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    MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Acute Mountain Sickness near Covington, GA. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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      Chukwuma Ndibe
      Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Oncology | Hematology
      Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Oncology | Hematology

      Piedmont Physicians Medical Oncology Newton

      5126 Hospital Drive NE, Suite 102, 
      Covington, GA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Chuma Ndibe, M.D., earned his medical degree from University of Nigeria College of Medicine and completed his residency at Morehouse School of Medicine. He is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology and Internal Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont, he was an oncologist/hematologist at Cancer Care Center of Tuscaloosa. Dr. Ndibe specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and blood disorders. Dr. Ndibe has a special interest in the treatment of lung, breast, colon, prostate, lymphoma and all other cancers.In his spare time, Dr. Ndibe enjoys spending time with his family, reading books and traveling.Dr. Ndibe is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ndibe is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

      Shanker R. Polsani
      Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Oncology | Hematology
      Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Oncology | Hematology

      Piedmont Physicians Medical Oncology Newton

      5126 Hospital Drive NE, Suite 102, 
      Covington, GA 
       (2.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shanker Polsani, M.D., earned his medical degree from Kakatiya Medical College in India. He completed his residency at Louis A. Weiss Memorial Hospital followed by fellowship in Medical Oncology and Hematology at Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. He is board certified in Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology and Hematology.Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Polsani was Chief Fellow of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Brody School of Medicine and has worked as an Assistant Professor in the Section of Hospital Medicine at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem, NC.Dr. Polsani specializes in Medical Oncology and Hematology. Dr. Polsani has a special interest in GI, Thoracic Oncology and Classical Hematology.In his spare time, Dr. Polsani enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He enjoys playing tennis. Dr. Polsani is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Polsani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Acute Mountain Sickness, and Pulmonary Embolism.

      Miguel Carmona
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

      9202 Highway 278 NE, 
      Covington, GA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Miguel Carmona, MD, earned his medical degree from Universidad Austral Facultad de Ciencias Biomédicas in Buenos Aires, Argentina and completed his residency at Piedmont Athens Regional. Dr. Carmona has been practicing medicine for eight years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Carmona was a primary care physician at Phoebe Worth Family Medicine in Sylvester, Georgia. Dr. Carmona is board certified in Internal Medicine.In his spare time, Dr. Carmona enjoys playing tennis and soccer, reading and cooking.Dr. Carmona is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Carmona is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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      John R. Ehret
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

      9202 Highway 278 NE, 
      Covington, GA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      John Ehret, M.D., earned his medical degree at John C Edwards School of Medicine. He then attended Emory University School of Medicine where he completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Ehret is a board-certified physician with over 20 years of experience working in primary care. He specializes in internal medicine and offers treatment for most common medical problems such as diabetes, hypertension and hyperlipidemia.In his spare time, Dr. Ehret enjoys exercise and spending time with family.He is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ehret is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

      Christy Blanchford
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

      9202 Highway 278 NE, 
      Covington, GA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Christy Blanchford, M.D., earned her medical degree at Dartmouth Medical School. She then attended Emory University School of Medicine where she completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Blanchford is a board-certified physician with over 25 years of experience working in primary care. She specializes in internal medicine and offers preventative care and treatment for adults.In her spare time, Dr. Blanchford enjoys mountain biking, spending time with family and attending science fiction/fantasy conventions.She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Blanchford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Henry Patton
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

      6175 Newton Dr NE, 
      Covington, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Henry Patton, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. As a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, Dr. Patton is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the International Society of Clinical Densitometry.Dr. Patton has served the community for over 30 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Patton enjoys gardening, genealogy and history. He loves to spend time with his family, especially his nine grandchildren. He has served as the chair of the Newton County Board of Health since 1983. He is an active volunteer at the Willing Helper's Clinic, providing care to the indigent population of Newton County. Dr. Patton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

      Heath Hampton
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

      6175 Newton Dr NE, 
      Covington, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Heath Hampton, M.D., earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Hampton has served the community for over 10 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Hampton enjoys making memories with his family, which includes many trips to his favorite place in the world - Disney. He also enjoys travel ball and teaching Sunday school. Dr. Hampton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

      Stephen M. Szabo
      Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Hematology | Oncology
      Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Hematology | Oncology

      Piedmont Oncology At Rockdale

      1412 Milstead Ave NE, Ste 300, 
      Conyers, GA 
       (10.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Szabo is board certified in hematology, medical oncology, and internal medicine. He completed his hematology-oncology training at Emory University Hospital and his internal medicine residency at the University of Michigan Hospitals. He earned his medical degree at Cornell University Medical College.Dr. Szabo has been practicing medicine for more than 20 years. Most recently, he was Chief of Staff at Emory St. Joseph Hospital. Prior to that, he was Chief of Staff at Emory Johns Creek Hospital and the Director of the Division of Community Oncology for the Department of Hematology Oncology at Emory Healthcare.Dr. Szabo has special interests in breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, and benign and malignant hematology. In his free time, Dr. Szabo enjoys promoting health education, hiking, sailing, and spending time with his family.Dr. Szabo and the team at Piedmont Oncology have the resources you need conveniently close to home.Dr. Szabo is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Szabo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Hereditary Neuroblastoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Gastric Lymphoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Colonoscopy.

      Priya S. Vishnubhotla
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness

      Piedmont Oncology At Rockdale

      1412 Milstead Ave NE, Ste 300, 
      Conyers, GA 
       (10.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Priya S Vishnubhotla MD, earned her medical degree from Madras Medical College, India and completed her residency at Wayne State University and fellowship at Karmanos Cancer Institute,Detroit, MI. She is board certified in Hematology and Oncology. Dr. Vishnubhotla has been practicing medicine for 20+ years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Vishnubhotla served at various roles in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) as Chief of Oncology and Chief of Medicine at Orlando VA Health Care System (HCS). She has contributed to the National Breast Cancer task force at the VHA. Dr. Vishnubhotla specializes in breast cancer. Her special interests include health care disparity, early onset breast cancer and survivorship. Dr. Vishnubhotla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. Her top areas of expertise are Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Splenectomy, and Colonoscopy.

      Melissa Rienstra
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Of Social Circle

      551 N Cherokee Road, 
      Social Circle, GA 
       (10.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Melissa Rienstra, M.D., earned her medical degree at Mercer University School of Medicine. She then completed a residency in internal medicine at Kennestone Hospital.Dr. Rienstra specializes in internal medicine. She offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis. Her special interests include preventative care and women's health.In her spare time, Dr. Rienstra enjoys running, riding bikes and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Rienstra is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Rienstra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

      Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Hematology | Oncology
      Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Hematology | Oncology

      Georgia Cancer Specialists

      1501 Milstead Avenue, Suite 110, 
      Conyers, GA 
       (11.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sherine Thomas is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Iron Deficiency Anemia. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

      Miles C. Wei
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Wellbrook

      1301 Wellbrook Circle NE, 
      Conyers, GA 
       (11.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Miles Wei, MD, earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Navicent Health in Macon, Georgia. Dr. Wei is Board Certified and specializes in Internal Medicine.His special interests include the treatment of rural and geriatric communities and patients. Prior to joining Piedmont Healthcare in November 2023, Dr. Wei worked as a physician for Mercer Medicine Putnam County.Dr. Wei is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Wei is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Chemical Pneumonitis, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

      Debora G. Goodrich
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians At Wellbrook

      1301 Wellbrook Circle NE, 
      Conyers, GA 
       (11.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Debora Goodrich, DO, received her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). She completed her residency at Parkview Hospital with PCOM. She has served the Conyers community for 22 years as a primary care physician. She offers comprehensive preventative care as well as management of chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and heart disease. Dr. Goodrich also serves as a mentor and preceptor for students from the Georgia's PCOM campus.In her spare time, Dr. Goodrich participates in archery and medieval reenactment with the Society for Creative Anachronism. Dr. Goodrich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Cirrhosis.

      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Hematology | Oncology
      Experienced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Hematology | Oncology

      Atlanta Cancer Care

      1498 Klondike Road Southwest, Suite 106, 
      Conyers, GA 
       (11.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Megan Mckee is a Hematologist and an Oncologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Mckee has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Colorectal Cancer, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. Mckee is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology
      Advanced in Acute Mountain Sickness
      Hematology Oncology | Hematology | Oncology

      Nsh Cancer Institute Professional Services A, LLC

      1498 Klondike Rd Sw, Suite 106, 
      Conyers, GA 
       (11.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Sanjay Vinjamaram is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Vinjamaram is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Mountain Sickness. His top areas of expertise are Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Vinjamaram is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Acute Mountain Sickness?

      Acute mountain sickness is an illness that can affect mountain climbers, hikers, skiers, or travelers at high altitudes, usually above 8000 feet (2400 meters).

      When should I see an Acute Mountain Sickness doctor near Covington, GA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Acute Mountain Sickness doctor near Covington, GA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Acute Mountain Sickness doctors near Covington, GA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Acute Mountain Sickness doctors near Covington, GA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Acute Mountain Sickness doctor near Covington, GA?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Mountain Sickness doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Acute Mountain Sickness doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Acute Mountain Sickness doctor near Covington, GA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Acute Mountain Sickness doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Acute Mountain Sickness doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Acute Mountain Sickness doctors near Covington, GA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Acute Mountain Sickness doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Acute Mountain Sickness doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Acute Mountain Sickness doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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