Summary

Dr. Lydia Cater is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 29 years of experience to patient care. She earned her medical degree from South-Ural State Medical University and completed her residency training at Wake Forest University. Her extensive background in both internal medicine and hospital medicine allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients during their hospital stays.

Dr. Cater is affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and practices in Winston Salem, North Carolina. She has expertise in treating conditions such as lung nodules and heart conditions in athletes. Her procedural skills include chest imaging studies and CT scans to help diagnose and monitor various medical conditions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 29 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • Wake Forest University
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

3333 Silas Creek PkwyWinston Salem, NC 27103

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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29 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Winston Salem , NCHigh Point , NCHigh Point , NCLyons , CO
Med School: South-Ural State Medical University Med School: Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science & Technology School Of Medical Sciences Med School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lydia Turlykina Cater

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lydia Turlykina Cater has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lydia Turlykina Cater has the following 8 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Lydia Turlykina Cater holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wake Forest University.

Medical School

Graduated from South-Ural State Medical University in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Cater's NPI number is 1366678252.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Lydia Cater affiliated with?
Dr. Lydia Cater is affiliated with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

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