Dr. Philip James Paustian, MD

Dr. Philip Paustian is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing over four decades of clinical experience 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 in practice, Dr. Paustian has developed extensive expertise in managing complex medical conditions requiring inpatient care.

Dr. Paustian practices at multiple hospital locations, including Emory Hillandale Hospital in Lithonia, Georgia, and Emory Decatur Hospital in Decatur, Georgia. He focuses on treating patients with kidney disease, including advanced chronic kidney disease. His clinical work involves ordering and interpreting important diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and kidney function studies. Dr. Paustian is affiliated with several healthcare systems across Georgia and Alabama, allowing him …to provide comprehensive hospital-based care to patients in multiple communities.