Primary Care

Need immediate walk-in care, visit SGMC Urgent Care.

Our growing primary care network serves residents in Lowndes, Lanier, Berrien, and beyond. Whether you are healthy or have health concerns, it’s never too early or too late to establish a relationship with one of SGMC’s primary care providers. It’s quick and easy to do and ensures you have access to consistent, quality healthcare. It also gives you access to the region’s most comprehensive specialty network. For the uninsured, Partnership Health Center provides low-cost primary and walk-in urgent care.

Preventive and wellness medicine
Health coaching
Physical exams, including annual sports, pre-employment, and more
Immunizations
Acute and chronic disease management (diabetes, hypertension, obesity, asthma, depression, etc)
Women's health
Minor emergencies
Counseling for weight management and smoking cessation

Vanessa Baker, FNP

Family Medicine

Richard Rickman, MD

Family Medicine

Mandy Lucas, MD

Family Medicine

Ben Hogan, MD

Dr. Johnson goes above and beyond for his patients and staff. He is very attentive to detail and listens to his patient's needs, he often works late hours and often calls his patient after hours because he truly cares.

Sonya F.

Dr. Vera has always been a very caring physician and always puts her patient's well-being above everything. She always makes her patients feel like family. She is an amazing physician.

Janet B.

Dr. Mandy Lucas is the most compassionate doctor I have ever had. She sits and listens and provides options. I couldn't ask for a better doctor!

Belinda L.

Dr. Harris and staff are really nice and helpful. They are genuinely concerned about your health. After every visit, they call me with test results and the doctor's recommendations. I like that a lot. It takes away all of the guessing.

Velma J.

Dr. Parker is wonderful. She really listens to your concerns and is willing to work with you on your health care plans and makes sure you understand everything. Her staff is top-notch as well.

Lynn H.

I just changed to SGMC Valdosta Medical Clinic and had my first appointment. They got me in remarkably fast for my annual wellness visit. I was still checking in at the front desk when the nurse was calling me back. I waited less than 5 min for Dr. Courson to come into the room. He was very thorough and helpful, making necessary referrals and follow-up appointments. Everybody in the clinic, from the front desk to checking out, smiled and greeted me. A great all-around experience!

Jill S.

Dr. Rickman and his staff do a wonderful job of being thorough, friendly, and caring. The wait time is never long, smiles are everything, and the atmosphere is always so warm!

Vanessa T.

What is a primary care provider?

Why do I need a primary care provider?

What's the difference between a family medicine and internal medicine physician?

How do I choose a primary care provider?

There are a number of factors to consider when selecting your primary care physician. Get opinions from people you trust such as family, friends, and co-workers. Check your health insurance plan to find out what physicians are in-network. Consider your own preferences for office location, office hours, and ease of scheduling.

Most importantly, your primary care physician should be someone you trust – someone who listens to you and makes you feel comfortable when talking about your health issues."

How often should I have an appointment with my provider?

Where can I go if my primary care provider is not available (i.e. after hours or on the weekend)?

What if I don't have health insurance?

SGMC Primary Care Providing Increased Access to Primary Care

Our Services

Primary Care Providers

Hahira

SGMC Family Medicine - Hahira

Vera Garcia, MD

Alberto Garcia, MD

Lakeland

Lake Park

SGMC Family Medicine - Lake Park

Vanessa Baker, FNP

Nashville

SGMC Family Medicine - McPherson & SGMC Family Medicine - Nashville

William Nash, MD

Leigh Hendley, NP

Valdosta

SGMC Primary Care – Kings Way

Dennis Thomas, MD

Reanne Harris, DO

SGMC Family Medicine – Oak Street

Richard Rickman, MD

SGMC Primary Care – Connell

Madison Hill, DO

Erin Parker, DO

Allison Rupp, DO

William Courson, DO

Alexander Gardner, DO

Omid Hassanpour, MD

Varoon Kakiaya, MD

Akshay Patel, DO

SGMC Primary Care – Greystone

Mandy Lucas, MD

SGMC Valdosta Medical Clinic

Jarod Bailey, DO

Timothy Brady, MD

Seth Courson, DO

Thomas Hobby, DO

Anthony Johnson, MD

Hernando Moreno, MD

Lance Underwood, MD

Austin Sorchik, DO

Nathan Roberson, NP

SGMC Family & Sports Medicine

Ben Hogan, MD

SGMC Internal Medicine – Park Avenue

Frequently Asked Questions