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Dr. Michael Cotton is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. With 28 years of clinical experience, Dr. Cotton brings extensive knowledge to caring for patients with complex medical conditions and those facing end-of-life care decisions.
Dr. Cotton practices at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, North Carolina. He treats patients with conditions such as pleural effusion, pneumothorax, and Achilles tendon injuries. His procedural expertise includes chest fluoroscopy, chest X-rays, and arthrogram imaging. Dr. Cotton's dual specialization allows him to provide both comprehensive internal medicine care and compassionate palliative support for patients and their families during challenging health journeys.
Dr. Cotton practices at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory, North Carolina. He treats patients with conditions such as pleural effusion, pneumothorax, and Achilles tendon injuries. His procedural expertise includes chest fluoroscopy, chest X-rays, and arthrogram imaging. Dr. Cotton's dual specialization allows him to provide both comprehensive internal medicine care and compassionate palliative support for patients and their families during challenging health journeys.
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Quick Facts
- 28 years of experience
- Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 28 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Hickory , NC | Lyons , CO | Hickory , NC | Hickory , NC |
| Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine | Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Alan Cotton has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Alan Cotton has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
28 Years Experience
Dr. Michael Alan Cotton 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 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine in 1998.
NPI Number
Dr. Cotton's NPI number is 1316943335.
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- Dr. Michael Alan Cotton's office is located at 420 N Center St, Hickory, NC, 28601.
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