Overview
Michael Fortson, MD, is board certified in family medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Fortson has been in private practice in the metro Atlanta area for over 20 years. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Georgia Academy of Family Physicians.Dr. Fortson takes a special interest in preventative medicine and the management of chronic diseases, including the treatment of hypertension, diabetes, and high blood cholesterol.In his spare time, Dr. Fortson enjoys spending time with friends and family. As a Georgia native, he enjoys learning about local history, hiking, kayaking, and exploring the beautiful North Georgia mountains.Dr. Fortson welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance plans.
His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Chronic Cough.
Dr. Fortson is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Fortson is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
Locations
572 Hank Aaron Dr, Ste 3200, Atlanta, GA 30312
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael T. Fortson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael T. Fortson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael T. Fortson by calling their office at 678-631-3722. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael T. Fortson a top-rated expert for Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael T. Fortson is classified as an Experienced expert for Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, 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. Michael T. Fortson specialize in?
While Dr. Michael T. Fortson is a Family Medicine, they have specific expertise in Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Family Medicine.
Does Dr. Michael T. Fortson accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael T. Fortson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 678-631-3722 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Axillary Nerve DysfunctionDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Axillary Nerve Dysfunction.
- Chronic CoughDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- CirrhosisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- EmpyemaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)Dr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Prostate (BPH).
- Epidural HematomaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Hematoma.
- FaintingDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Combined HyperlipidemiaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- High CholesterolDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- HypertensionDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- HypothyroidismDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Restless Legs SyndromeDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Restless Legs Syndrome.
- SitosterolemiaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Sitosterolemia.
- TracheitisDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Tracheitis.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- VertigoDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.
- XanthomaDr. Fortson isExperienced. Learn about Xanthoma.