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Dr. David Fern, MD

General Surgery* Age 80
Dr. David Fern, MD
4.9 (36 Ratings)
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Dr. David Fern, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Decatur, GA.
Dr. David Fern, MD
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Dr. David Fern, MD

General Surgery* Age 80
Decatur, GA
Accepting new patients
53 years of experience
Dr. David Fern, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Decatur, GA.

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Dr. David Fern, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Decatur, GA and has 53 years experience. They graduated from Emory University. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital. At present, Dr. Fern received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 36 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Fern also speaks Spanish. Dr. Fern accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Low Wait Times

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Friendly Staff

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Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
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Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Intestinal Obstruction
Biopsy of Breast
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Lumpectomy
Mastectomy
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Abdominal Pain
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Aneurysm
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Aortic Aneurysm
Appendix Cancer
Ascites
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Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis of Aorta
Breast Diseases
Cancer
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Crohn's Disease
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Hemorrhoids
Hepatobiliary Cancer
Hernia
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Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Lymphedema
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Spider Veins
Stomach Diseases
Thrombosis
Thyroid Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Disease
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Venous Reflux
Ventral Hernia
Bladder Surgery
Botox® Injection
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colostomy
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparotomy
Laser Ablation
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Varicose Vein Procedure
Venous Sclerotherapy
Ventral Hernia Repair Open

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Superior Health Plan
  • Blue Open Access (Select Network)-GA POS
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  • Blue Choice HMO
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    2665 N Decatur Rd Ste 730, Decatur, GA 30033
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (404) 508-4320
    Monday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    09:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    09:00 - 12:00
    Saturday
    09:00 - 12:00
  2. 2 Office
    980 Johnson Ferry Rd Ste 430, Atlanta, GA 30342
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (404) 564-1940

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fern
4.9
Based on 36 Reviews
5 Stars (34)
4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (1)

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Dec 22, 2020
Excellent physician. Dr. Fern and Tyson did a great job on my varicose veins. I wish I had done it sooner. The constant itching is gone and my legs feel much lighter. Dr. Fern really cares about his patients.
Ben Anderson — Dec 22, 2020
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
General Surgery
Vascular Surgery
Phlebology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Emory University
    1971
Medical Education

Internship

Internship
  • Emory University School of Medicine
    1972
Internship
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Fern, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Fern's profile.

Dr. David Fern, MD is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Emory Decatur Hospital

    2701 N Decatur Rd, Decatur, GA