristy Smith
Administrative Assistant
Kristy has been a warm and welcoming presence at Oconee Weight and Wellness for nearly four years, serving as the first face many patients see when they walk through the door. With a background as an Administrative Assistant and over 20 years of personal experience with Weight Watchers, Kristy brings both professionalism and personal insight to her role.
Her own wellness journey has inspired her to help others, offering encouragement and support to patients as they take steps toward better health. Kristy especially loves getting to know the patients and being part of a team that feels more like family.
Outside the office, Kristy enjoys spending time with her husband, kids, and grandkids, along with camping, beach trips, and shopping adventures that fill her with joy and laughter.
Cassidy Lowe
Medical Assistant
Cassidy first joined Oconee Weight & Wellness part-time in 2021 and returned full-time in 2023, bringing her helpful spirit and friendly energy to the team each day. Inspired by a passion for helping people become the best version of themselves, Cassidy loves supporting patients on their journey to feel better, healthier, and more confident.
Her favorite part of working at OWW is the amazing staff she works alongside, and the chance to connect with patients and make each visit a positive experience. Always willing to lend a hand wherever she’s needed, Cassidy is known for jumping in to help however she can.
When she’s not at the office, you’ll probably find Cassidy with a good book in hand or spending time outdoors fishing.
Denise Nesmith
Medical Assistant
With a vibrant background that spans 13 years as a travel agent, 17 years as a dental assistant, and extensive experience in event planning and nonprofit work, Denise brings a heart for people and a passion for purpose to Oconee Weight & Wellness.
Her greatest joy comes from connecting with others. “People energize me,” she shares. “I love encouraging and empowering those around me, reminding them that joy, laughter, and a positive outlook can truly change everything.” Denise believes that every person has a unique story and an inner light that shines far beyond the number on a scale.
Often seen as part counselor, part coach, Denise is known for her uplifting spirit and ability to help clients feel comfortable in their own skin. She thrives on helping people embrace their self-worth and confidently step into the best version of themselves.
Outside of OWW, Denise enjoys gardening, working out, practicing yoga, exploring antique shops with her husband Patrick, and spending cherished time with her grandbabies. She also has a heart for ministry and women’s empowerment. One little-known fact? Denise was the lead designer for the nonprofit Peace of Thread for 11 years, creating one-of-a-kind handbags to empower refugee women—each one truly a “purse with a purpose.”
Oconee Weight and Wellness exists to empower individuals to achieve lasting weight loss and reclaim their confidence through personalized care, proven expertise, and unwavering support.
We help individuals lose weight, maintain their success, and live healthier lives through tailored plans and professional guidance.
OUR HAPPY PATRONS
We Treat Every Client Like Family
