Dr. George A. Ford
Overview
"When he was 10 years old, George Ford, MD, told his mother he was going to be a ""kids' doctor."" The family lived below the poverty line in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the young Dr. Ford never forgot the pediatricians who care for him and his two siblings. When he discovered that there wasn't a pediatric endocrinologist serving the Appalachian Highlands, Dr. Ford says he felt it was his calling to make a difference for an area that needed his specialty. He took a leap of faith and never looked back. ""I love the relationship I have with patients and families,"" he says. ""I feel like each person teachers me something new that enriches my life. I love to help, serve and listen."" As an ETSU Health clinician, Dr. Ford also serves as a faculty member at ETSU's Quillen College of Medicine. Dr. Ford loves to enjoy the scenery of the Appalachian Highlands by biking, hiking and participating in other outdoor activities with his wife and four children.".
Dr. Ford is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neonatal Hypothyroidism, Congenital Hypothyroidism, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency.
Dr. Ford is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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Locations
408 North State Of Franklin Road, Suite 31B, Johnson City, TN 37604
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Ford has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Pediatric Endocrinology
"Evan Los, MD, was inspired to pursue pediatric endocrinology by his own doctor who played a pivotal role in managing his diabetes. ""I enjoy transforming something negative into something positive,"" says Dr. Los. ""My goal is for patients to leave the office feeling better than when they came in. While medicine can help, it's often care and kindness that make the biggest difference."" Originally from Missouri and raised in Oregon, Dr. Los and his family have come to love the Appalachian Highlands since relocating 2016. As an ETSU Health clinician, Dr. Los also serves as a faculty member at ETSU's Quillen College of Medicine. He enjoys receiving artwork from his patients and proudly displays it in his office.". Dr. Los is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Turner Syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Van Der Woude Syndrome, and Intersex. Dr. Los is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.
Mission Children's Specialists-Endocrinology
Lori Wagner is a Pediatric Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Short Stature (Growth Disorders), Familial Short Stature (FSS), and Idiopathic Short Stature (ISS).
Pediatric Endocrinology
"Dr. Evelyn Artz comes from a family of physicians, with her father and several siblings also being physicians. ""My father loved medicine and demonstrated to many of us the satisfaction and fulfillment that comes with being a doctor,"" she says. To her, each patient and family is unique. ""There is no one-size-fits-all approach,"" she says. As an ETSU Health clinician, Dr. Artz also serves as a faculty member at ETSU's Quillen College of Medicine. Dr. Artz enjoys forming long-term relationships with her parents and their families. ""We grow up together as I follow them throughout the years.""". Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) and Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency. Dr. Artz is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. George A. Ford
How do I make an appointment with Dr. George A. Ford?
You can book an appointment with Dr. George A. Ford by calling their office at 423-431-4946. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. George A. Ford a top-rated expert for Neonatal Hypothyroidism?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. George A. Ford is classified as an Advanced expert for Neonatal Hypothyroidism, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. George A. Ford specialize in?
While Dr. George A. Ford is a Pediatric Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Neonatal Hypothyroidism, Congenital Hypothyroidism, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Endocrinology.
Does Dr. George A. Ford participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. George A. Ford has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Neonatal Hypothyroidism. You can view a list of Dr. George A. Ford's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. George A. Ford accept my insurance?
Dr. George A. Ford accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-431-4946 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Neonatal HypothyroidismDr. Ford isAdvanced. Learn about Neonatal Hypothyroidism.
- Experienced
- Congenital HypothyroidismDr. Ford isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hypothyroidism.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Ford isExperienced. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).