OptumMD
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OptumMD is praised for its professional, caring staff and the attentiveness of its physicians. Patients appreciate the practice's attention to detail and the priority they place on patient experience.
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About OptumMD
OptumMD, located in Buckhead, Atlanta, is a membership-based concierge and functional medicine practice committed to providing high-quality, personalized healthcare. Founded by Dr. Edward Espinosa and Dr. Valerie Pershad, with Dr. Diana Rodgers later joining, the practice focuses on delivering attentive and accessible care. OptumMD was named the Best Concierge Medical Practice in Atlanta by The Atlantan magazine in 2025. OptumMD combines concierge primary care with a functional medicine approach, focusing on identifying and treating the root causes of chronic conditions. They offer extended appointments, advanced diagnostic testing, and individualized care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. The practice emphasizes prevention, metabolic optimization, and personalized treatment plans to improve long-term health outcomes. Members of OptumMD receive thoughtful, comprehensive appointments, collaborative health planning, and direct 24/7 access to their physicians for urgent medical matters. They also have access to services such as cardiovascular risk assessment, functional medicine diagnostics, obesity medicine with GLP-1 therapies, hormone replacement, brain health screening, and full-body longevity imaging. Registered Dietitian Emily Razza provides Medical Nutrition Therapy and personalized nutrition plans. OptumMD donates 3% of all annual membership fees to a local charity, currently Bert's Big Adventure. OptumMD distinguishes itself by offering same-day or next-day appointments, minimal wait times, and after-hours access to physicians. The practice aims to provide a healthcare experience that is focused on quality, personalized care with timely appointments and longer visits.