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Summary
Dr. Derek Backer specializes in internal medicine, focusing on the comprehensive care of adult patients. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and has been practicing for 15 years. His extensive experience allows him to manage a wide range of health conditions affecting adults.
Dr. Backer practices at several respected facilities, including Mission Hospital, Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, and Asheville Specialty Hospital. He commonly treats patients with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, helping them manage these conditions effectively. His practice locations span Augusta, Georgia, where he provides accessible care to the community.
Dr. Backer practices at several respected facilities, including Mission Hospital, Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center, and Asheville Specialty Hospital. He commonly treats patients with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, helping them manage these conditions effectively. His practice locations span Augusta, Georgia, where he provides accessible care to the community.
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Quick Facts
- 15 years of experience
- Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Derek Hayden Backer has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Derek Hayden Backer, MD | Eric Harker | Dr. Nizar Ali Tejani, MD | Imienreluefe Gregory Adodo, MD, MHS |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 15 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Augusta , GA | Lyons , CO | Stockbridge , GA | Marietta , GA |
| Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Jinnah Sindh Medical University | Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Derek Hayden Backer has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derek Hayden Backer has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
Dr. Derek Hayden Backer holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Georgia and Florida.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University in 2011.
NPI Number
Dr. Backer's NPI number is 1457646085.
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- Where is Dr. Derek Backer's office located?
- Dr. Derek Backer's office is located at 1120 15th St, Augusta, GA, 30912.
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