Dr. David J. Zelman, MD | Atlanta, GA | Internist

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With 50 years in internal medicine and rheumatology, Dr. David Zelman is affiliated with Grady Memorial Hospital. He completed his residency at Rhode Island Hospital and earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. He sees patients in Atlanta, Georgia.

Overview based on verified provider data

1.6

12 Ratings
50 years of experience
2 insurance plans accepted
Rhode Island Hospital
8 written reviews
2 specialties
9 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
5 office locations
Male

Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

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Dr. Zelman's Ratings and Reviews

1.6

12 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 17 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (0) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Had a good bedside manner: (0) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Spent time with me: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (0) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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He refuses to listen. He doesn't take your concerns seriously. I have been suffering with crippling back pain only for him to say in my visit summarization that I am a hypochondriac just because I can touch my toes. He didn't even have me get on the examination table. DO NOT see this man. He is evidently too lazy and arrogant to take the time to treat you with respect and dignity.

May 14th, 2020

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This man walks into the room stating that I didn't have Rheumatoid. Wanted to do more hood work. The nurse call back about 2 weeks to tell me that my RF factors was was VERY HIGH. I was diagnosed with Ra three yrs ago . I'm glad it was only a one time visit.

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December 3rd, 2019

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Total waste of my money and time. No Dr. to Patient connection other than fulfilling his job responsibilities.. Acknowledged that I had other issues but really didn’t recommend anything to address my arthritis other to stop taking the medication that his predecessor had prescribed, who has moved away. Said no return visit wasn’t necessary, so now I’m in search of a new Rheumatologist.

July 27th, 2019

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Total waste of my money and time. No Dr. to Patient connection other than fulfilling his job responsibilities.. Acknowledged that I had other issues but really didn’t recommend anything to address my arthritis other to stop taking the medication that his predecessor had prescribed, who has moved away. Said no return visit wasn’t necessary, so now I’m in search of a new Rheumatologist.

July 27th, 2019

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This Dr has no compassion and doesn't practice mercy. It's unsettling to have a Dr laugh at your pain. . He's using his authority as a weapon instead of a tool. God have mercy on this man. He needs to learn how to be a human being and treat people as same. Without a heart is w/out compassion

July 9th, 2019

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He said to me that I do NOT have lupus.The first I ever saw him. My previous Rheumotologist that left town confirmed it 2 years ago!! My God what is wrong with this guy.Tift Regional should reconsider this choice.

March 6th, 2019

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Took time to answer questions and willing to explore further options of care.

June 2nd, 2018

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I saw Dr. Zelman for persistent hip pain. He prescribed a pain medicine and said he thought the wallet in my back pocket is causing the pain!

Did Well

Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Provided follow-up after the visit

March 5th, 2013

Grady Memorial Hospital

80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr SeAtlanta, GA 30303

Tel: (404) 616-1994

Wvu Healthcare Ruby Memorial Hospital

1 Medical Center DrMorgantown, WV 26506

Tel: (304) 598-4122

Tift Regional Medical Center

901 18th St ETifton, GA 31794

Tel: (229) 353-7535

Kaiser Permanente

3650 Steve Reynolds BlvdDuluth, GA 30096

Tel: (404) 365-0966

Medical Center Powdersville Rheumatology

11402 Anderson Rd Ste AGreenville, SC 29611

Mon6:00 am - 10:00 pm

Tue6:00 am - 10:00 pm

Wed6:00 am - 10:00 pm

Thu6:00 am - 10:00 pm

Fri6:00 am - 10:00 pm

Sat10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Sun12:00 pm - 6:00 pm


Dr. David Julius Zelman, MD	Dr. Alex Rikhter, MD	Dr. Steven Lenhard, MD	Eric Harker
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
1.6 (12 Ratings)	4.8 (40 Ratings)	3.4 (25 Ratings)	4 (8 Ratings)
50 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience	33 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
	Speaks English, Russian	Speaks English	Speaks English
Atlanta , GA	Atlanta , GA	Atlanta , GA	Lyons , CO
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine	Med School: M Gorky Donetsk National Medical University Faculty Of General Medicine	Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Rhode Island Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Zelman's NPI number is 1366550337.

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Which hospitals is Dr. David Zelman affiliated with?: Dr. David Zelman is affiliated with Grady Memorial Hospital.
Does Dr. David Zelman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. David Zelman has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. David Zelman's office located?: Dr. David Zelman's office is located at 80 Jesse Hill Jr Dr Se, Atlanta, GA, 30303.

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