Summary

Dr. Garland Hughes specializes in internal medicine and hospital medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients with complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Dallas County Hospital Parkland Memorial. With 36 years of medical experience, Dr. Hughes has developed expertise in managing critically ill hospitalized patients. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Hughes practices at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, North Carolina. His clinical focus includes treating patients with advanced chronic kidney disease and serious infections like sepsis. He also provides care for complex trauma cases, including pelvic fractures that require specialized hospital-based treatment. When appropriate, Dr. Hughes performs therapeutic hypothermia procedures to help protect patients' organs during critical medical situations. Patients have rated him 4.5 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and skilled care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 36 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Dallas Co Hp Parkland Memorial
  • 8 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Catawba Valley Medical Center

810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602

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36 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English Speaks English
Hickory , NCMesquite , TXLyons , COHickory , NC
Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Garland Lynn Hughes

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Garland Lynn Hughes has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Garland Lynn Hughes has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Other
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Dallas Co Hp Parkland Memorial.

Medical School

Graduated from Indiana University School Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Hughes' NPI number is 1144286964.

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Dr. Garland Hughes's office is located at 810 Fairgrove Church Rd, Hickory, NC, 28602.

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