25 of the Best Internists Near Me in Covington, GA

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MediFind found 72 specialists near Covington, GA

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    Henry Patton
    Expertise in
    49
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    49
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Patton, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. As a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, Dr. Patton is Board Certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the International Society of Clinical Densitometry.Dr. Patton has served the community for over 30 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Patton enjoys gardening, genealogy and history. He loves to spend time with his family, especially his nine grandchildren. He has served as the chair of the Newton County Board of Health since 1983. He is an active volunteer at the Willing Helper's Clinic, providing care to the indigent population of Newton County. Dr. Patton is highly rated in 49 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Christy Blanchford
    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christy Blanchford, M.D., earned her medical degree at Dartmouth Medical School. She then attended Emory University School of Medicine where she completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Blanchford is a board-certified physician with over 25 years of experience working in primary care. She specializes in internal medicine and offers preventative care and treatment for adults.In her spare time, Dr. Blanchford enjoys mountain biking, spending time with family and attending science fiction/fantasy conventions.She is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Blanchford is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    John R. Ehret
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Ehret, M.D., earned his medical degree at John C Edwards School of Medicine. He then attended Emory University School of Medicine where he completed a residency in internal medicine.Dr. Ehret is a board-certified physician with over 20 years of experience working in primary care. He specializes in internal medicine and offers treatment for most common medical problems such as diabetes, hypertension and hyperlipidemia.In his spare time, Dr. Ehret enjoys exercise and spending time with family.He is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Ehret is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cirrhosis, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and High Cholesterol.

    Maulikkumar G. Patel
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Internal Medicine | Cardiology

    Piedmont Heart Of Newton

    9202 Highway 278 NE, Ste 100E, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maulikkumar Patel, MD, is board certified in Internal Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Patel served as the chief fellow in the division of cardiology during his fellowship at the University of South Alabama.Dr. Patel offers diagnosis and treatment of adult patients with cardiovascular diseases including atherosclerotic coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias and valve disease. His special interests include preventive cardiology and cardiac imaging including coronary calcium score and coronary CT. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Fainting.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    East Metro Rhuematology-All

    1775 Access Rd, Ste C, 
    Covington, GA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Faryal Baloch is an Internal Medicine provider in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Baloch is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, MASS Phenotype, Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Dr. Baloch is currently accepting new patients.

    Heath Hampton
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Heath Hampton, M.D., earned his medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Hampton has served the community for over 10 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Hampton enjoys making memories with his family, which includes many trips to his favorite place in the world - Disney. He also enjoys travel ball and teaching Sunday school. Dr. Hampton is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and High Cholesterol.

    Harmon A. Smith
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    18
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Sigman Rd Primary Care

    1301 Sigman Road NE, Suite 230, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Harmon A. Smith, M.D. specializes in Internal Medicine and works in Urgent Care. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD and arthritis.He serves as Medical Director of Mercy Heart, a community clinic serving the uninsured, indigent residents of Rockdale County.In his spare time, Dr. Smith enjoys golf, music and being a worship leader in his church.Dr. Smith welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Kwon Choe
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Newton Drive

    6175 Newton Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kwon Choe, M.D., earned his medical degree at the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Choe has served the community for nearly 20 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Choe enjoys cycling, snowboarding and spending time with his young family. His grilling skills have earned him the reputation as the 'Grill Master'among his friends and family. Dr. Choe is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

    Miguel Carmona
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Miguel Carmona, MD, earned his medical degree from Universidad Austral Facultad de Ciencias Biomédicas in Buenos Aires, Argentina and completed his residency at Piedmont Athens Regional. Dr. Carmona has been practicing medicine for eight years. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Carmona was a primary care physician at Phoebe Worth Family Medicine in Sylvester, Georgia. Dr. Carmona is board certified in Internal Medicine.In his spare time, Dr. Carmona enjoys playing tennis and soccer, reading and cooking.Dr. Carmona is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Carmona is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension.

    Farhana Quasem
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Eastside Internal Medicine

    2080 Eastside Drive, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Farhana Quasem is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Quasem is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Quasem is currently accepting new patients.

    Andrea R. Miles
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Internal Medicine | Pediatrics

    Piedmont Physicians Of Conyers

    1910 Highway 20 Southeast, Suite 270, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrea R. Miles, M.D., is board certified in internal medicine and pediatrics. Dr. Miles received her medical doctorate from the Ohio State University College of Medicine. She completed her internal medicine and pediatrics residency at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio.She graduated with honors from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.Dr. Miles has over 10 years of healthcare experience with extensive knowledge in diagnosing and managing a variety of patients with acute and chronic illnesses. She is board-certified with the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics. She is currently accepting patients ages six and above. Dr. Miles has a special interest in caring for families. She is interested in helping each family member meet his/her individual health goals. She enjoys treating adults for preventative care as well as hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia. She also likes caring for children with well child exams and sports physicals in addition treating the common cold.Dr. Miles is married and has two sons. In her free time, she enjoys reading, listening to music, walking and attending her children's sporting events. Dr. Miles is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    27
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Alliance Family Care, LLC

    1775 Access Rd, Ste C, 
    Covington, GA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bio coming soon. Dr. Abbasi is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Newton Hospital

    5126 Hospital Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sakina Peregrino is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Dr. Peregrino has been practicing medicine for over 17 years is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Low Sodium Level, Low Potassium Level, Endoscopy, and Bone Graft.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    2035 Flat Shoals Rd SE, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kaushik Amin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Amin is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Kawasaki Disease, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

    Barbara I. Ibeh
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Primary Care At Eastside Crossing

    9202 Highway 278 NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Creole, French, Igbo
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Barbara Ibeh, MD, earned her medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Canton Medical Education Foundation. Her special interests include adult medicine, focusing on the management of acute and chronic multisystemic health issues, general medicine, in-office procedures (such as knee injections and skin biopsies), and women's health.In her spare time, Dr. Ibeh enjoys spending time with family and friends, working out, hiking, and traveling. Her top areas of expertise are COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Gonorrhea, and Syphilis.

    Kevin Lanclos
    Expertise in
    36
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    36
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Social Circle

    551 N Cherokee Road, 
    Social Circle, GA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Lanclos, M.D., earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta, Georgia and then completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.Dr. Lanclos has served the community for nearly 20 years as a primary care physician. He offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis.In his spare time, Dr. Lanclos enjoys cycling, hunting, backpacking and spending time with his wife and busy family of teenagers. He serves as the Medical Director for Longleaf Hospice and the Medical Advisor for Amedisys Home Health. He is an active volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America and the Willing Helper's Clinic, providing care to the indigent population of Newton County. Dr. Lanclos is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

    Amanda D. Herin
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Hospitalist Physicians LLC

    1412 Milstead Ave Ne, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Amanda Herin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Herin is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Colonoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Melissa Rienstra
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Social Circle

    551 N Cherokee Road, 
    Social Circle, GA 
     (10.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melissa Rienstra, M.D., earned her medical degree at Mercer University School of Medicine. She then completed a residency in internal medicine at Kennestone Hospital.Dr. Rienstra specializes in internal medicine. She offers comprehensive preventive care as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, heart disease and arthritis. Her special interests include preventative care and women's health.In her spare time, Dr. Rienstra enjoys running, riding bikes and spending time with friends and family. Dr. Rienstra is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Rienstra is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration.

    John S. Hyland
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Parker Road

    1765 Parker Rd, Se, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hyland completed his Bachelor of Science degree at the University of New York in Albany and earned his medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, New York He did his internship at Danbury Hospital in Danbury, Connecticut, an affiliate of Yale University School of Medicine. He then completed his residency in internal medicine at Stamford Hospital, serving as chief resident his final year. He is board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Hyland began his medical practice with Internal Medicine Associates of Rockdale (IMAR) in October 1992. IMAR was established in 1981 and has been serving the Rockdale community since then. Dr. Hyland is a member of the American College of Physicians and the American Medical Association. He accepts Medicare, Medicaid and most commercial insurance plans. Dr. Hyland is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

    Masood-ul-haque Siddiquee
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Eastside Internal Medicine

    2080 Eastside Drive, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Masood-ul-haque Siddiquee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Conyers, Georgia. Dr. Siddiquee is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, High Cholesterol, and Cirrhosis. Dr. Siddiquee is currently accepting new patients.

    Olufunso A. Ojo
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Mercy Internal Medicine Associates, P.C.

    8225 Mall Parkway, 
    Lithonia, GA 
     (14.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    29+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Olufunso Ojo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lithonia, Georgia. Dr. Ojo has been practicing medicine for over 29 years is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Oral Herpes.

    Grace C. Loy
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Parker Road

    1765 Parker Rd, Se, 
    Conyers, GA 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Grace Loy graduated with honors from Johns Hopkins University with a Bachelor of Arts in biology and a minor in psychology. She received her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia (now known as Augusta University) in 1999. She completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at the Providence Portland Medical Center in Portland, Oregon in 2002. Dr. Loy began private practice with Internal Medicine Associates of Rockdale in 2002, serving the patients of Rockdale and surrounding counties. She has maintained her board certification in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2002.When not taking care of her patients, Dr. Loy is busy taking care of two active boys as well as enjoying tennis, piano and travel.She accepts Medicare, Medicaid and most commercial insurance plans. Dr. Loy is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

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    2131 Pace St, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicole Ross is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Her top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Low Potassium Level, Gitelman Syndrome, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Newton Hospital

    5126 Hospital Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hoda Daher is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. Her top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Low Potassium Level, Gitelman Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement.

    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    0
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Newton Hospital

    5126 Hospital Dr NE, 
    Covington, GA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathon Seawright is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Covington, Georgia. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Sepsis, Low Potassium Level, and Gitelman Syndrome.

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    When should I see an Internist near Covington, 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 Internist near Covington, 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 Internists near Covington, 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 Internists near Covington, 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 Internist in Covington?

    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 Internist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Internist?

    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 Internist near Covington, 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 Internist?

    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 Internist 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 Internists near Covington, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Internist 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 Internist that offers video calls?

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