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Dr. David Fern, MD

General Surgery* Age 80
Dr. David Fern, MD
4.9 (36 Ratings)
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Dr. David Fern, MD

General Surgery* Age 80
Decatur, GA
Accepting new patients
53 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. David Fern, MD works in Decatur, GA as a General Surgery Specialist and has 53 years experience.

They graduated from Emory University in 1971. At present, Dr. Fern has received an average rating of 4.9 from patients and has been reviewed 36 times. They are affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Fern also speaks Spanish. Dr. Fern practices at Practice in Decatur, GA and has additional offices in Atlanta, GA.

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Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Friendly Staff

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Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Blue Open Access (Select Network)-GA POS
    National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Blue Choice HMO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
    HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Cigna PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    2665 N Decatur Rd Ste 730, Decatur, GA 30033
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 12:00
    Saturday
    09:00 - 12:00
  2. 2 Office
    980 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste 430, Atlanta, GA 30342

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4.9
Based on 36 Reviews
5 Stars (34)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Dec 22, 2020
Excellent physician. Dr. Fern and Tyson did a great job on my varicose veins. I wish I had done it sooner. The constant itching is gone and my legs feel much lighter. Dr. Fern really cares about his patients.
Ben Anderson — Dec 22, 2020
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Vascular Surgery
Phlebology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Emory University
    1971
Medical Education

Internship

Internship
  • Emory University School of Medicine
    1972
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. David Fern, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Fern accepts Aetna, Ambetter and Anthem as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Fern accepts here.

Yes, Dr. Fern speaks Spanish. See Dr. Fern's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Fern has a star rating of 4.9/5 and has been reviewed 36 times.

Dr. Fern has been practicing as a General Surgery Specialist for 53 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Emory Decatur Hospital

Know Before You Go

Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)