886 Family Physicians Found in Columbia, MD

We found 886 Family Physicians available in Columbia, MD with an average 4 stars across 2,720 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 419 Family Physicians listed are accepting new patients and 327 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Nichola Antionette Patton, DNP, MSN, MBA, AGACNP-BC

Family Medicine
Spent time with me
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Sheridan, WY
"Nichola was incredible! Very helpful and accommodating, quick diagnosing and scheduling a follow up appointment. Excellent!" View Profile

Marili Lemus, PA-C

Family Medicine
3 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.5 mi
Marili Lemus, PAC is a board-certified Physician Assistant through the NCCPA. Marili’s special interests are mental health, preventative medicine, and neurology. View Profile

Christopher Carleo, MD

Emergency Medicine
Gave an accurate diagnosis
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
East Setauket, NY
"Dr Carleo's diagnosis and treatment of my infection was dead on accurate. Was thorough in his explanation which I appreciated because it was crazy busy in the ER." View Profile

Sharell J Thaxton, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatry
Flexible scheduling
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Macedonia, OH
"When I first started my sessions with Dr. Sharell I was in a very dark and confused place. I felt down and in a zombie state." View Profile

Dr. Sharon McCormack, MD

Internal Medicine
Spent time with me
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.5 mi
"Excellent Internist" View Profile

Emily Velasquez, PA-C

Family Medicine
4 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.5 mi
Emily Velasquez, PA-C, is a highly experienced Physican Assistant at First Medical Associates, providing a wide range of care for her patients. View Profile

Manchang Liu, PA-C

Family Medicine
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.5 mi
Dr. Manchang Liu, PA-C, is a board-certified Physician Associate with extensive clinical experience in internal medicine, nephrology, and family medicine in both international and U. View Profile

Philomena N Keli, MSN, FNP-BC

Family Medicine
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Silver Spring, MD
Dr. PHILOMENA KELI, MSN, FNP-BC is a BOARD CERTIFIED FAMILY NURSE PRACTITIONERI have been a Provider for three years, working with other doctors in the clinic to promote better patient outcome. View Profile

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Dr. Melanie P. Slack, MD

Family Medicine
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Forest Hill, MD
"Love Dr Slack" View Profile

Dr. James Otto, MD

Internal Medicine
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD1.5 mi
"I worked for him for over 25 years and he was the best diagnostician on the planet. I trusted him explicitly." View Profile

Dr. Deepak Arvind Shah, MD

Family Medicine
31 years exp
Columbia, MD
"Dr. Shah talks about various approaches to solving health issues and involves me. He appears is interested in my health." View Profile

Dr. Rajwinder Singh Deu, MD

Sports Medicine
25 years exp
Columbia, MD1.8 mi
"Dr Deu was very professional and knowledgeable in his assessment of my medical condition." View Profile

Dr. Warren Marc Ross, MD

Internal Medicine
55 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
"Always thorough.Answers questions when asked. Great beside manners. has helped me tremendously. i am doing so much better." View Profile

Dr. Kanthi Wickramaratne, MD

Family Medicine
45 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD0.1 mi
Dr. Kanthi Wickramaratne, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD, with other offices in Columbia, MD and Baltimore, MD. She has 45 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Sultana J Afrooz, DO

Family Medicine
24 years exp
COLUMBIA, MD2.9 mi
Dr. Sultana J Afrooz, DO is a health care provider primarily located in COLUMBIA, MD. She has 24 years of experience. Her specialties include Family Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Maria Borodatcheva, MD

Internal Medicine
Spent time with me
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.5 mi
"Great service" View Profile

Sharell J Thaxton, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Psychiatry
Gave an accurate diagnosis
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Macedonia, OH
"When I first started my sessions with Dr. Sharell I was in a very dark and confused place. I felt down and in a zombie state." View Profile

Dr. Ebenezer Kobina Quainoo, MD

Internal Medicine
30 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Baltimore, MD
"A good doctor. Be honest with him, he’ll be honest with you. He’s African so he is straightforward" View Profile

Dr. Ina Johanna Grundmann, MD

Family Medicine
24 years exp
COLUMBIA, MD1.9 mi
"Dr. Grundmann really takes time to understand my health concerns - thought out of the box & incouraged me to try alternative medicine to help." View Profile

Dr. David Milton Leichtling, MD

Family Medicine
44 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD1.8 mi
"Dr Leitchling has superior bedside manner with a genuine concern for the quality of patient care and you as an individual." View Profile

Dr. Proshat Nikou, MD

Family Medicine
19 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD1.2 mi
"Very helpful and always listen to what you have to say really appreciate her patience" View Profile

Dr. Betrand A. Ekenja, DNP, FNP-C

Family Medicine
Accepting New Patients
Lanham, MD
"Thank you Dr. for the care given. He took his time to listen to my concerns and address my fears. I left the consultation feeling better" View Profile

Dr. Sharon McCormack, MD

Internal Medicine
Gave an accurate diagnosis
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.5 mi
"Excellent Internist" View Profile

Dr. Joi Adria Johnson Weaver, MD

Family Medicine
24 years exp
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
"My husband Greg is a patient of Dr. Johnson-Weaver and he brags about her professionalism. He considers her the best of the best." View Profile

Dr. Petronella Taku Bell, DFAACAP, MD

Psychiatry
15 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Tallahassee, FL
"Dr. Mbu is an outstanding provider. She takes all the necessary time to create rapport with the patients and their parents. She is very meticulous about her work." View Profile

Dr. Pardeep Paul Dhanoa, DO

Internal Medicine
23 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD3.0 mi
"He is a great doctor. Would refer him to anyone great to get along." View Profile

Dr. Heather Fell Sateia, MD

Internal Medicine
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
"Dr. S is a talented physician and diagnostician with the ability to listen to the patient for clues to medical and emotional needs. She is both decisive and open to new ideas." View Profile

Dr. Joanne Marie Maher-Trapeni, DO

Diagnostic Radiology
34 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
Dr. Joanne Marie Maher-Trapeni, DO is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD, with other offices in Baltimore, MD and Baltimore, MD(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Vanessa Rodis Ruales, MD

Family Medicine
23 years exp
Columbia, MD
Dr. Vanessa Rodis Ruales, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD, with another office in Baltimore, MD. She has 23 years of experience. View Profile

Christopher Carleo, MD

Emergency Medicine
Had a good bedside manner
28 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
East Setauket, NY
"Dr Carleo's diagnosis and treatment of my infection was dead on accurate. Was thorough in his explanation which I appreciated because it was crazy busy in the ER." View Profile

Dr. Njideka Ekene Udochi, MD

Family Medicine
38 years exp
Accepting New Patients
COLUMBIA, MD0.1 mi
"I'm Vicky Sanchez, a long time patient of Dr Njideka Udochi. In my years as her patient, I've never had any reason to complain about her service. She is efficient and caring." View Profile

Dr. Mitchell Vincent Mathis, MD

Psychiatry
32 years exp
Accepting New Patients
COLUMBIA, MD1.2 mi
"Dr. Mathis is absolutely amazing. He is so warm and reassuring. He's available when you need him. He sees patients on time, and makes it very clear that he cares." View Profile

Dr. Gary A Milles, MD

Internal Medicine
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
"Dr. Milles has changed everything for me. Historically I would go to my primary care physician only when I was sick or not feeling well." View Profile

Dr. Natasha Agnes Sandy, MD

Dermatology
21 years exp
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
Dr. Natasha Agnes Sandy, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD, with another office in Columbia, MD. She has 21 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Mark Vincent Sivieri, MD

Family Medicine
26 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD1.7 mi
Dr. Mark Vincent Sivieri, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD, with another office in Columbia, MD. He has 26 years of experience. View Profile

Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC

Family Medicine
Flexible scheduling
8 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Orlando, FL
"That was the wrong doctor !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I absolutely apologize to you!" View Profile

Dr. Maria Munoz, MD

Internal Medicine
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.5 mi
Dr. Maria Munoz, a compassionate and dedicated Internist, is here to offer her expertise to help each patient with their health needs and questions. View Profile

Dr. Susan Brown Schoenfeld, MD

Family Medicine
23 years exp
Columbia, MD
"After working in a career with many physicians and specialist, it is evident that Dr. Schoenfeld has a broad knowledge of the medical practice and will refer you to a specialist if needed." View Profile

Dr. Jessica Edwards, DO

Family Medicine
12 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Austin, TX
"I found Dr Edwards through ZocDoc and I feel so much better even just talking with her." View Profile

Dr. Santhia A Mathew, MD

Family Medicine
20 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD1.9 mi
"I have been under the care of Dr. Santhia Matthew for approximately 9 years now." View Profile

Dr. Sarah Lynn Connor, DO

Family Medicine
18 years exp
Columbia, MD1.9 mi
"My visit was great. Doctor Connor is very thorough. She ordered test, explained things I was confused about. She didn't scold me for missing my last appointment." View Profile

Dr. Gregory Patrick Foti, MD

Family Medicine
22 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
"Dr Foti is very skilled and took great care of me; would highly suggest" View Profile

Dr. Hamid Ehsani, MD

Family Medicine
24 years exp
Columbia, MD1.7 mi
"He always has made me feel very important. He always asks how im doing and how my children are. He shows he cares. He is always ontop of all of my bloodwork and tests." View Profile

Dr. Tracy L Gutierrez, MD

Family Medicine
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD3.0 mi
Dr. Tracy L Gutierrez, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD. She has 25 years of experience. Her specialties include Family Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Jennifer D Rabenhorst, MD

Family Medicine
23 years exp
Columbia, MD1.2 mi
Dr. Jennifer D Rabenhorst, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD. She has 23 years of experience. Her specialties include Family Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Christine Anne Marino, MD

Family Medicine
47 years exp
Columbia, MD0.1 mi
"This is the first primary doctor since moving to Howard County 6 years ago, that I have been comfortable with. I like her very much." View Profile

Dr. Alkesh Dahyabhai Patel, MD

Family Medicine
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
COLUMBIA, MD1.5 mi

Dr. Iuliana Keta Selaru, MD

Internal Medicine
27 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD1.7 mi
Dr. Iuliana Keta Selaru, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD, with another office in Columbia, MD. She has 27 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Maryam Rostami

Family Medicine
26 years exp
Columbia, MD1.3 mi
Dr. Maryam Rostami is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD, with other offices in Carrollton, VA and Columbia, MD. She has 26 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Edith Vargo, MD

Family Medicine
34 years exp
Columbia, MD
Dr. Edith Vargo, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD. They have 34 years of experience. Their specialties include Family Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Varinder Kumar, MD

Family Medicine
13 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD1.9 mi
"Dr. Kumar is the Man ! He really knows his stuff and it shows. I feel better just knowing he has all my health concerns in focus." View Profile

Dr. Lawrence Robert Swink, MD

Family Medicine
52 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD1.8 mi
"I have been a patient of Dr. Swink for 25 years, and I think he is an excellent doctor. He is very knowledgeable and organized. Most importantly, he is kind and caring." View Profile

Dr. Nichola Antionette Patton, DNP, MSN, MBA, AGACNP-BC

Family Medicine
Spent time with me
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Virtual Visit available
Sheridan, WY
"Nichola was incredible! Very helpful and accommodating, quick diagnosing and scheduling a follow up appointment. Excellent!" View Profile

Dr. Carolyn Ann Wyatt, MD

Family Medicine
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
Dr. Carolyn Ann Wyatt, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD, with another office in Columbia, MD. She has 46 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Arman Janloo, MD

Family Medicine
20 years exp
COLUMBIA, MD1.9 mi
"I saw Dr. Janloo this morning in the ER. I was very impressed with his willingness to listen. Some Doctors don't. Time will tell if his regimen of medications will help my COPD." View Profile

Dr. Evgeny Ilych Tsimerinov, MD

Neurology
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD1.2 mi
"One of the best doctors and professionals, I have seen in my life. Maybe even best one. Exteremely good for working with elderly. warm and kind human being, detail oriented." View Profile

Ijeoma G. Ahaghotu, MSN, FNP, CRNP

Nurse Practitioner
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Bowie, MD
"Ijeoma Ahaghotu is very patient, knowledgeable and informative. I love her new space!" View Profile

Charlene Julien, MSPS, MSN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C

Nurse Practitioner
11 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Washington, DC
"I have seen a few different specialists in this field and no one has ever been as thorough or carefully detailed in their work." View Profile

Dr. Sally Owie Young, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC

Family Medicine
25 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Washington, DC
"She went above and beyond when I had Covid. Prescribed the medication and then delivered it to me and followed up on me the following day" View Profile

Dr. Vannessa Davis, DNP PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, ADHD-CCSP, CDMDTP

Psychiatry
Accepting New Patients
Salem, NH
"Dr. Davis is not only extremely knowledgeable in Mental health, She is very well rounded in all aspects in the medical field." View Profile

Dr. Safia Tasneem, MD

Family Medicine
23 years exp
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
"First off I wouldn't let a family doctor give me a pap smear, that's what GYN specializes in I recommend Dr. John Niles." View Profile

Dr. Maggie B Covington, MD

Family Medicine
40 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.0 mi
Dr. Maggie B Covington, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD. She has 40 years of experience. Her specialties include Family Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Veronica C Obodo-Eckblad, MD

Family Medicine
24 years exp
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
Dr. Veronica C Obodo-Eckblad, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD, with other offices in Columbia, MD and Silver Spring, MD(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. George Effah Osei, MD

Family Medicine
8 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD0.1 mi
Dr. George Effah Osei, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD. He has 8 years of experience. His specialties include Family Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Shawna Reshard, MD

Internal Medicine
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD0.1 mi
"Dr. R. has a real gift of relating in a genuine way with her patients. She is thorough and responsive, is the best I ever had" View Profile

Dr. Mikel Anne Hofmann, MD

Family Medicine
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
"She is an excellent doctor. Easy to talk with. She explains things thoroughly!! Has a genuine concern for your whole body health." View Profile

Dr. Nadu A Tuakli, MD

Family Medicine
46 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Columbia, MD1.9 mi
"I’ve been a patient with Dr. T for over 15 years. At this point, the only reason I would change is if she retired. When that happens, I will change to the doctor she suggest." View Profile

Dr. Howard Chaochong Yang, MD

Family Medicine
29 years exp
Columbia, MD2.1 mi
Dr. Howard Chaochong Yang, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Columbia, MD, with other offices in Belcamp, MD and Columbia, MD. He has 29 years of experience. View Profile

What is a Family Physician and How Can They Help You?

A family physician provides continuous, comprehensive healthcare for all family members regardless of age or medical condition. These primary care providers emphasize preventive medicine and manage patients within their family and community context.

Family physicians complete medical school followed by a three-year family medicine residency encompassing pediatrics, internal medicine, women's health, surgical principles, and behavioral health. Some pursue additional fellowship training in sports medicine or geriatric care.

A Family Medicine Doctor's practice encompasses:

  • Provides longitudinal care for individuals across the entire lifespan
  • Conducts preventive health visits, screening examinations, acute illness management, and chronic condition oversight
  • Addresses respiratory infections, metabolic disorders, mental health conditions, minor trauma, and prenatal services
  • Employs holistic care including pharmacotherapy, minor surgical procedures, counseling services, and care coordination
  • Alternative titles: family practitioner, primary care doctor, FP, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a Family Physician in Columbia who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Family Physicians in Columbia who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Family Physicians in Columbia who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Family Physicians providing telehealth services in Columbia. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Family Physicians in Columbia?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Family Physicians, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a Family Physician in Columbia?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Columbia. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Family Physicians in Columbia have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Columbia. This helps you find a Family Physician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Family Physicians in Columbia without calling?
Search for Family Physicians who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a Family Physician in Columbia with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Family Physicians in Columbia. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a Family Physician in Columbia?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Family Physician.
How can I locate a Family Physician in Columbia who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Family Physicians. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a Family Physician in Columbia who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Family Physicians practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Family Physicians who work there.

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