Dr. Valda Gibson, MD
Internist
1000 Johnson Ferry Rd NE Atlanta GA, 30342About
Dr. Valda Gibson is an internist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Gibson specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Gibson provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch of Med, Chapel Hill Nc 1985
Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL 1984
Board Certification
board-certified in internal medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Internist Northside Hospital - Present
Treatments
- Pancreatitis
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Pneumonia
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Professional Memberships
- American Medical Association
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Get to know Internist Dr. Valda O. Gibson, who serves patients in Atlanta, Georgia.
A determined internist, Dr. Gibson works with patients at Northside Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. She specializes in hospital medicine and is experienced in treating patients with diabetes mellitus.
Before embarking on her professional journey, she graduated with her medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine in 1985, and completed her residency in internal medicine at the Emory University School of Medicine in 1988.
An active member of the American Medical Association, the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in Internal Medicine are called Internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.
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