25 of the Best Primary Care Doctors Near Me in Chamblee, GA

Looking for the best primary care doctor, family doctor, or general practitioner near Chamblee, GA? Find top primary care doctors near you in Chamblee, GA and take the best care of your health. Primary care doctors treat a wide range of conditions and are typically the first doctor that an individual with an undiagnosed condition would see.

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MediFind found 2513 specialists near Chamblee, GA

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    Expertise in
    88
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    88
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Office

    993 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste F210, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    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 clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, Obesity, and Insomnia. Dr. Wheeler is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Common Earthling

    3715 Northside Pkwy NW, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    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 clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy with Subcortical Infarcts and Leukoencephalopathy, Thromboangiitis Obliterans, and Dementia. Dr. Frinks is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Lenox Medical Clinic

    3042 Oakcliff Road, Ste200, 
    Doraville, GA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Nepali, Telugu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sudha Challa is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Doraville, Georgia. Dr. Challa is highly rated in 59 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Folate Deficiency. Dr. Challa is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine, 2011. Dr. Challa is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Winship Cancer Institute Of Emory University

    36 Linden Ave NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Halperin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Halperin is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Carcinoid Syndrome, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, and Metastatic Insulinoma. Dr. Halperin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology, 2015.

    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1627 Clairmont Ln NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Inger Damon is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Damon is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Monkeypox, Smallpox, Rabies, and Ebola Virus Disease.

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

    Piedmont Arthritis & Rheumatology

    4890 Roswell Rd Ste 250, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Frank Marxer is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Marxer is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Marxer is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Blood & Marrow Transplant Group Of Georgia

    5670 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd Ste 1000, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Melhem Solh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Solh is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Leukemia, Graft Versus Host Disease (GvHD), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Graft. Dr. Solh is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Family Medicine

    3747 Roswell Rd Ste 216, 
    Marietta,, GA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    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 clinical expertise encompasses Vertigo, Chronic Cough, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Fainting. Dr. C is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Cdc

    1600 Clifton Rd NE 14, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brett Petersen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Petersen is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rabies, Smallpox, Monkeypox, and Myocarditis.

    Expertise in
    47
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    47
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Premier Family Clinic

    3646 Chamblee Tucker Road, SteB, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nipun Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Sitosterolemia, Macroamylasemia, and Oral Herpes. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, 1998. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    91
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    91
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Magnolia Medical Clinic

    1235 Indian Trail Road, Ste200, 
    Norcross, GA 
     (8.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ravi Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Norcross, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Shah is highly rated in 91 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Collier Road

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

    Dr. Lacayo received his medical degree at Autonomous University and completed his residency at Emory University School of Medicine. A native of Nicaragua, Dr. Lacayo is fluent in both English and Spanish. Dr. Lacayo is board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Lacayo is highly rated in 33 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Lacayo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lacayo is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Piedmont Physicians Of Brookhaven

    3925 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 300, 
    Brookhaven, GA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Carolyn H. Sigman, M.D., graduated with her bachelor's degree from Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. She earned her medical degree at Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. She then completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Emory University. Following that, she served as chief resident at Emory University Hospital. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Sigman was in private practice in Roswell and Alpharetta. With more than twenty years of experience, she is board certified in internal medicine and a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Sigman lives in Brookhaven with her husband, Steven Sigman, M.D., and their five children. Dr. Sigman welcomes new patients and accepts most insurance plans. Dr. Sigman is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Sigman is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sigman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Internal Medicine

    3280 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite 150, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A native of Albany, Georgia, Dr. Harper is a graduate of the Medical College of Georgia. He completed his internship and residency at Emory University affiliated hospitals. Dr. Harper was previously on staff at the Piedmont Hospital Medical Care Center in Brookhaven. He is board certified in internal medicine and is a member of the American Medical Association. Dr. Harper believes living a healthy lifestyle is the most effective way to prevent chronic illnesses and works with his patients to help them lead healthier lives. Among his many interests in medicine, Dr. Harper takes a special interest in the treatment of hypertension and diabetes. In his free time, Dr. Harper enjoys hiking, backpacking, traveling, and jogging. Dr. Harper is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cirrhosis, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Harper is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Harper is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    24
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Internal Medicine

    3280 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite 150, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Egyptian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. McClatchey, a native of Atlanta, earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine. He has been with the Piedmont Physicians Group since completing his residency in internal medicine at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Dr. McClatchey is board certified in internal medicine and is a fellow of the American College of Physicians. Dr. McClatchey strives to account for the unique needs of each patient when providing medical care. He works with his patients to develop an individualized plan of care. His practice focuses on acute and chronic medical problems in adult men and women and preventive care. Dr. Mcclatchey is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Mcclatchey is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mcclatchey is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Internal Medicine

    3280 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite 150, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Peters obtained his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine, graduating magna cum laude. While at medical school, Dr. Peters was the recipient of the Sonny Carter Scholarship, a merit scholarship based on academics and athletics. Dr. Peters completed a residency in internal medicine at Emory University and was Chief Resident in Medicine at Emory University Hospital. Dr. Peters is board certified in internal medicine. Dr. Peters believes in partnering with patients in order to provide better care and achieve improved health outcomes. He takes a special interest in preventive care. In his free time, Dr. Peters enjoys playing soccer. Dr. Peters is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Peters is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Peters is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    73
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    73
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

    882 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ujwal Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 73 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, and Togaviridae Disease. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Family Practice Center

    993 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite F-210, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 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 clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, Insomnia, Oral Herpes, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Schramm is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    GA-400, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Puja Mehta, MD, earned her medical degree from the American University of Antigua, and completed her residency at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center in Marietta, GA. She received her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from KMC International Center and is board certified in Family Medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont, Dr. Mehta was a resident physician at Kennestone Hospital. Prior to residency, she was working in Endocrine research at the Jesse Brown VA in Chicago, IL. Dr. Mehta has a special interest in women's health, preventive medicine, and integrative medicine with a holistic approach to complement traditional western medicine.In her spare time, Dr. Mehta enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys painting and art, traveling, Harry Potter, hiking, exploring restaurants, and living with a positive approach.Dr. Mehta is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Mehta is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Obesity, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, and Orchiectomy. Dr. Mehta is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Mehta is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    66
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    66
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

    882 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Margaret Erwood is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Erwood is highly rated in 66 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and Sinusitis. Dr. Erwood is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Family Practice Center

    993 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite F-210, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 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 clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Barnes is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Barnes is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians Of Brookhaven

    3925 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 300, 
    Brookhaven, GA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Czech, Malayalam
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Mathew, M.D., earned her undergraduate degree from Illinois Institute of Technology and her medical degree at the University of Michigan Medical School. She completed her family medicine residency at the Tacoma Family Medicine Residency Program in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Mathew is board certified in family medicine. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians, Dr. Mathew worked at the Roosevelt Ruffin Community Health Center in Saginaw, Michigan. She is a member of the American Association of Family Physicians and her special interests include natural family planning, and women's health. In her spare time, Dr. Mathew enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her husband and children. Dr. Mathew is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Mathew is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Mathew is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Ascend Medical Group Adult Medicine

    3560 Lenox Road Suite 1230, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Randy Cronic is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Cronic is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Alzheimer's Disease, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Dementia. Dr. Cronic is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Cronic is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Department Of Veterans Affairs

    1670 Clairmont Rd, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lauri Markowitz is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Markowitz is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Genital Warts, Warts, Tetanus, and Chlamydia.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1365 Clifton Rd NE # C, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rathi Pillai is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Pillai is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), and Lung Adenocarcinoma.

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    What is a primary care physician (PCP)?  

    A primary care physician (PCP) is the first doctor people go to when they feel sick or need a check-up. This doctor helps with many different health problems, gives advice to keep patients healthy, and treats common illnesses. A PCP also keeps track of a person’s overall health and can refer them to a specialist if more specific care is needed.    

    What’s the difference between a primary care physician (PCP) and a specialist?  

    The main difference between a PCP and a specialist is the kind of health conditions they treat. PCPs care for people of all ages and treat a wide range of health issues, from the common cold to sports injuries. They also focus on preventive care, such as vaccines to prevent illnesses or screenings to catch diseases before they become serious. 

    Specialists, on the other hand, have advanced training in a specific area of medicine like cardiology (heart health) or neurology (brain health). There are many kinds of specialists on MediFind, each with their own focus. When needed, PCPs will help patients understand when they need to see a specialist. PCPs will also collaborate with specialists on a treatment plan specific to their patients’ needs. 

    What is another name for a primary care physician?

    There are a few different types of primary care doctors. In addition to primary care providers, a primary care physician may also be called a general practitioner, family doctor, or internist. There are also PCPs with special training to work with specific patient populations. Pediatricians, for example, are PCPs who work with children, while geriatricians are PCPs who work with older adults.  

    Why do people have a primary care physician?

    People have a primary care physician to help keep them healthy and to have a doctor they can go to for most of their health needs. A PCP helps with regular check-ups, treats illnesses, and can help manage long-term health problems. That’s why it’s helpful for patients to maintain long-term relationships with their PCPs if possible.    

    Why does my health insurance require me to see a primary care physician?   

    Health insurance requires patients to see a primary care physician because a PCP helps keep people healthy with preventive care, which lowers costs for the insurer. A PCP can also decide if a patient needs to see a specialist, which helps avoid unnecessary tests and treatments, keeping healthcare costs down. 

    What is the first thing a doctor does when seeing a patient?   

    The first thing a primary care doctor does when seeing a patient is to ask questions about their health and health goals. This includes asking about symptoms, past health problems, family health history, and lifestyle. This helps the doctor understand what’s going on if the patient is experiencing a problem, or what might help the patient get healthier or stay healthy. 

    When should I visit a Nurse Practitioner (NP) vs. a Doctor (MD)?  

    You can visit a Nurse Practitioner (NP) for routine check-ups, minor illnesses, and help with long-term health issues. Nurse Practitioners are trained to handle many common health problems. You should see a Doctor (MD) for more serious or complicated health issues, or if you need specialized care that an NP cannot provide. Sometimes, NPs and MDs work together to take care of their patients.  

    How do I find a Primary Care Doctor near Chamblee, GA?

    A Primary Care Doctor is a type of primary care provider, and is responsible for your ongoing healthcare monitoring and maintenance, and is your first line of treatment. You should see your Primary Care Doctor near Chamblee, GA at least once a year. If new symptoms arise, they will also help you get properly diagnosed, although for many situations you will need to see a specialist near Chamblee, GA to get diagnosed and treated.

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    What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Primary Care Doctors,  near Chamblee, GA?

    • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
    • Adults near Chamblee, GA generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
    • Older adults near Chamblee, GA may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
    • Some women near Chamblee, GA choose to receive their primary care from their OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist), though if you have multiple medical issues, it may be in your best interest to find a primary care physician.

    How do I get a referral near Chamblee, GA from my Primary Care Doctor?

    Typically, your Chamblee Primary Care Doctor will refer you to a specialist if they believe it to be necessary. You can also explore your symptoms or research your diagnosis to see what kinds of providers commonly treat your health condition near Chamblee, GA.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Primary Care Doctor near Chamblee, GA for my health condition?

    When you’re making important health decisions, it’s always recommended to get medical opinions from more than one provider, whether that be another Primary Care Doctor or a specialist near Chamblee, GA. If you just received a diagnosis from you Primary Care Doctor, but something in your gut tells you to seek more guidance, it’s OK to consult with another doctor near Chamblee, GA to get additional insight into your condition and care. Second opinions are highly valuable because they can either confirm or disprove your original diagnosis or provide different perspectives from different Primary Care Doctor. Most doctors, including Primary Care Doctors, will not get offended and welcome second opinions, especially if you were diagnosed with a serious or rare condition. You can even use MediFind to search for another Primary Care Doctor or specialist near Chamblee, GA who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near Chamblee, GA, in addition to my Primary Care Doctor, for my specific condition?

    There are over 7,000 conditions that providers, including Primary Care Doctors and specialists need to treat. With so many conditions, it is nearly impossible for any provider to be an expert in every unique condition, even in just one geographic area like Chamblee. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a Chamblee doctor who has a lot of experience with your particular condition. MediFind can help you find a doctor or a second opinion for your condition. 
    When talking with your Primary Care Doctor, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Primary Care Doctor more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I learn about the latest research and medical advances my Primary Care Doctor in Chamblee may know about?

    Primary Care Doctors know there is new scientific research happening all the time, and in fact, it’s estimated that the total body of medical knowledge now doubles every 73 days. That’s a lot of information to keep up with, even for an excellent Primary Care Doctor. MediFind can help you explore the latest medical advances, research, and breakthroughs for your health condition, giving you access to the same cutting-edge information as your Chamblee Primary Care Doctor.

    How can I research clinical trials my Primary Care Doctor might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Chamblee, GA?

    How can I research clinical trials my Primary Care Doctor might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Chamblee, GA?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your Primary Care Doctor may bring up clinical trials near Chamblee, GA during one of your appointments. The purpose of clinical trials is to find improvements or discoveries for diseases and treatments, and your Primary Care Doctor may be working to stay on top of these developments, or refer you to a specialist who focuses on your condition. MediFind can help you easily search and filter clinical trials for your health condition, including those near Chamblee, GA, that your Primary Care Doctor might bring up. You can also learn more about what to consider when exploring clinical trials that you may wish to discuss with your Primary Care Doctor.

    What should I bring with me to an appointment with my Primary Care Doctor near Chamblee, GA?

    Bring your list of concerns (or reasons for your visit) with you on a piece of paper or your phone, so you can easily recall them when speaking to your Primary Care Doctor in Chamblee. You may want to consider bringing a friend or loved one for support, and to help you recall the information after your Primary Care Doctor visit. Bring a notebook so you can take notes, copies of your medical records (dating back at least one year), a list of current medications, supplements and allergies to medications, your family history of disease, and a list of symptoms (and details about how long they last and how often they occur) to discuss with your Chamblee Primary Care Doctor.

    When talking with your Primary Care Doctor, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Primary Care Doctor more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I get the most out of my Primary Care Doctor appointment near Chamblee, GA?

    Being a “good patient” isn’t just about listening to your Primary Care Doctor. It’s about engaging in your health together to ensure you receive a high quality of care, which is called practicing patient autonomy. It’s important to be honest with your Chamblee Primary Care Doctor, and hide nothing, even if it’s embarrassing. You should also speak up and voice your concerns, and listen and ask questions of your Primary Care Doctor. You may also consider doing your own research on your condition and talking to other patients before or after speaking with your Primary Care Doctor.

    What questions should I ask my Chamblee Primary Care Doctor?

    A few topics you may wish to ask your Primary Care Doctor about include: diagnosis details, symptom management, medical care, second opinions from other Primary Care Doctors, whether you should see a specialist near Chamblee, GA other than your Primary Care Doctor, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments with your Primary Care Doctor.

    Can a Primary Care Doctor near Chamblee, GA help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Primary Care Doctor near Chamblee, GA may be able to provide a different point of view on your health. You can also explore your symptoms and bring the results with you to your Primary Care Doctor visit for discussion.

    What types of insurance are accepted by Primary Care Doctors near Chamblee, GA?

    You should always contact your Primary Care Doctor’s office to make sure they take your health insurance. Every Primary Care Doctor has different arrangements with insurance providers. The most commonly accepted insurance near Chamblee, GA may not be the same as elsewhere, but some of the largest insurance providers are: Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Centene, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, HCSC (Health Care Service Corporation), CVS Health/Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, and Cigna.

    How far should I travel to find the best Primary Care Doctor near Chamblee, GA?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Primary Care Doctor in person in Chamblee. For Primary Care Doctors, this study concluded that people typically only travel about 18 minutes. So, a good rule of thumb is to select a primary care physician that is located near you in Chamblee, somewhere between 15-30 minutes away. For more specialized care, you may need to travel considerably further, but look for specialists within 45 minutes of your home near Chamblee, GA if possible.

    In recent years, many Primary Care Doctors  have also adopted telehealth, also commonly called telemedicine, which is the use of digital technology to provide or supplement patient care. Telehealth can help reduce the burden of physical travel to your Primary Care Doctor near Chamblee, GA. You might wish to consider contacting your Primary Care Doctor’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for Chamblee, as well as your insurance provider.

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