Dr. Rick A Brewer M.D.
Emergency Physician
1230 Baxter St Athens GA, 30606About
Dr. Rick Brewer practices Emergency Medicine in Athens, GA. Dr. Brewer assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Brewer examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Univ of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar 1986
Board Certification
Emergency MedicineAmerican Board of Emergency MedicineABEM
Provider Details
Dr. Rick A Brewer M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Rick A Brewer M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Brewer
Recommended Articles
- What Are Ketones?
Almost every cell in the body has a primary source of energy, which is usually glucose. However, when the body doesn't have enough glucose, the liver responds by producing chemicals known as ketones, converting stored fatty acids into ketone bodies. Ketones are used as a backup fuel source when...
- What Is a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)?
OverviewA transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a mini-stroke, which only lasts for a few minutes. It occurs when blood stops flowing to a part of the brain for a short time. The symptoms of TIA are similar to other symptoms of stroke, but they do not last long, so TIA does not lead to permanent...
- What Is a CPK Lab Test?
What is creatine phosphokinase (CPK)?Creatine phosphokinase (CPK) is an enzyme, which is predominantly present in the heart, brain, and skeletal muscles. Converting creatine into phosphate is the main task of this enzyme. The cells of the body then quickly consume or burn this phosphate and use it...
- Lightheadedness
What is lightheadedness?Lightheadedness or feeling faint may not always be a cause for concern. However, it may also indicate an underlying health problem and can increase the risk of falling and fall-related injuries. If you feel lightheaded, drink water or fluids containing electrolytes and take...
- What Is a GI Cocktail?
Introduction A GI cocktail or gastrointestinal cocktail is a mixture of liquid antacid, viscous lidocaine, and an anticholinergic agent. A GI cocktail is primarily used to treat dyspepsia.There are a wide variety of GI cocktail recipes nowadays. One popular recipe is a mixture of viscous lidocaine,...
- What Causes Dehydration?
Humans have approximately 60 percent of water in the body. Even if 1.5-2 percent of that water is lost, mild dehydration will start, which can lead to severe dehydration requiring immediate medical attention. Because your mood, energy level, and coordination deteriorate with the loss of body fluids,...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. William J Lagaly DO1199 PRINCE AVE ATHENS GA 30606
- Dr. Timothy J. Garrett M.D.1199 Prince Avenue Athens GA 30606
- Dr. Dirk C. Schrader MD1199 Prince Ave Athens GA 30606
- Dr. Eric F. Sewell MD1199 Prince Ave Athens GA 30606
- Dr. Gary Daniels MD316 N Broad St Winder GA 30680
- Dr. Jerome Howell M.D.1230 Baxter St Athens GA 30606