Piedmont Cartersville strengthens pulmonary, critical care team with Peter Buckingham Lowery, MD

Cartersville, Ga. (October 16, 2026) – Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center and Piedmont Physicians Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine of Cartersville are proud to welcome Peter Buckingham Lowery, MD, a board-certified pulmonary and critical care physician, as the newest member of their expanding physician team.

Dr. Lowery earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and is board-certified in Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, and Internal Medicine. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory diseases and provides comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of pulmonary and critical care needs.

“We are excited to welcome Dr. Lowery to the Piedmont Cartersville family,” said Lori Rakes, CEO of Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center. “His expertise in pulmonary and critical care medicine strengthens our commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care close to home. As our community continues to grow, having specialists like Dr. Lowery ensures patients have access to advanced care without having to leave Northwest Georgia.”

Dr. Lowery’s clinical focus includes the treatment and management of respiratory conditions, helping patients improve their breathing, overall health, and quality of life. He joins Piedmont with a commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while building strong relationships with his patients and their families.

When he is not caring for patients, Dr. Lowery enjoys camping, hiking, traveling, cooking, learning about history, and spending time with his family.

Dr. Lowery is currently accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit Piedmont.org/DrPeterLowery or call 678.721.0705.