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

Looking for the best primary care doctor, family doctor, or general practitioner near atlanta, GA? Find top primary care doctors near you in atlanta, 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 2242 specialists near atlanta, GA

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

    Winship Cancer Institute Of Emory University

    36 Linden Ave NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (1.4 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
    33
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    33
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Collier Road

    105 Collier Road NW, Suite 2000, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.0 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
    73
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    73
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

    882 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (2.4 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
    66
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    66
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

    882 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (2.4 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
    162
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    162
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Common Earthling

    3715 Northside Pkwy NW, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (7.7 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
    9
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1365 Clifton Rd NE # C, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.7 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.

    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions

    Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    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 clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis C, Hepatitis, Hepatitis B, and HIV/AIDS. Dr. Averhoff is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    38
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    38
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Elliott Winton is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Winton is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelofibrosis, Essential Thrombocythemia, Polycythemia Vera, and Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML). Dr. Winton is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    65
    conditions
    Expertise in
    65
    conditions

    Pickens Primary Care Decatur

    4995 Flat Shoals Parkway, 
    Decatur, GA 
     (9.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jesus Vazquez-Figueroa is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Decatur, Georgia. Dr. Vazquez-Figueroa is highly rated in 65 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Vazquez-Figueroa is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vazquez-Figueroa is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Yoruba
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adefisayo Oduwole is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Oduwole is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Typhoid Fever, Heart Failure, and Pulmonary Edema. Dr. Oduwole is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Cantey is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Cantey is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Onchocerciasis, Childhood Volvulus, Spirurida Infections, and Secernentea Infections. Dr. Cantey is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions

    US Centers For Disease Control And Prevention

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

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

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

    Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation

    80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SE, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Claudia Vellozzi is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Vellozzi is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses H1N1 Influenza, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, Hepatitis C, and Hepatitis. Dr. Vellozzi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    US Centers For Disease Control And Prevention

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

    Anna Acosta is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Acosta is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Meningitis, and Osteotomy.

    Expertise in
    92
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    92
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Wellstreet Of Georgia PC

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

    Bennie Brown is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Brown is highly rated in 92 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheitis, Cellulitis, Sinusitis, and Empyema. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    993 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste F210, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (9.2 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
    75
    conditions
    Expertise in
    75
    conditions

    Piedmont Urgent Care By Wellstreet-East Point

    3515 Camp Creek Pt Ste 110, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Haitian Creole, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Angela Hayes-Boucher is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Hayes-Boucher is highly rated in 75 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, Tracheitis, and Cellulitis. Dr. Hayes-Boucher 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 
     (6.9 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 
     (6.9 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 
     (6.9 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
    22
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Collier Road

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

    "Dr. Fullerton earned his medical degree from the University of Florida. He completed his residency in family practice at Anderson Memorial Hospital in Anderson, South Carolina, and completed his residency in internal medicine at Emory University. Dr. Fullerton has been on staff with Piedmont Hospital since 1984 and served as the director of the hospitalist program from 1993--2007. In addition to practicing as a hospitalist, Dr. Fullerton was in a private internal medicine practice until 1996 when he joined Piedmont Physicians Group. An active member of the medical staff, Dr. Fullerton served as the chair of the Department of Medicine from 2000--2001 and served as the medical director for The Center for Rehabilitation Medicine at Piedmont Hospital. In 1999, Dr. Fullerton was recognized as a ""Top Doctor"" by Atlanta Magazine. Dr. Fullerton is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurances.". Dr. Fullerton is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome. Dr. Fullerton is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fullerton is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    19
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Piedmont Physicians At Collier Road

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

    Dr. Bendi is an American board-certified diplomat in internal medicine. She completed her residency at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York and was awarded most outgoing student in medical school and received honors in Medicine. Dr. Bendi has been recognized for research work in preventive cardiology and congestive heart failure. She has a special interest in treatment of diabetes, hypertension, congestive heart failure, preventive cardiac medicine and women's health. Dr. Bendi's professional memberships include American Medical Association and American College of Physicians. Dr. Bendi believes in providing a continuum of care for all of her patients rather than just treating the disease. She understands disease affects patients physically and emotionally, as an individual and as a part of a family. Therefore, she strives to meet the needs of her patients with compassion, dignity and respect. She believes old-fashioned attention imbibed with state-of-the-art practices in medicine can help better manage diseases or conditions. In her free time, Dr. Bendi enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new places and traveling. Dr. Bendi is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Bendi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bendi is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP Piedmont West 6th

    1800 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite 650, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Russian
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    A native of Kazakstan, Dr. Popykin has been a resident of Georgia since 1999. He completed his internal medicine residency training at Emory University School of Medicine affiliated hospitals in 2002. Dr. Popykin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the American College of Physicians. Prior to joining Piedmont Physicians Group, Dr. Popykin was in private practice with Adult Medicine of Marietta. He is fluent in English and Russian. Dr. Popykin welcomes new patients and participates in most major insurance plans. Dr. Popykin is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Popykin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Popykin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP Piedmont West

    1800 Howell Mill Road NW, Suite 525, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Raphael Lopez is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Lopez is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Lopez is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lopez is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions

    Piedmont Physicians Concierge Atlanta

    105 Collier Road, Ste 5000, 
    Atlanta, GA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Czech
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Starting February 1, 2024, Dr. Brown-Saddler will only see patients who are part of the Piedmont Concierge Medicine program located at 105 Collier Road Northwest, Suite 5000. If you are not enrolled in the Piedmont Concierge Medicine program and would like to learn more, please visit thePiedmont Concierge Medicine page.Dr. Belinda Brown-Saddler has been practicing medicine for over 20 years and joined Piedmont Healthcare in 2005. She received her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio and completed her internship and residency at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center, Department of Family Practice. Prior to joining Piedmont, she was active duty in the United States Navy and served as a physician at the Naval Ambulatory Care Center in Groton, Connecticut. During her time there, she had hospital privileges and rounded on patients of all ages at William W. Backus Hospital in Norwich, Connecticut and Lawrence Memorial Hospital in New London, Connecticut. She was honorably discharged as a Lieutenant Commander after serving 4 years of active duty.Dr. Brown-Saddler is known for her warm personality and her belief in caring for the whole person - physically, emotionally, and spiritually. She is excited about participating in a new Piedmont program where she has the time to focus more intently on her patients' long-term health and wellness.In her spare time, Dr. Brown-Saddler enjoys reading, watching movies, traveling, and spending time with her family. She is also a fitness enthusiast who enjoys boot camps and spin classes as well as outdoor activities. Dr. Brown-Saddler is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Brown-Saddler is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Brown-Saddler is currently accepting new patients.

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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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, GA to get diagnosed and treated.

    You can find a Primary Care Doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:
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    What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Primary Care Doctors,  near atlanta, 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, GA may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
    • Some women near atlanta, 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 atlanta, GA from my Primary Care Doctor?

    Typically, your atlanta 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 atlanta, GA.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Primary Care Doctor near atlanta, 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, GA who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near atlanta, 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 atlanta. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a atlanta 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 atlanta 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 atlanta Primary Care Doctor.

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

    How can I research clinical trials my Primary Care Doctor might tell me about, especially ones that are located near atlanta, GA?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your Primary Care Doctor may bring up clinical trials near atlanta, 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta. 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 atlanta 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta 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 atlanta 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, GA help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Primary Care Doctor near atlanta, 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, GA?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Primary Care Doctor in person in atlanta. 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, 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 atlanta, GA. You might wish to consider contacting your Primary Care Doctor’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for atlanta, as well as your insurance provider.

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