
Dr. Edward Joel Shanik M.D.
Family Practitioner
4799 Blue Ridge Dr Suite 104 Blue Ridge GA, 30513About
Dr. Edward Shanik is a family practitioner practicing in Blue Ridge, GA. Dr. Shanik specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Shanik possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Kath Univ Leuven- Fac Der Geneeskunde- Leuven- Belgium 1975
Universite Catholique De Louvain, Faculte De Medecine 1975
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Dr. Edward Joel Shanik M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 4799 Blue Ridge Dr Suite 104
4799 Blue Ridge Dr Suite 104 -Blue Ridge, GA 30513Get Direction
Dr. Edward Joel Shanik M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Shanik
Recommended Articles
- When Is Allergy Season?
Allergy season would mainly depend on the underlying factor of what individuals are allergic to and where they live. If an individual is suffering from a seasonal allergy or hay fever, then tree pollens could trigger the allergic reaction in the season of spring or late winter. If you are allergic...
- Tips on Living with Lower Back Pain
There are a variety of causes as to why you are experiencing lower back pain. Back pain may result from underlying health conditions such as connective tissue diseases, which include different types of arthritis, fibromyalgia syndrome, or sciatica (nerve root pain). Lower back pain can also be...
- What Are Hormones?
IntroductionHormones are a special kind of chemical messengers in the body that are created by the endocrine glands. These chemical messengers control and coordinate complex processes in the body, such as growth, metabolism, fertility, and reproduction. Hormones can also influence the body's immune...
- Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, Poison Sumac: The Rashes
What is poison ivy? Poison ivy (Toxicodendron radicans) is a popular plant known for causing rashes and skin irritation when one comes in contact with it.Poison ivy is a woody shrub or vine that is found in either shady or sunny locations. It can grow up to six feet tall as a shrub, or 150 feet tall...
- Encopresis: How Can I Help My Child?
What is encopresis?Encopresis is a disorder characterized by the involuntary leaking of poop due to chronic constipation. This disorder is usually observed in children 4 years old and above.In encopresis, the wall and the nerves of the bowel are stretched when poop is held on for a longer time. This...
- What Is Cat Scratch Fever?
IntroductionCat scratch fever or cat scratch disease is a bacterial infection spread by cats. You can get the cat scratch fever from a scratch or bite of a cat that is infected with the bacterium called Bartonella henselae. Aside from the infected cat’s scratch, you can also acquire the infection...
Nearby Providers
- Mrs. Paula Jean Boyle MD1940 Old Highway 5 Blue Ridge GA 30513
- Dr. Gary W Hunt MD2855 Old Highway 5 Blue Ridge GA 30513
- Dr. Jimmy Pruitt MD2855 Old Highway 5 Blue Ridge GA 30513
- Dr. Shannon Lawrence Pitman M.D.101 RIVERSTONE VIS BLUE RIDGE GA 30513
- Dr. Lee Wheeler MD2855 Old Highway 5 Blue Ridge GA 30513
- Dr. Shannon Simpson Morgan MD101 Riverstone Vis Blue Ridge GA 30513
Nearest Hospitals
FANNIN REGIONAL HOSPITALl
2855 OLD HIGHWAY 5 NORTH BLUE RIDGE GA 30513COPPER BASIN MEDICAL CENTERl
HIGHWAY 68 COPPERHILL TN 37317NORTH GEORGIA MEDICAL CENTERl
1362 SOUTH MAIN STREET ELLIJAY GA 30540NORTHSIDE HOSPITAL FORSYTHl
1200 NORTHSIDE FORSYTH DRIVE CUMMING GA 30041WELLSTAR NORTH FULTON HOSPITALl
3000 HOSPITAL BOULEVARD ROSWELL GA 30076EMORY JOHNS CREEK HOSPITALl
6325 HOSPITAL PARKWAY JOHNS CREEK GA 30097