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      Bich N. Nguyen
      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Collier Road

      105 Collier Road NW, Suite 2000, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Bich Ngoc Nguyen, M.D. received her medical degree from the University of South Carolina School Of Medicine after receiving her bachelor of science in biological sciences where she graduated cum laude. She then completed her residency in family medicine at Halifax Medical Center in Daytona Beach, Florida where she served as the residency recruitment chair and was a member of the Quality Improvement committee. Dr. Nguyen is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.Dr. Nguyen specializes in broad-spectrum family medicine and sees patients of all ages. She has a particular interest in preventative care and women's health. Dr. Nguyen offers a variety of in- office procedures, including cryotherapy, skin biopsies, joint injections and various gynecologic procedures. She is fluent in English and Vietnamese.In her spare time, Dr. Nguyen enjoys cooking, traveling and spending quality time with her husband and family.Dr. Nguyen welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Nguyen is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Tissue Biopsy.

      Expertise in
      38
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      38
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Emory Medical Care Foundation Inc

      80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr Se, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Parth Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Sepsis, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Endoscopy, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

      Jesus G. Vazquez
      Expertise in
      65
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      65
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Pickens Primary Care Decatur

      4995 Flat Shoals Parkway, 
      Decatur, GA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jesus Vazquez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Vazquez is highly rated in 65 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Vazquez is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      Expertise in
      6
      conditions
      1600 Clifton Rd Ne, Ms A32, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Eduardo Azziz-Baumgartner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Azziz-Baumgartner is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Flu, Avian Influenza, Pneumonia, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      5
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr Se, Grady Primary Care Center, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (0.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Paul Cantey is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Cantey is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Onchocerciasis, Childhood Volvulus, Spirurida Infections, and Secernentea Infections. Dr. Cantey is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      3
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      1600 Clifton Rd Ne, Ms C-25, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Anna Acosta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Acosta is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Meningitis, and Osteotomy.

      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      2
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      1600 Clifton Rd Ne, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Melgar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Melgar is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Parainfluenza, Pellagra, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

      Expertise in
      95
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      95
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

      2292 Peachtree Rd, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Theron Thompson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Thompson is highly rated in 95 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Otitis. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      93
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      93
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

      2292 Peachtree Rd, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Creoles And Pidgins, French, Haitian Creole, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sabine Barlatt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Barlatt is highly rated in 93 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Shingles, Cellulitis, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Barlatt is currently accepting new patients.

      Michael Park
      Expertise in
      31
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      31
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Collier Road

      105 Collier Road NW, Suite 2000, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michael Park, D.O., graduated with a bachelor's degree from University of California, Los Angeles, and his Master of Medical Sciences from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Park completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Coney Island Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, where he served as Chief Resident. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association. In his spare time, Dr. Park enjoys traveling, going to the movies, and following team sports. Dr. Park welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Park is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

      Expertise in
      81
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      81
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

      2292 Peachtree Rd, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      John Lawrence is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lawrence is highly rated in 81 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Flu, Sinusitis, and Ethmoiditis. Dr. Lawrence is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      81
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      81
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Urgent Care East Point

      3515 Camp Creek Parkway, Suite 110, 
      East Point, GA 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kenneth Boss is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in East Point, Georgia. Dr. Boss is highly rated in 81 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Sinusitis, Cellulitis, and Acute Cystitis. Dr. Boss is currently accepting new patients.

      Zahidul I. Chowdhury
      Expertise in
      29
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      29
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Inman Park

      240 North Highland Avenue NE, Building F, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (3.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bengali
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Zahidul I. Chowdhury, MD., earned his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine in 2013. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the Medical Center at Columbus Regional Health in 2016. He received his undergraduate degree in Molecular and Microbiology from the University of Central Florida. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Chowdhury was in practice at Family Practice Center in Columbus, Georgia for three years. Dr. Chowdhury is board certified in Family Medicine and is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. His medical interests include caring for seniors and the management of chronic diseases like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, etc. Dr. Chowdhury welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans, including Medicare. In his spare time, Dr. Chowdhury enjoys spending time with his family. Dr. Chowdhury is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Sinusitis.

      Expertise in
      75
      conditions
      Expertise in
      75
      conditions

      Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

      2292 Peachtree Rd, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Angela Hayes-Boucher is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Hayes-Boucher is highly rated in 75 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Tracheitis, and Cellulitis. Dr. Hayes-Boucher is currently accepting new patients.

      William B. Harper
      Expertise in
      24
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      24
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Internal Medicine

      3280 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite 150, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (6.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      A native of Albany, Georgia, Dr. Harper is a graduate of the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his internship and residency at Emory University affiliated hospitals. Dr. Harper was previously on staff at the Piedmont Hospital Medical Care Center in Brookhaven. He is board certified in internal medicine and is a member of the American Medical Association. Dr. Harper believes living a healthy lifestyle is the most effective way to prevent chronic illnesses and works with his patients to help them lead healthier lives. Among his many interests in medicine, Dr. Harper takes a special interest in the treatment of hypertension and diabetes. In his free time, Dr. Harper enjoys hiking, backpacking, traveling, and jogging. Dr. Harper is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and High Cholesterol.

      Puja S. Mehta
      Expertise in
      21
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      21
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Westside Primary Care And QuickCare

      2275 Marietta Blvd NW, Ste 450, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Gujarati , Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Puja Mehta, MD, earned her medical degree from the American University of Antigua, and completed her residency at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center in Marietta, GA. She received her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from KMC International Center and is board certified in Family Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Mehta was a resident physician at Kennestone Hospital. Prior to residency, she was working in Endocrine research at the Jesse Brown VA in Chicago, IL. Dr. Mehta has a special interest in women's health, preventive medicine, and integrative medicine with a holistic approach to complement traditional western medicine.In her spare time, Dr. Mehta enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys painting and art, traveling, Harry Potter, hiking, exploring restaurants, and living with a positive approach.Dr. Mehta is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Mehta is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Obesity, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

      Jodi L. Chitwood
      Expertise in
      21
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      21
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At East Paces Ferry

      371 East Paces Ferry Road, Suite 300, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (5.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Chitwood graduated cum laude from Princeton University with a Bachelor of Arts in Molecular Biology. She earned her medical degree from Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York and completed her internship and residency at Emory University. Dr. Chitwood was in private practice with Peachtree Internal Medicine in Atlanta before joining Piedmont Physicians Group. She is board certified in internal medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians.In her spare time, Dr. Chitwood enjoys cooking, travelling, and spending time with her family. Dr. Chitwood is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

      Indumathi Bendi
      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      19
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Collier Road

      105 Collier Road NW, Suite 2000, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Bendi is an American board-certified diplomat in internal medicine. She completed her residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York and was awarded most outgoing student in medical school and received honors in Medicine. Dr. Bendi has been recognized for research work in preventive cardiology and congestive heart failure. She has a special interest in treatment of diabetes, hypertension, congestive heart failure, preventive cardiac medicine and women's health. Dr. Bendi's professional memberships include American Medical Association and American College of Physicians. Dr. Bendi believes in providing a continuum of care for all of her patients rather than just treating the disease. She understands disease affects patients physically and emotionally, as an individual and as a part of a family. Therefore, she strives to meet the needs of her patients with compassion, dignity and respect. She believes old-fashioned attention imbibed with state-of-the-art practices in medicine can help better manage diseases or conditions. In her free time, Dr. Bendi enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new places and traveling. Dr. Bendi is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Vitamin D Deficiency.

      Alan D. Perry
      Expertise in
      17
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      17
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Atlantic Station

      232 19th NW St STE 7220, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (2.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      "Dr. Perry earned his medical degree from Wake Forest University School of Medicine in Winston Salem, North Carolina and received the Robert P. Vidinghoff Memorial Award for his aptitude and devotion to family medicine. He completed his residency in family practice at Emory University, where he served as chief resident. He is board-certified in family medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Perry practiced at Eagle's Landing Family Practice in Stockbridge, Georgia. He serves as an adjunct professor of family medicine at Emory School of Medicine. While he has many interests in medicine, Dr. Perry takes a special interest in behavioral medicine, preventative care, and small surgical procedures. His philosophy on medicine is based on a quote he heard in medical school: ""cure sometimes, comfort often, and care always"". In his spare time, Dr. Perry enjoys playing the piano, traveling, reading, going to the theater and spending time with his significant other and two Maine coon cats Dr. Perry is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans.". Dr. Perry is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Oral Herpes, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Fayyaz U. Haq
      Expertise in
      16
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      16
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Collier Road

      105 Collier Road NW, Suite 2000, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Haq is a graduate of the Emory University School of Medicine. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Emory University affiliated hospitals. Dr. Haq is a member of the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians and is a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners. He is board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Haq takes an individualized approach to medicine and recognizes that each patient's needs are different.He ensures he builds relationships with patients in order to better help them manage their health. Dr. Haq is interested in Preventive Care and tries to help his patients live healthy productive lives. Dr. Haq is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

      Erin A. Evans
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine
      Expertise in
      15
      conditions
      Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine

      Piedmont Hospitalist Physicians LLC

      35 Collier Rd Nw, Suite 635, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Erin Evans is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Hospital Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Evans is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Gallbladder Disease, Sickle Cell Disease, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

      Andrey Popykin
      Expertise in
      14
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      14
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      MDVIP Piedmont West 6th

      1800 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite 650, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (3.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Russian
      Offers Telehealth

      A native of Kazakstan, Dr. Popykin has been a resident of Georgia since 1999. He completed his internal medicine residency training at Emory University School of Medicine affiliated hospitals in 2002. Dr. Popykin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Popykin was in private practice with Adult Medicine of Marietta. He is fluent in English and Russian. Dr. Popykin welcomes new patients and participates in most major insurance plans. Dr. Popykin is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

      Raphael L. Lopez
      Expertise in
      12
      conditions
      Internal Medicine
      Expertise in
      12
      conditions
      Internal Medicine

      MDVIP Piedmont West

      1800 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite 525, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (4.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Raphael Lopez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lopez is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Lopez is currently accepting new patients.

      Expertise in
      162
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      162
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Vision Medical Consulting, P.C.

      3715 Northside Pkwy Nw, Building 2 100, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (7.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Terence Frinks is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Frinks is highly rated in 162 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Thromboangiitis Obliterans, and Dementia.

      Nicholas Church
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Family Medicine
      Expertise in
      11
      conditions
      Family Medicine

      Somerset Medical

      659 Auburn Avenue Northeast, Ste505, 
      Atlanta, GA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Experience:
      26+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Nicholas Church is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Church has been practicing medicine for over 26 years is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Endoscopy.

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      What is a primary care physician (PCP)?  

      A primary care physician (PCP) is the first doctor people go to when they feel sick or need a check-up. This doctor helps with many different health problems, gives advice to keep patients healthy, and treats common illnesses. A PCP also keeps track of a person’s overall health and can refer them to a specialist if more specific care is needed.    

      What’s the difference between a primary care physician (PCP) and a specialist?  

      The main difference between a PCP and a specialist is the kind of health conditions they treat. PCPs care for people of all ages and treat a wide range of health issues, from the common cold to sports injuries. They also focus on preventive care, such as vaccines to prevent illnesses or screenings to catch diseases before they become serious. 

      Specialists, on the other hand, have advanced training in a specific area of medicine like cardiology (heart health) or neurology (brain health). There are many kinds of specialists on MediFind, each with their own focus. When needed, PCPs will help patients understand when they need to see a specialist. PCPs will also collaborate with specialists on a treatment plan specific to their patients’ needs. 

      What is another name for a primary care physician?

      There are a few different types of primary care doctors. In addition to primary care providers, a primary care physician may also be called a general practitioner, family doctor, or internist. There are also PCPs with special training to work with specific patient populations. Pediatricians, for example, are PCPs who work with children, while geriatricians are PCPs who work with older adults.  

      Why do people have a primary care physician?

      People have a primary care physician to help keep them healthy and to have a doctor they can go to for most of their health needs. A PCP helps with regular check-ups, treats illnesses, and can help manage long-term health problems. That’s why it’s helpful for patients to maintain long-term relationships with their PCPs if possible.    

      Why does my health insurance require me to see a primary care physician?   

      Health insurance requires patients to see a primary care physician because a PCP helps keep people healthy with preventive care, which lowers costs for the insurer. A PCP can also decide if a patient needs to see a specialist, which helps avoid unnecessary tests and treatments, keeping healthcare costs down. 

      What is the first thing a doctor does when seeing a patient?   

      The first thing a primary care doctor does when seeing a patient is to ask questions about their health and health goals. This includes asking about symptoms, past health problems, family health history, and lifestyle. This helps the doctor understand what’s going on if the patient is experiencing a problem, or what might help the patient get healthier or stay healthy. 

      When should I visit a Nurse Practitioner (NP) vs. a Doctor (MD)?  

      You can visit a Nurse Practitioner (NP) for routine check-ups, minor illnesses, and help with long-term health issues. Nurse Practitioners are trained to handle many common health problems. You should see a Doctor (MD) for more serious or complicated health issues, or if you need specialized care that an NP cannot provide. Sometimes, NPs and MDs work together to take care of their patients.  

      How do I find a Primary Care Doctor near Atlanta, GA?

      A Primary Care Doctor is a type of primary care provider, and is responsible for your ongoing healthcare monitoring and maintenance, and is your first line of treatment. You should see your Primary Care Doctor near Atlanta, GA at least once a year. If new symptoms arise, they will also help you get properly diagnosed, although for many situations you will need to see a specialist near Atlanta, GA to get diagnosed and treated.

      You can find a Primary Care Doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:
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      What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Primary Care Doctors,  near Atlanta, GA?

      • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
      • Adults near Atlanta, GA generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
      • Older adults near Atlanta, GA may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
      • Some women near Atlanta, GA choose to receive their primary care from their OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist), though if you have multiple medical issues, it may be in your best interest to find a primary care physician.

      How do I get a referral near Atlanta, GA from my Primary Care Doctor?

      Typically, your Atlanta Primary Care Doctor will refer you to a specialist if they believe it to be necessary. You can also explore your symptoms or research your diagnosis to see what kinds of providers commonly treat your health condition near Atlanta, GA.

      Should I get a second opinion from another Primary Care Doctor near Atlanta, GA for my health condition?

      When you’re making important health decisions, it’s always recommended to get medical opinions from more than one provider, whether that be another Primary Care Doctor or a specialist near Atlanta, GA. If you just received a diagnosis from you Primary Care Doctor, but something in your gut tells you to seek more guidance, it’s OK to consult with another doctor near Atlanta, GA to get additional insight into your condition and care. Second opinions are highly valuable because they can either confirm or disprove your original diagnosis or provide different perspectives from different Primary Care Doctor. Most doctors, including Primary Care Doctors, will not get offended and welcome second opinions, especially if you were diagnosed with a serious or rare condition. You can even use MediFind to search for another Primary Care Doctor or specialist near Atlanta, GA who can provide a second opinion.

      How do I find a specialist near Atlanta, GA, in addition to my Primary Care Doctor, for my specific condition?

      There are over 7,000 conditions that providers, including Primary Care Doctors and specialists need to treat. With so many conditions, it is nearly impossible for any provider to be an expert in every unique condition, even in just one geographic area like Atlanta. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a Atlanta doctor who has a lot of experience with your particular condition. MediFind can help you find a doctor or a second opinion for your condition. 
      When talking with your Primary Care Doctor, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Primary Care Doctor more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

      How can I learn about the latest research and medical advances my Primary Care Doctor in Atlanta may know about?

      Primary Care Doctors know there is new scientific research happening all the time, and in fact, it’s estimated that the total body of medical knowledge now doubles every 73 days. That’s a lot of information to keep up with, even for an excellent Primary Care Doctor. MediFind can help you explore the latest medical advances, research, and breakthroughs for your health condition, giving you access to the same cutting-edge information as your Atlanta Primary Care Doctor.

      How can I research clinical trials my Primary Care Doctor might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Atlanta, GA?

      How can I research clinical trials my Primary Care Doctor might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Atlanta, GA?
      Depending on your specific health condition, your Primary Care Doctor may bring up clinical trials near Atlanta, GA during one of your appointments. The purpose of clinical trials is to find improvements or discoveries for diseases and treatments, and your Primary Care Doctor may be working to stay on top of these developments, or refer you to a specialist who focuses on your condition. MediFind can help you easily search and filter clinical trials for your health condition, including those near Atlanta, GA, that your Primary Care Doctor might bring up. You can also learn more about what to consider when exploring clinical trials that you may wish to discuss with your Primary Care Doctor.

      What should I bring with me to an appointment with my Primary Care Doctor near Atlanta, GA?

      Bring your list of concerns (or reasons for your visit) with you on a piece of paper or your phone, so you can easily recall them when speaking to your Primary Care Doctor in Atlanta. You may want to consider bringing a friend or loved one for support, and to help you recall the information after your Primary Care Doctor visit. Bring a notebook so you can take notes, copies of your medical records (dating back at least one year), a list of current medications, supplements and allergies to medications, your family history of disease, and a list of symptoms (and details about how long they last and how often they occur) to discuss with your Atlanta Primary Care Doctor.

      When talking with your Primary Care Doctor, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Primary Care Doctor more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

      How can I get the most out of my Primary Care Doctor appointment near Atlanta, GA?

      Being a “good patient” isn’t just about listening to your Primary Care Doctor. It’s about engaging in your health together to ensure you receive a high quality of care, which is called practicing patient autonomy. It’s important to be honest with your Atlanta Primary Care Doctor, and hide nothing, even if it’s embarrassing. You should also speak up and voice your concerns, and listen and ask questions of your Primary Care Doctor. You may also consider doing your own research on your condition and talking to other patients before or after speaking with your Primary Care Doctor.

      What questions should I ask my Atlanta Primary Care Doctor?

      A few topics you may wish to ask your Primary Care Doctor about include: diagnosis details, symptom management, medical care, second opinions from other Primary Care Doctors, whether you should see a specialist near Atlanta, GA other than your Primary Care Doctor, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments with your Primary Care Doctor.

      Can a Primary Care Doctor near Atlanta, GA help me check symptoms?

      Depending on your symptoms,  a Primary Care Doctor near Atlanta, GA may be able to provide a different point of view on your health. You can also explore your symptoms and bring the results with you to your Primary Care Doctor visit for discussion.

      What types of insurance are accepted by Primary Care Doctors near Atlanta, GA?

      You should always contact your Primary Care Doctor’s office to make sure they take your health insurance. Every Primary Care Doctor has different arrangements with insurance providers. The most commonly accepted insurance near Atlanta, GA may not be the same as elsewhere, but some of the largest insurance providers are: Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Centene, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, HCSC (Health Care Service Corporation), CVS Health/Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, and Cigna.

      How far should I travel to find the best Primary Care Doctor near Atlanta, GA?

      Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Primary Care Doctor in person in Atlanta. For Primary Care Doctors, this study concluded that people typically only travel about 18 minutes. So, a good rule of thumb is to select a primary care physician that is located near you in Atlanta, somewhere between 15-30 minutes away. For more specialized care, you may need to travel considerably further, but look for specialists within 45 minutes of your home near Atlanta, GA if possible.

      In recent years, many Primary Care Doctors  have also adopted telehealth, also commonly called telemedicine, which is the use of digital technology to provide or supplement patient care. Telehealth can help reduce the burden of physical travel to your Primary Care Doctor near Atlanta, GA. You might wish to consider contacting your Primary Care Doctor’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for Atlanta, as well as your insurance provider.