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Summary
Dr. Derek Heldzinger is a family medicine physician with expertise in dermatology who has been practicing for nearly four decades. He earned his medical degree from the University of Stellenbosch Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Heldzinger provides care in both English and Spanish to serve diverse patient communities.
Dr. Heldzinger practices at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia, and maintains affiliations with Wellstar Cobb Hospital, Wellstar Paulding Hospital, and Commonspirit Memorial Hospital North Georgia. He treats common conditions such as sinus infections and upper respiratory illnesses. His practice also includes influenza testing, COVID-19 screening, and administering autoinjector treatments for patients who need them.
Dr. Heldzinger practices at Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia, and maintains affiliations with Wellstar Cobb Hospital, Wellstar Paulding Hospital, and Commonspirit Memorial Hospital North Georgia. He treats common conditions such as sinus infections and upper respiratory illnesses. His practice also includes influenza testing, COVID-19 screening, and administering autoinjector treatments for patients who need them.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 39 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Stellenbosch Faculty Of Medicine And Health Sciences
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Derek Heldzinger has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Derek Heldzinger, MD | Dr. Sathish Karmegam, MD | Shanekwah Melville, DNP, APRN, FNP-C | Clarissa Smith, APRN, PMHNP, FNP |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 39 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Dalton , GA | Denton , TX | Houston , TX | Atlanta , GA |
| Med School: University Of Stellenbosch Faculty Of Medicine And Health Sciences | Med School: Stanley Medical College | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derek Heldzinger
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Derek Heldzinger has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derek Heldzinger has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
Dr. Derek Heldzinger holds an expired medical license in the state of Georgia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Stellenbosch Faculty Of Medicine And Health Sciences in 1987.
NPI Number
Dr. Heldzinger's NPI number is 1336442037.
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- Where is Dr. Derek Heldzinger's office located?
- Dr. Derek Heldzinger's office is located at 1200 Memorial Dr, Dalton, GA, 30720.
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