Summary

With 46 years in internal medicine, Dr. Eddie Whitehead treats AC arthritis, osteoarthritis, and shoulder osteoarthritis, and performs breast cancer screening and arthrogram procedures. He is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital in Decatur, Georgia.

Dr. Whitehead earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine and completed his residency at McGaw Medical Center at Northwestern University. He sees patients in Decatur, Georgia, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Whitehead 4.21 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.2
  • 46 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mc Gaw Medical Center Northwestern University
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Eddie Lynwood Whitehead has 2 locations

Emory Decatur Hospital

2701 N Decatur RdDecatur, GA 30033

Dr. Eddie Lynwood Whitehead

4153 Flat Shoals Pkwy Bldg ADecatur, GA 30034

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Decatur , GAAtlanta , GAMarietta , GACumming , GA
Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of Med Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Eddie Lynwood Whitehead

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EyeMed
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Sonder Health Plans
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Eddie Lynwood Whitehead has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Eddie Lynwood Whitehead has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Eddie Lynwood Whitehead holds an active medical license in the state of Georgia.

Medical License

PositionStateYearStatus
Medical DoctorGeorgia2027Active

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mc Gaw Medical Center Northwestern University.

Medical School

Graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Whitehead's NPI number is 1669516795.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Eddie Whitehead's office located?
Dr. Eddie Whitehead's office is located at 2701 N Decatur Rd, Decatur, GA, 30033.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eddie Whitehead?
You can find contact information for Dr. Eddie Whitehead here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Eddie Whitehead accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Eddie Whitehead accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Eddie Whitehead accepting new patients?
Dr. Eddie Whitehead has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Eddie Whitehead affiliated with?
Dr. Eddie Whitehead is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital.

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