Dr. Michelle Parker, MD

Media Releases

Get to know Internist Dr. Michelle Parker, who serves patients in Panama City Beach, Florida.

Dr. Parker is a board-certified internist with Ascension Medical Group Sacred Heart, located in Panama City Beach, Florida. She has a special interest in general medicine, advanced wound care, nutrition and advanced skin care. Her patients are part of a new primary care model featuring a comprehensive prevention and wellness membership program, in collaboration with MDVIP, to provide primary care, advanced screenings and diagnostic tests, along with a tailored wellness plan emphasizing education, prevention and one-on-one support.

Ascension Medical Group Sacred Heart is the region’s largest network of primary care physicians with locations in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Bay, Gulf and Franklin Counties in Florida as well as Baldwin County, Alabama. Most of their physicians see patients by appointment only, but some provide same-day appointments.

Academically, Dr. Parker earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Hartwick College in Oneonta, New York, and received her Master of Science degree in Nutrition Science from the University of Georgia in Athens. She graduated with her medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia, and continued at the same educational venue to perform her internship and residency in internal medicine.

A member of the Florida 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.

As a testament to her success, Dr. Parker has been the recipient of the Top Doctor Award (2019, 2021), Best Doctors in America (2006, 2008, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2018), and Best Wound Healing Outcomes Award (2008, 2014).

Recommended Articles

• Are Energy Drinks Safe?

  Recently, there have been serious health issues linked to energy drink.  The ever growing popularity and consumption of these products came on quickly. Are these drinks safe like manufacturers claim them to be?Energy drinks are basically beverages that contain stimulants, like caffeine, and are...

• Pleurisy vs. Bronchitis: Differences and Similarities

  What is pleurisy?Pleurisy is a condition, in which the lining that surrounds the lungs and the interior of the chest cavity is inflamed. Due to the inflammation of the pleura, this condition is also called as pleuritis. The pleural space is the space between the lungs and the chest cavity wall....

• Leukopenia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

  What is leukopenia?White blood cells (WBCs) are an important part of the immune system, which is why they are called as "fighter cells". There are five different types of white blood cells (WBCs) in our body. They are neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils, monocytes, and lymphocytes. Each type of WBC...

• Ways to Include More Fiber in Your Diet

  Importance of eating Fibrous FoodsFiber refers to the indigestible shares of plant foods. Eating foods that are high in fiber has several health gains. The digestive benefits of fiber in food are very well known. Yet, fibrous food provides a lot of other benefits for a healthy life. Studies report...

• What Causes Nipple Pain?

  IntroductionMost women may have experienced soreness in their nipples at some point in time or another. This soreness or pain can be due to various reasons which may include an imbalance in the hormones, skin conditions, pregnancy, itching, allergies or infections, breastfeeding, and much more. The...

• Light Drinking May Not Harm Babies

  New research shows that a pregnant mother drinking up to two glasses of alcohol may not harm the children. About 11,500 mothers and their children participated in this study. Researchers collected data regarding the drinking habits of the mothers when the kids were about 9 months old. When the...