Dr. Philip James Paustian, MD

Dr. Philip Paustian specializes in internal medicine and hospital medicine, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and completed his residency training through the Jacksonville Health Education Program. With 43 years of experience, Dr. Paustian has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex medical conditions requiring both outpatient and inpatient care.

Dr. Paustian practices at multiple locations including Emory Hillandale Hospital in Lithonia, Georgia, and Emory Decatur Hospital in Decatur, Georgia. He maintains affiliations with several respected medical centers across Georgia and Alabama, including DCH Regional Medical Center and Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle. His clinical focus includes treating various stages of kidney disease and chronic kidney conditions. Dr. Paustian regularly performs essential diagnostic tests …such as complete blood counts and kidney function assessments to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.