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    MediFind found 103 doctor with experience in Shingles near Acworth, GA. Of these, 89 are Experienced and 14 are Advanced.

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    103 providers found
      Experienced in Shingles
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Internal Medicine

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ryan Cantwell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Cantwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Cantwell is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      4465 Lemon St, 
      Acworth, GA 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Harnish Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Shingles
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Internal Medicine
      3950 Cobb Pkwy Nw, Suite 601, 
      Acworth, GA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Bhawna Khanna is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Khanna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Holocarboxylase Synthetase Deficiency, ZAP70-Related Severe Combined Immunodeficiency, Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS), and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Khanna is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine

      Peachtree Immediate Care Fp, LLC

      3540 Cobb Pkwy Nw, 
      Acworth, GA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, French
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Sylvia Akenji is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Akenji is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Tracheitis, and Cellulitis. Dr. Akenji is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Shingles
      Experienced in Shingles

      Peachtree Immediate Care Fp, LLC

      3540 Cobb Pkwy Nw, 
      Acworth, GA 
       (1.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kris Manlove-Simmons is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Manlove-Simmons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Cellulitis, and Sinusitis. Dr. Manlove-Simmons is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      4550 Cobb Pkwy Nw, Suite 101, 
      Acworth, GA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shayan Zafrani is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Acworth, Georgia. Dr. Zafrani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Acute Cystitis, and Chronic Cough. Dr. Zafrani is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine

      Iora Health Georgia PC

      3895 Cherokee St Nw, Suite 400, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Rian Rutherford is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Rutherford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sciatica, Cirrhosis, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

      Joseph Boecker
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Of Kennesaw

      187 Chastain Rd Suite 200, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Boecker received his undergraduate degree from Bloomfield College in Bloomfield, New Jersey, and earned his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pennsylvania. He completed his internship in osteopathic medicine at Doctor's Hospital, which is now known as Northlake Hospital in Tucker, Georgia. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Boecker was in private practice in Acworth. He has practiced in the Acworth area for over two decades. Dr. Boecker is board certified in family practice, he is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, Medical Association of Georgia, American College of Osteopathic Family Practitioners and the Cobb County Medical Society. Dr. Boecker is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Boecker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Sinusitis.

      Samyuktha N. Muralidhara
      Experienced in Shingles
      Experienced in Shingles

      Piedmont Physicians Of Kennesaw

      187 Chastain Rd Suite 200, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Samyuktha Muralidhara, M.D., earned her Doctorate Degree in Medicine from the University of Sint Eustasius SOM in Cole Bay, Sint Maarten, Caribbean. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology at Michigan State University. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians at Kennesaw, Dr. Muralidhara was Chief Resident of the Family Medicine Program at Mercy Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. Also while at Mercy Hospital, Dr. Muralidhara was a resident preceptor where she provided medical care and taught students at Des Moines Medical University on two medical brigade trips to Honduras. Dr. Muralidhara is board certified in family medicine and passed the United States Medical Licensing Examination on her first attempt. She is a member of the American Medical Association, American Board of Family Medicine and American Academy of Family Practitioners. Dr. Muralidhara is passionate about providing excellent healthcare to all of her patients and committed to preventative care practices. Additionally, she has special interests in women's health and treating mental health issues. In her spare time, Dr. Muralidhara enjoys playing tennis and golf, reading, running and taking road trips. Dr. Muralidhara is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

      Amy Varner
      Experienced in Shingles
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Internal Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Of Kennesaw

      187 Chastain Rd Suite 200, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Amy Varner, M.D., received her bachelor of science degree in biology from Murray State University where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. She then went on to obtain her doctorate in Medicine from the University of Kentucky while a member of the AOA Honor Society. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Emory University in Atlanta. Dr. Varner is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association.Dr. Varner specializes in executive physicals, anxiety, depression and ADHD, for patients' ages 16 and up. Dr. Varner also performs pap smears and has a special interest in preventative health.In her spare time, Dr. Varner enjoys spending time with family, traveling and being outdoors.Dr. Varner welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Varner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Cirrhosis.

      Advanced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      1600 Kennesaw Due W Rd Nw, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Gregory Matechak is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Matechak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, H1N1 Influenza, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and COVID-19. Dr. Matechak is currently accepting new patients.

      John H. Foote
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Of Towne Lake Primary Care

      970 Woodstock Parkway, Suite 100, 
      Woodstock, GA 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Foote is board-certified in family practice. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, he worked as a family practice physician at the Perimeter North Family Practice in Woodstock and the Madigan Army Medical Center in Ft. Lewis, Washington. Dr. Foote received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed his internship and residency at East Tennessee State University in Kingsport, Tennessee. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and has a special interest in adult preventative medicine. Dr. Foote is married with one daughter. He enjoys Southern gospel music, travel, and golf. Dr. Foote is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Acute Cystitis, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

      Yacoba Hudson
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Physicians Of Towne Lake Primary Care

      970 Woodstock Parkway, Suite 100, 
      Woodstock, GA 
       (8.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Yacoba Hudson, M.D. is board certified in family medicine. Dr. Hudson graduated magna cum laude from William Smith College with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. She received her medical degree from Howard University in Washington DC and went on to complete her residency at the Medical Center of Delaware. Dr. Hudson has worked as a clinical preceptor, where she supervised family medicine residents. She has also acted as a medical student mentor for the Oceania University of Medicine in Apia, Samoa. Dr. Hudson is a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. She is also an active member of the American Academy of Family Practice and the Georgia Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Hudson is accepting new patients, and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Hudson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

      Advanced in Shingles
      Dermatology
      Advanced in Shingles
      Dermatology
      141 Lacy St Nw, Suite 200, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (9.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      John Kayal is a Dermatologist in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Kayal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Comedones, Psoriasis, Contact Dermatitis, and Plaque Psoriasis. Dr. Kayal is currently accepting new patients.

      Meenakshi H. Kakarala
      Experienced in Shingles
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Internal Medicine

      MDVIP Marietta

      790 Church Street NE, 
      Marietta, GA 
       (9.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Kakarala earned her bachelor's degree cum laude, from Washington University in Saint Louis, double majoring in biology and anthropology. She earned her medical degree from the University of South Florida where she graduated in the top third of her class. Dr. Kakarala completed her residency at Rush Presbyterian Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, and Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Kakarala was in practice at Melbourne Internal Medicine Associates in Florida where she earned the Member Satisfaction with Primary Care Physicians award two years in a row. This award is determined by patient satisfaction surveys and is given to the top ten percent of primary care physicians in the Health First network. She has done research on various projects at Washington University in Saint Louis, Missouri; Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland; University of Central Florida in Orlando, Florida, and the University of Vienna in Vienna, Austria. Dr. Kakarala believes that establishing personal relationships with her patients is important and enjoys the continuous learning opportunities that practicing modern medicine provides. In her spare time, Dr. Kakarala enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, cooking, yoga and tennis. Dr. Kakarala is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Kakarala is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

      Advanced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Shingles
      Family Medicine

      Woodstock Family Practice & Urgent Care

      310 Gold Creek Trail, Ste200, 
      Woodstock, GA 
       (12.1 miles away)
      Experience:
      29+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Korean

      James Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Woodstock, Georgia. Dr. Lee has been practicing medicine for over 29 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Tracheitis, Sinusitis, and Empyema.

      Experienced in Shingles
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Internal Medicine

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Gose is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Gose is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Gose is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Lyndsay Claroni is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Claroni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Acute Cystitis, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Claroni is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Shingles
      Experienced in Shingles

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      44+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Loretta Davis is a Dermatologist in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Davis has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. Her top areas of expertise are Psoriasis, Actinic Keratosis, Plaque Psoriasis, and Eosinophilic Pustular Folliculitis. Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Shingles
      Family Medicine

      Wellstar Medical Group LLC

      5150 Stilesboro N W Rd, Suite 220, 
      Kennesaw, GA 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Experience:
      10+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Phong Do is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kennesaw, Georgia. Dr. Do has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Shingles. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Hypothermia, Necrosis, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Do is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Shingles?

      Shingles (also known as herpes zoster) results from infection by the varicella zoster virus. This common virus causes chickenpox (also known as varicella), which is characterized by itchy spots on the skin that cover the whole body and usually occurs in childhood or adolescence. After the body fights the initial infection, the varicella zoster virus remains in nerve cells for the rest of a person's life. Because the virus is controlled by immune system cells called T cells, it is generally inactive (latent) and typically causes no health problems. However, in some people, the virus becomes active again (reactivates) and causes shingles. Shingles can occur at any age, although it is rare in childhood and becomes more common after age 50.

      When should I see a Shingles doctor near Acworth, 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 a Shingles doctor near Acworth, 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 Shingles doctors near Acworth, 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 Shingles doctors near Acworth, 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 a Shingles doctor near Acworth, 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 Shingles doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Shingles 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 a Shingles doctor near Acworth, 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 Shingles 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 Shingles 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 Shingles doctors near Acworth, GA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Shingles 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 a Shingles doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Shingles 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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