25 of the Best Family Medicine Doctors Near Me in Sandy Springs, GA

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25 of the Best Family Medicine Doctors Near Me in Sandy Springs, GA

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MediFind found 1038 specialists near Sandy Springs, GA

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1,038 providers found
    Expertise in
    88
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    88
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Office

    993 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste F210, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Wheeler is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Wheeler is highly rated in 88 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, Obesity, and Insomnia.

    Expertise in
    162
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    162
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Common Earthling

    3715 Northside Pkwy NW, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Terence Frinks is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Frinks is highly rated in 162 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Thromboangiitis Obliterans, and Dementia.

    Expertise in
    59
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    59
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Lenox Medical Clinic

    3042 Oakcliff Road, Ste200, 
    Doraville, GA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sudha Challa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Doraville, Georgia. Dr. Challa has been practicing medicine for over 24 years is highly rated in 59 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

    David R. Scurlock
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Medical Associates

    3925 Peachtree Road NE, Ste 350, 
    Brookhaven, GA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Scurlock earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock, Arkansas. He completed his internship and residency at the Medical College of Virginia, Riverside Family Practice Program in Newport News, Virginia. In 1997, he started his current practice in Brookhaven as part of the Piedmont Physicians Group. Dr. Scurlock is certified by the American Board of Family Practice and a member of the American Academy of Family Practice. Dr. Scurlock likes to spend time away from the office by volunteering his time and expertise on overseas medical mission trips; most recently to Kenya, the South Pacific Islands of American Samoa, Solomon Islands, Marshall Islands and closer to home in Honduras and Guatemala. Dr. Scurlock encourages his patients to participate in their own health care by educating themselves and adopting a stress-free, healthy lifestyle including daily exercise to maintain ideal weight, avoiding tobacco products and eating a healthy diet. Through regular exams and monitoring, potential threatening health issues such as high blood pressure, elevated glucose, cholesterol and cancer can be prevented. Visit our practice website for more information. Dr. Scurlock is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Obesity.

    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    East Cobb Medical Center

    1010 Johnson Ferry Rd, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Devender Reddy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Reddy is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Urethritis.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine

    3747 Roswell Rd Ste 216, 
    Marietta,, GA 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Travis C is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Marietta,, Georgia. Dr. C is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Chronic Cough, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Fainting.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    US Centers For Disease Control And Prevention

    1600 Clifton Rd NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eduardo Azziz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Azziz is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Flu, Avian Influenza, Pneumonia, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Kaiser Permanente Sandy Springs Medical Office

    1100 Lake Hearn Dr, Ste 250/500, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shailendra Kapoor is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Kapoor is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dubowitz Syndrome, Familial HDL Deficiency, Freeman-Sheldon Syndrome, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Kapoor is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Peachtree Nephrology PC

    5669 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd, Suite 240, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    42+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian

    Ayesha Khan is a Family Medicine provider in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Khan has been practicing medicine for over 42 years is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Acute Kidney Failure, Nephrosclerosis, and Renovascular Hypertension.

    Expertise in
    93
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    93
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Office

    3560 Lenox Rd NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sabine Barlatt is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Barlatt is highly rated in 93 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Shingles, Cellulitis, and Peptic Ulcer.

    C S. Schramm
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Family Practice Center

    993 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite F-210, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    C Schramm is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Schramm is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Sitosterolemia, Insomnia, Oral Herpes, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Schramm is currently accepting new patients.

    Bich N. Nguyen
    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Collier Road

    105 Collier Road NW, Suite 2000, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Vietnamese
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bich Ngoc Nguyen, M.D. received her medical degree from the University of South Carolina School Of Medicine after receiving her bachelor of science in biological sciences where she graduated cum laude. She then completed her residency in family medicine at Halifax Medical Center in Daytona Beach, Florida where she served as the residency recruitment chair and was a member of the Quality Improvement committee. Dr. Nguyen is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.Dr. Nguyen specializes in broad-spectrum family medicine and sees patients of all ages. She has a particular interest in preventative care and women's health. Dr. Nguyen offers a variety of in- office procedures, including cryotherapy, skin biopsies, joint injections and various gynecologic procedures. She is fluent in English and Vietnamese.In her spare time, Dr. Nguyen enjoys cooking, traveling and spending quality time with her husband and family.Dr. Nguyen welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Nguyen is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, High Cholesterol, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Tyler Wheeler
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Family Medicine | Sports Medicine
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Family Medicine | Sports Medicine

    Family Practice Center

    993 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite F-210, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tyler Wheeler is a primary care provider, practicing in Sports Medicine and Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Wheeler is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Insomnia, Obesity, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, and Alopecia Areata. Dr. Wheeler is currently accepting new patients.

    Cassandra J. Barnes
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    13
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Family Practice Center

    993 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite F-210, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cassandra Barnes is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Barnes is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Barnes is currently accepting new patients.

    Ian Powell
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Office

    4800 Olde Towne Pkwy Ste 320, 
    Marietta, GA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ian Powell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Marietta, Georgia. Dr. Powell is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    William L. Kriegel
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Vinings

    3020 Paces Mill Road, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Kriegel, D.O., earned his medical degree from A.T. Sill University of Health Sciences in Kirksville, Mo. He completed his family medicine residency at Normandy/Deaconess Hospitals in St. Louis, Mo. He received his undergraduate degree in biology and chemistry from Truman State University in Kirksville, Mo. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Kriegel was in practice at WellStar Medical Group for 19 years. Dr. Kriegel is board certified in family medicine and earned a certificate of added qualifications (CAQ) in sports medicine. He is a member of the American Osteopathic Association, Georgia Osteopathic Association, and Cobb County Medical Society. In his spare time, Dr. Kriegel enjoys walking his dog, cycling, swimming, and photography. He lives in Atlanta and is married with one son. Dr. Kriegel welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Kriegel is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Hayden K. Aaron
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Sandy Springs

    6115 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Suite 350, 
    Sandy Springs, GA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hayden Aaron received his medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine after completing his undergrad at the University of South Carolina where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. He then completed his medical residency at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center. Dr. Aaron holds certifications in basic life support, advanced cardiac life support and pediatric advance life support. He is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine, a member of the American Medical Association, the American Diabetes Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Academy of Pediatrics.Dr. Aaron practices family medicine, specializing in thorough, preventive and relational patient care and treats patients' ages 14 and up. He believes high quality patient care is a team approach so he emphasizes both mental and physical health. He enjoys cultivating a long-term relationship with his patients and really getting to know their full presentation, lifestyle and health goals.In his spare time, Dr. Aaron enjoys college football, running, and hiking with his family.Dr. Aaron welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Aaron is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Erysipelas.

    Saju I. Mathew
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Vinings

    3020 Paces Mill Road, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Malayalam, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Mathew is board certified in Family Medicine and also holds a Masters in Public Health (MPH) from the Emory Rollins School of Public Health. He speaks multiple languages including Spanish. Since completing his residency, he has focused on primary care and urgent care, before joining Piedmont physicians at Vinings.Dr. Mathew believes in treating our human bodies like a temple. He always tries to find a holistic approach to treating a medical issue rather than a pharmacological approach, when appropriate. In his free time, Dr. Mathew enjoys traveling around the world, playing tennis, and working out at the gym.Dr. Mathew frequently appears on CNN, HLN and WSB-TV Atlanta as a medical analyst and speaks on a wide variety of medical topics. Dr. Mathew is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Familial Hypertension.

    Celeste Miller
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    PREventClinic - Medicine

    6000 Lake Forrest Drive NW, Suite 560, 
    Sandy Springs, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Celeste Miller, M.D. earned her medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine. She completed her residency and internship at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. She received her undergraduate degree in chemistry from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Miller was a medical consultant and an inpatient liaison with Carolinas Medical Center. Dr. Miller was inducted into to Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, and is an active member of many professional groups including the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. In her spare time, Dr. Miller enjoys spending time with her family and cheering on home town sports teams. Dr. Miller believes in a patient-centered approach to healthcare. She makes it a point to partner with her patients to develop a plan to achieve and maintain overall health. Open communication is the foundation of a good doctor-patient relationship and promotes caring for the whole patient rather than just their diseases. Dr. Miller welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Miller is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia.

    Lauren W. Powell
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    PREventClinic - Medicine

    6000 Lake Forrest Drive NW, Suite 560, 
    Sandy Springs, GA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Powell specializes in comprehensive and preventative health care and provides care for patients age 12 years and older. She offers in-office procedures such as pap smears, Nexplanon insertion, wart cryotherapy, basic sutures, skin tag removals, and weight loss counseling. Dr. Powell places special emphasis on nutrition and the value of diet on disease management and prevention. She has a unique ability to connect and form relationships with her patients, allowing her to identify individual barriers to achieving optimal health. Dr. Powell has a special interest in culinary medicine and medicine in media.In her spare time, Dr. Powell enjoys cooking, exercising, and spending time with her husband, family, and friends. Dr. Powell is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Carney Complex, and Solitary Fibrous Tumor.

    Scott J. Ramshur
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Sandy Springs

    6115 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Suite 350, 
    Sandy Springs, GA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Scott Ramshur, M.D. received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia after completing his undergrad at the University of Georgia where he achieved a dual degree in cellular and general biology. He then completed his family medicine residency at Trident Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. Dr. Ramshur is board certified in family medicine.Dr. Ramshur specializes in family medicine and treats patients' ages 17 and up. He has a special focus in chronic condition management.In his spare time, Dr. Ramshur enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, golf and college football. Go Dawgs!Dr. Ramshur welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Ramshur is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Gout.

    Benjamin H. Epstein
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Family Medicine | Geriatrics

    Piedmont Physicians At Roswell Road

    4890 Roswell Road NE, Suite 250, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ben Epstein, M.D., earned his medical degree from Tulane University in New Orleans. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. He received his undergraduate degree from Brown University. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Epstein was in practice in Decatur, Georgia, and in North Carolina. Dr. Epstein is board certified in Family Medicine, and he also has a Certificate of Added Qualification in Geriatrics. In his spare time, Dr. Epstein enjoys hiking and the outdoors. Dr. Epstein welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Epstein is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Cynthia A. Hurley
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Medical Associates

    3925 Peachtree Road NE, Ste 350, 
    Brookhaven, GA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hurley earned her medical degree and completed her residency in family medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Hurley believes in focusing on preventive health that emphasizes good nutrition, exercise and a healthy lifestyle. Her special interests include women's health (including birth control, PAP smears and menopausal issues), sports medicine, depression and anxiety. Dr. Hurley sees patients from age 14 to 65. She is board certified in family medicine and is a member of the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Family Physicians. Dr. Hurley also has a master's degree in business administration from Johns Hopkins University. Prior to practicing medicine, she held several management positions, lastly as a director at MCI Telecommunications. She is married with two children and enjoys running, Pilates, cooking and watching most any sport. Dr. Hurley is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Visit our practice website for more information. Dr. Hurley is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypopituitarism, Vitamin D Deficiency, Alopecia Areata, and Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis.

    Francisco Averhoff
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (12.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Francisco Averhoff is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Averhoff is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, and HIV/AIDS.

    Ambar Kulshreshtha
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Emory At Dunwoody - Primary Care

    2021 Pernoshal Court, 
    Dunwoody, GA 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    23+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ambar Kulshreshtha is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dunwoody, Georgia. Dr. Kulshreshtha has been practicing medicine for over 23 years is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Coronary Heart Disease, Hypertension, and Vitrectomy.

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    When should I see a Family Medicine Doctor near Sandy Springs, 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 Family Medicine Doctor near Sandy Springs, 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 Family Medicine Doctors near Sandy Springs, 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 Family Medicine Doctors near Sandy Springs, 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 Family Medicine Doctor in Sandy Springs?

    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 Family Medicine Doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Family Medicine 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 Family Medicine Doctor near Sandy Springs, 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 Family Medicine 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 Family Medicine 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 Family Medicine Doctors near Sandy Springs, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Family Medicine 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 Family Medicine Doctor that offers video calls?

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

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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