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    Last Updated: 01/09/2026

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    MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Scarlet Fever near Columbus, GA. Of these, 9 are Experienced and 4 are Advanced.

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    13 providers found
      Praveen Singh
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever

      Piedmont Physicians Pediatrics At Midtown Columbus

      2000 10th Avenue Suite 400, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Praveen Singh is a board-certified pediatrician with 10+ years of experience. He is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive care for children. He has a special interest in preventive care, nutrition and behavioral/mental health issues. Dr. Singh takes the time to listen to patients and their families. He is dedicated to helping children grow and thrive. Dr. Singh will provide routine well-childcare, including physical exams, immunizations, and developmental screenings. He also treats acute illnesses, such as ear infections, colds, and flu. Dr. Singh helps manage chronic conditions, such as asthma, allergies, and diabetes. He provides counseling for nutrition and sleep. He also manages and treats ADHD, Autism, other behavioral issues. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. His top areas of expertise are Autism Spectrum Disorder, Undescended Testicle, Scarlet Fever, and Delayed Growth.

      Kandra W. Watson
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Family Medicine

      Piedmont Urgent Care

      101 13th Street, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kandra Watson, M.D., is board certified in family medicine and practicing urgent care. She has called Columbus home since 2010. She previously practiced medicine at Martin Army Community Hospital on Fort Benning and at My Care Urgent Care in South Columbus. Dr. Watson completed her residency at the Medical College of Georgia in 2001. She earned her medical doctorate at Medical University of South Carolina in 1997. She received her B.S. in Biology from Paine College in Augusta in 1993.Dr. Watson is married and has three children. Her hobbies include gardening and spending time with her family. Dr. Watson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

      Advanced in Scarlet Fever
      Advanced in Scarlet Fever
      1110 13th St, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (0.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients

      Stephanie Kong is a Pediatrics provider in Columbus, Georgia. Dr. Kong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Vitamin D Deficiency, Diarrhea, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Kong is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Nurse Practitioner
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Nurse Practitioner
      710 Center St, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kristen Davis is a Nurse Practitioner in Columbus, Georgia. Ms. Davis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. Her top areas of expertise are Herpangina, Obesity in Children, Stork Bite, and Vascular Birthmark.

      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Physician Assistant
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Physician Assistant
      710 Center St, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Lauren Hamsley is a Physician Assistant in Columbus, Georgia. Ms. Hamsley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. Her top areas of expertise are Herpangina, Obesity in Children, Umbilical Hernia, and Scarlet Fever.

      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      3700 S Railroad St, 
      Phenix City, AL 
       (3.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi
      Accepting New Patients

      Vasudha Mahajan is a Pediatrics provider in Phenix City, Alabama. Dr. Mahajan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. Her top areas of expertise are Childhood Pancreatitis, Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X Linked, Amniotic Band Syndrome, and Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome. Dr. Mahajan is currently accepting new patients.

      Susan E. Mcwhirter
      Advanced in Scarlet Fever
      Advanced in Scarlet Fever

      Rivertown Pediatrics, PC

      2416 Capstone Court, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (6.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. McWhirter is a native of Glen Burnie, Maryland and has been practicing in Columbus since 2001. She received her Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of Maryland and her Medical Doctorate from Emory University in Atlanta. She completed her residency at Emory University and served an extra year as Pediatric Chief Resident, Clinical Instructor.Dr. McWhirter is a Board Certified Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatrics and serves on the Pediatrics Faculty at Piedmont Midtown Medical Center and St. Francis Hospital. She is serving on the Hospital Authority Board and is a board member of the Piedmont Columbus Regional Health system. She has served as Chairperson of the Pediatric Department Executive Committee and also as Chief of the Medical Staff at Midtown Medical Center.She is a member of the American National and Georgia American Academy of Pediatrics and is the current district representative for the Georgia American Academy of Pediatrics.She has a daughter, Sophia and a son, Thomas. She is married to Thomas Brown and is a happy stepmom to Gavin and Lauren. She is a member of St. Anne Catholic Church. Dr. Mcwhirter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Scarlet Fever, and Croup.

      Mark C. Oliver
      Advanced in Scarlet Fever
      Advanced in Scarlet Fever

      Rivertown Pediatrics, PC

      2416 Capstone Court, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (6.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Oliver is a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and has been practicing in Columbus since July 2000. He received his Bachelor of Art/Pre-Med from the University of Notre Dame and his Medical Doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Oliver completed his residency at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is a Board Certified Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatrics, serves on the Pediatrics Faculty at Piedmont Columbus Regional, and is an affiliate member of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.Dr. Oliver is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Pediatrics (Georgia Chapter), the Medical Association of Georgia, and the Muscogee County Medical Society.His hobbies include golf, chess, and spending time with his family. Dr. Oliver has four sons: Charlie, Matthew, Nicholas, and Benjamin. Dr. Oliver is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Scarlet Fever, and Pediatric Myocarditis.

      Advanced in Scarlet Fever
      Nurse Practitioner
      Advanced in Scarlet Fever
      Nurse Practitioner
      2416 Capstone Ct, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (6.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Margaret Poydasheff is a Nurse Practitioner in Columbus, Georgia. Ms. Poydasheff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. Her top areas of expertise are Herpangina, Scarlet Fever, and Vascular Birthmark. Ms. Poydasheff is currently accepting new patients.

      Erik A. Heiss
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever

      Rivertown Pediatrics, PC

      2416 Capstone Court, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (6.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Heiss received his Bachelors of Science in Microbiology from Bringham Young University in Provo, Utah in 2004. He received his Master's in Public Health and Medical Doctorate from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia in 2009. He completed his Pediatric Residency July 2012 at Emory University.Dr. Heiss is a Board Certified Diplomat of the American Board of Pediatrics. He serves on the Pediatric Faculty of The Medical Center and Doctors Hospital.Dr. Heiss is a member of American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Board of Pediatrics (Georgia Chapter), the Medical Association of Georgia and the Muscogee County Medical Society.He is married to L'Anita Heiss and has 5 children Abigail, Anne, Samuel, Lucy and Lillian. Dr. Heiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Croup, and Vascular Birthmark.

      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Pediatrics
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Pediatrics

      Azalea Pediatrics

      6801 River Road, Suite 401, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (5.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Amy Brown is a Pediatrics provider in Columbus, Georgia. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Obesity in Children, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Scarlet Fever. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Physician Assistant
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Physician Assistant
      2416 Capstone Ct, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (6.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brently Smith is a Physician Assistant in Columbus, Georgia. Mr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. His top areas of expertise are Herpangina, Scarlet Fever, Vascular Birthmark, and Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly. Mr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      Experienced in Scarlet Fever
      2416 Capstone Ct, 
      Columbus, GA 
       (6.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kathryn Cheek is a Pediatrics provider in Columbus, Georgia. Dr. Cheek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Scarlet Fever. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Herpangina, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Cheek is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Scarlet Fever?

      Scarlet fever is caused by an infection with bacteria called group A streptococcus. This is the same bacteria that cause strep throat.

      When should I see a Scarlet Fever doctor near Columbus, 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 Scarlet Fever doctor near Columbus, 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 Scarlet Fever doctors near Columbus, 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 Scarlet Fever doctors near Columbus, 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 Scarlet Fever doctor near Columbus, 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 Scarlet Fever doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Scarlet Fever 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 Scarlet Fever doctor near Columbus, 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 Scarlet Fever 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 Scarlet Fever 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 Scarlet Fever doctors near Columbus, GA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Scarlet Fever 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 Scarlet Fever doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Scarlet Fever 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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