Primary Care & Family Medicine Services in Suwanee, GA
At Suwanee Family Physicians, we provide comprehensive primary care for children, adults and families in Suwanee and the surrounding North Atlanta communities. From routine physicals and preventive care to same-day sick visits and ongoing management of chronic health conditions, our goal is to provide personalized medical care through every stage of life.
Led by Dr. John Shih, Suwanee Family Physicians combines the personal attention of a local family medicine practice with a broad range of primary care services. Whether you need an annual exam, help managing diabetes or a thyroid condition, medical weight management, women’s health care, a child’s wellness visit, or a specialized FAA or DOT medical exam, our team is here to help.
Primary Care & Family Medicine
Having a primary care physician who knows your health history can make it easier to manage both everyday health concerns and long-term medical needs.
Our primary care and family medicine services include preventive care, routine health screenings, physical exams, treatment of common illnesses, chronic disease management and ongoing care for patients at different stages of life.
Primary Care
We provide comprehensive primary care focused on preventing illness, identifying health concerns early and helping patients manage their health over time.
Our primary care services include routine checkups, health screenings, medication management, preventive care and evaluation and treatment of common medical concerns.
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Same-Day Appointments
Some medical problems shouldn’t have to wait several days for an appointment.
Suwanee Family Physicians offers same-day appointments when available for established and new patients who need prompt evaluation of illnesses and other non-emergency medical concerns.
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Acute Illness & Infection Care
Colds, flu, infections and other sudden illnesses can disrupt your day quickly. Our team evaluates and treats many common acute illnesses and symptoms, including:
- Acute infections
- Colds and respiratory illnesses
- Flu
- COVID-19
- Sinus infections
- Sore throats
- Headaches
- Urinary tract infections
- Other common illnesses
For severe symptoms or a medical emergency, patients should seek emergency medical care.
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Physical Exams & Preventive Care
Regular physical exams give you and your physician an opportunity to assess your overall health, discuss changes or concerns, review medications and identify health risks before they become larger problems.
Depending on your age, medical history and individual risk factors, preventive care may include recommended screenings, blood work, immunizations and discussions about nutrition, exercise, sleep and other factors affecting your health.
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Lab & Blood Work
Laboratory testing can play an important role in preventive care, diagnosis and ongoing monitoring of medical conditions.
Suwanee Family Physicians can order and coordinate appropriate laboratory testing based on your individual health needs, including blood work used to evaluate cholesterol, blood sugar, thyroid function and other important health indicators.
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Immunizations & Vaccines
Vaccinations are an important part of preventive health care for children and adults. Our team can review your immunization history and help determine which vaccinations may be appropriate based on your age, medical history and current recommendations.
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Chronic Disease & Metabolic Care
Chronic health conditions often require more than a single office visit. Effective management involves regular monitoring, appropriate testing, medication management when needed and an ongoing relationship with a physician who understands your health history.
Suwanee Family Physicians provides ongoing care for a range of chronic and metabolic health concerns.
Diabetes Management
Diabetes management is highly individualized. We work with patients to monitor blood sugar, review laboratory results, manage medications when appropriate and address other health factors that can affect long-term outcomes.
Care may also include monitoring related risks such as cholesterol, blood pressure, weight and cardiovascular health.
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Prediabetes Management
Prediabetes is an important opportunity to address elevated blood sugar before it progresses to Type 2 diabetes.
We help patients understand their blood sugar and A1C results and develop an appropriate plan that may include nutrition, physical activity, weight management, ongoing laboratory monitoring and other medical recommendations based on the patient’s individual circumstances.
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Cholesterol & Triglyceride Management
High cholesterol and triglyceride levels can increase cardiovascular risk, particularly when combined with other factors such as diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity or family history.
Our team evaluates lipid levels in the context of your overall health and works with you to develop an appropriate management plan.
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Metabolic Syndrome & Metabolic Health
Metabolic health involves several interconnected factors, including blood sugar, cholesterol and triglycerides, blood pressure and body weight.
Patients with multiple metabolic risk factors may benefit from a more comprehensive approach rather than treating each number in isolation.
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Thyroid & Hormone Care
Thyroid and hormonal changes can affect many aspects of health, including energy, metabolism, weight, mood and overall well-being.
Suwanee Family Physicians evaluates and manages common thyroid and hormone-related concerns within the scope of comprehensive primary care.
Thyroid Care
The thyroid gland plays an important role in regulating metabolism and many other body functions. Thyroid disorders can sometimes produce symptoms such as fatigue, weight changes, temperature sensitivity, changes in heart rate and other health concerns.
Our thyroid care may include evaluation, appropriate thyroid laboratory testing and ongoing management of conditions such as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Abnormal thyroid test results
- Ongoing thyroid medication management
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Hormone Management
Hormonal changes can affect health differently throughout life. Our physicians can evaluate symptoms, medical history and appropriate laboratory findings to determine whether additional evaluation or treatment may be appropriate.
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Women’s Health & Primary Care
Women’s health needs change throughout adulthood. Suwanee Family Physicians provides primary and preventive health care for women, including routine screenings and management of a number of common women’s health concerns.
Well-Woman Exams
Regular well-woman visits provide an opportunity to discuss preventive health, screenings and changes in your health.
Depending on age, medical history and individual needs, a visit may include appropriate preventive screenings, Pap testing, medication review and discussion of menstrual, reproductive, menopausal or other health concerns.
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Menopause Care
The transition through menopause can bring changes in sleep, mood, metabolism, weight and other aspects of health.
We help women evaluate symptoms and understand appropriate options for managing health during perimenopause, menopause and beyond.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovary syndrome can affect menstrual cycles, hormone levels, weight, insulin resistance and metabolic health.
Because PCOS can involve several interconnected health concerns, primary care can play an important role in monitoring overall health and coordinating appropriate treatment.
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Pediatric & Adolescent Care
Suwanee Family Physicians provides primary care for children age 2 and older, allowing families to receive care for children and adults within the same practice.
Our pediatric and adolescent services include preventive care, evaluation of common illnesses, physical exams and age-appropriate health guidance.
Well-Child Visits
Regular well-child visits help monitor a child’s health and development over time.
Depending on the child’s age, visits may include growth and developmental monitoring, preventive screenings, immunization review and conversations about nutrition, activity, sleep and other age-appropriate health concerns.
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Sports Physicals
Sports physicals help determine whether a child or adolescent can safely participate in athletic activities and provide an opportunity to identify health concerns that could affect participation.
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Medical Weight Management
Weight management is a medical issue that can affect blood sugar, cardiovascular health, mobility, sleep, metabolic health and overall quality of life.
Suwanee Family Physicians provides physician-supervised medical weight management led by Dr. John Shih, who is board certified in Obesity Medicine as well as Family Medicine.
Our approach looks beyond the number on the scale to consider the patient’s overall health, medical history, metabolic risk factors and individual goals.
Treatment recommendations vary by patient and may include nutrition and lifestyle strategies, medical monitoring and prescription weight-management medications when medically appropriate.
GLP-1 Weight Loss Treatment
For appropriate patients, medical weight management may include GLP-1-based medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide. These medications are not appropriate for everyone, which is why treatment should begin with an individualized medical evaluation.
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Specialized Medical Exams
In addition to comprehensive family medicine and primary care, Suwanee Family Physicians provides specialized examinations for pilots and commercial drivers.
FAA Medical Exams
Dr. John Shih is an FAA Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) and provides aviation medical examinations for pilots seeking FAA medical certification.
FAA medical exams have requirements that differ from routine physical examinations. Pilots should arrive prepared with the appropriate information and documentation required for their examination.
Our aviation medical services include appropriate vision assessment and computerized color vision testing when applicable.
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DOT Physical Exams
Suwanee Family Physicians provides DOT physical examinations for commercial drivers who need to meet federal medical requirements for commercial vehicle operation.
A DOT physical evaluates specific areas of health and determines whether the driver meets applicable medical certification requirements.
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A Local Primary Care Practice Serving Local Families
Suwanee Family Physicians has served patients in the Suwanee community for more than 25 years.
We believe primary care works best when your physician understands more than the problem that brought you into the office today. Building a long-term relationship with your primary care provider creates context — your medical history, medications, family history, previous test results, health risks and goals can all help guide better decisions about your care.
That continuity is especially valuable for patients managing multiple health concerns such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, high cholesterol, metabolic conditions or weight.
Whether you’re looking for a primary care doctor, need a same-day sick appointment, are managing a chronic condition, or simply want to stay on top of your health, Suwanee Family Physicians is here to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What services does Suwanee Family Physicians provide?
Suwanee Family Physicians provides comprehensive primary and family medicine services, including physical exams, preventive care, same-day sick visits, chronic disease management, diabetes and prediabetes care, thyroid care, women’s health, pediatric care for children age 2 and older, medical weight management, lab testing, immunizations, FAA medical exams and DOT physicals.
Does Suwanee Family Physicians offer same-day appointments?
Same-day appointments may be available for patients who need evaluation of an illness or other non-emergency medical concern. Contact the office for current appointment availability.
Does Suwanee Family Physicians treat children?
Yes. Suwanee Family Physicians provides primary care for children age 2 and older, including well-child visits, sick visits, physicals and preventive care.
Does Suwanee Family Physicians provide medical weight loss?
Yes. Suwanee Family Physicians provides physician-supervised medical weight management. Dr. John Shih is board certified in Obesity Medicine and Family Medicine. Treatment is individualized and may include lifestyle recommendations and prescription weight-management medications such as GLP-1-based medications when medically appropriate.
Does Suwanee Family Physicians treat thyroid conditions?
Suwanee Family Physicians evaluates and manages common thyroid conditions within primary care, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism and abnormal thyroid test results.
Does Suwanee Family Physicians offer FAA medical exams?
Yes. Dr. John Shih is an FAA Aviation Medical Examiner and provides FAA medical examinations for pilots seeking appropriate medical certification.
Does Suwanee Family Physicians provide DOT physicals?
Yes. Suwanee Family Physicians provides DOT physical examinations for commercial drivers who need medical certification.
Where is Suwanee Family Physicians located?
Suwanee Family Physicians is located in Suwanee, Georgia, and provides primary care for patients from Suwanee and surrounding communities.