Dr. Richard Kauffman M.D.
Internist
3200 Downwood Cir NW #200 Atlanta Georgia, 30327About
Dr. Richard Kauffman is an internist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Kauffman has been a consultant on HIV in Southeast Asia, Africa and the Caribbean. He specializes in the medical treatment of diseases of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Kauffman provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Ga Sch of Med, Augusta Ga 1976
Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University 1976
Provider Details
Dr. Richard Kauffman M.D.'s Expert Contributions
How does metformin help treat PCOD?
Metformin can reduce insulin levels in women with PCOS and may also decrease androgen levels. READ MORE
Is there any remedy or treatment for diabetic neuropathy?
Gabapentin can be helpful in decreasing the pain of diabetic neuropathy. More importantly, lifestyle changes to decrease glucose levels such as diet, exercise and maintaining a BMI between 25-28. READ MORE
Can adults get croup?
It is very uncommon for anyone over the age of six to get croup. It is most common in children ages 6 months to 3 years. Boys are affected more than girls. READ MORE
Is pleural effusion a dangerous condition?
It depends on what caused her pleural effusion. 25% of effusions remain undiagnosed as to their cause. There are medicines that can cause a lupus-like condition that can result in an effusion. Your mother’s physician will look for the cause of the effusion. READ MORE
When to go in?
Definitely you need to see a physician, sooner better than later. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor of Medicine - Malawi Venture Mercer School of Medicine 2013 - 2013
- FAA Aeromedical Examiner Atlanta, GA 1986 - 2009
Awards
- Service Award for Professional Service 2004 Rotary Centennial
Treatments
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Professional Memberships
- American Medical Association
- Southern medical association
- Southeastern Board of the Academy of HIV Medicine
- Board Member ICEHA - International Center for Equal Healthcare Access
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Yearly medical missions to underdeveloped areas of the world.
Internships
- Medical College of Georgia
Professional Society Memberships
- American Medical Association, Southern Medical Association, Medical Association of Georgia
What do you attribute your success to?
- His international travels and services have instilled in him a dedication to provide teaching and care in underserved areas of the world.
Philanthropic Initiatives
- Volunteer work in Haiti, Cambodia and Vietnam; Malawi outreach programs
Hobbies / Sports
- Traveling, Volunteer Work in Haiti, Cambodia and Vietnam
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of the American Medical Association, New England Journal of Medicine, MEDLINE
Areas of research
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