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Samuel Williams, III

Internist

1402 S. Carolina Avenue, zip Albany GA, 31705

About

Dr. Samuel Williams, III is an internist practicing in Albany, Georgia. Dr. Williams, III 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. Williams, III 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

Meharry Medical College Doctor of Medicine 2008

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Samuel Williams, III's Expert Contributions
  • What stops the itching of eczema?

    Hello, Itching that is associated with eczema may remit on its own; however, it can be relieved with treatments such as oatmeal soap and Eucerin cream. Thank you. READ MORE

  • Could I have gotten an STD?

    No, that is not a safe decision. READ MORE

  • I have a rectal concern?

    I am not sure what your diagnosis is; please seek an expert evaluation a.s.a.p. Thank you. Sincerely, Samuel Keith Williams, III, MD, CPG READ MORE

  • Prescription medicine?

    Hello, A typical high dose is 200mg daily. However, cardiologists sometimes prescribe off-label. Please ask a heart doctor to be sure. Thank you! READ MORE

  • Bug bite or staph?

    I don't know. Please go to a dermatologist asap. READ MORE

  • Can varicocele cause abnormal sperm?

    Yes READ MORE

  • What can I eat for breakfast after gallbladder surgery?

    Dear Patient: Hello, it depends on the results of your surgery, however, some say, "You can usually start eating normally a few hours after your operation, although you'll probably prefer to eat small meals to start with." Reference: https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/operations-tests-and-procedures/do-i-need-to-change-my-diet-after-gallbladder-surgery/ Sincerely, Samuel K. Williams, III, MD, CPG READ MORE

  • Why do I get gas pains at night?

    Dear Patient, Hello, the causes are quite varied from harmless to life-threatening; lactose intolerance is a common cause of flatulence, as are different severity of constipation and diarrhea. Please seek expert advice from an internist. Thank you. Sincerely, Samuel K. Williams, III, MD, CPG READ MORE

  • How long does it take to recover from laser kidney stone surgery?

    Dear Patient, Good morning. Surgery is not my specialty. However, from what I have read, patients who undergo surgery for kidney stones go home on the same day, post-surgical pain may occur and is treated with analgesics (pain medication). Thank you. Sincerely, Samuel K. Williams, III, MD, CPG READ MORE

  • What antibiotics treat kidney infections?

    Dear Patient, Hello, many antibiotics treat kidney infections. The choice in antibiotic depend on the functioning of the patient's kidney, hydration status, allergies, et cetera. Please discuss this further with your primary care physician or nephrologist. Thank you. Sincerely, Samuel K. Williams, III, MD, CPG READ MORE

  • What is the recovery time after rectal surgery?

    Dear Patient, Hello, recovery time from rectal surgery varies and is prolonged in individuals who engage in activities that involve heavy lifting, otherwise, it may take anywhere from 4 to 12 weeks to recover. Thank you. READ MORE

  • How long does pain last after scoliosis surgery?

    Hello, and thank you for this question. Pain following surgery lasts different amounts of time. However, the duration of pain depends on the patient's physiology and his or her psychological state of being. I suggest directing your question to your primary care provider or surgeon. READ MORE

  • Can I walk after appendix surgery?

    Hello, and thank you for this question. It depends on the patient, some individuals may walk or ambulate earlier after surgery, and some not at all. This depends, in part, on the overall health and wellbeing of the patient. Please ask your surgeon whether or not you are a high- or low-risk surgical candidate, and about your predicted outcome after appendectomy. READ MORE

  • How bad is the pain after ankle surgery?

    Hello, Post-surgical ankle pain varies in intensity depending on the patient affected and may range from minimal pain to severe. Patients with more chronic medical conditions may have more severe post-surgical pain than those that do not. Thank you. READ MORE

  • Is life expectancy affected by blood cancer?

    Hello, Although each patient who is affected by a particular disease may respond differently, generally speaking, diseases decrease a patient's overall life expectancy, and blood cancers are not any different. Thank you. READ MORE

  • What is an alternative to mesh for hernia?

    Hello, and thank you for your question. Hernias can also be repaired with suturing that does not involve the placement of a mesh. Please review the following Harvard guide for further details: https://www.health.harvard.edu/medical-tests-and-procedures/hernia-repair-a-to-z Sincerely, Samuel Keith Williams, III, MD, CPG READ MORE

  • What is worse a heart attack or cardiac arrest?

    Hello, Please refer to the following links for additional details, which describe that an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest may result in death up to 90.00% of the time, whereas, a heart attack up to 12.00%. Thank you. Sincerely, Samuel K. Williams, III, MD, CPG Cardiac arrest: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.cdc.gov/dhdsp/docs/cardiac-arrest-infographic.pdf&ved=2ahUKEwishJWjw_ntAhXjzVkKHcnKAeAQFjAFegQIAxAF&usg=AOvVaw2ovrb6POfGxt43FL1mNUTu&cshid=1609462604293 Heart attack: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.healthline.com/health/heart-disease/statistics&ved=2ahUKEwink5yyw_ntAhWCm1kKHW8KDSAQFjAEegQIBBAE&usg=AOvVaw39RzyHJNX73OazglW3nOQX&cshid=1609462728037 READ MORE

  • How successful is liver resection?

    Hello, Success rates with any procedure vary. You may find some information that may answer your question from this Columbia University webpage: https://columbiasurgery.org/liver/faqs-about-life-after-liver-transplant Sincerely, Samuel K. Williams, III, MD, CPG READ MORE

  • Should I be concerned about the high thyroid lab result?

    Hello, yes you should be concerned. I recommend re-evaluation ASAP. READ MORE

  • Why do I feel sick after having coffee?

    Please visit your primary care physician ASAP. Your symptoms may be harmless or harmful. Thank you. READ MORE

Professional Memberships

  • Sigma Xi  
  • Sigma Phi Omega  
  • Meharry Medical College National Alumni Association  
  • Morehouse College National Alumni Association  
  • South Atlanta Medical Association  

Samuel Williams, III's Practice location

Samuel Williams, III

1402 S. Carolina Avenue, zip -
Albany, GA 31705
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