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Cobb Family Medicine has delivered care to patients in the same location from more than 30 years. We strive to develop strong relationships with our patients and seek to earn their trust. We have a family-centered approach to care by treating our patients like we would treat members of our own family. Our healthcare staff works as a team to meet the needs of our patients. One of our primary goals is to assure all questions are answered before the patient leaves our office. Our 100 percent customer satisfaction score reflects the high priority we place on taking time with our patients.
 
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Thomas Gearhard, MD

Primary Care Physician with Wellstar since 2005.

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Tung Nguyen, DO

Primary Care Physician with Wellstar since 2009.

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Erica Edwards, MD

Primary Care Physician with Wellstar since 2015.

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Kisa Huenink, NP

Nurse Practitioner with Wellstar since 2019.

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Thomas Gearhard, MD

Primary Care Physician with Wellstar since 2005.

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Family Medicine
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Tung Nguyen, DO

Primary Care Physician with Wellstar since 2009.

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Erica Edwards, MD

Primary Care Physician with Wellstar since 2015.

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Kisa Huenink, NP

Nurse Practitioner with Wellstar since 2019.

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Thomas Gearhard, MD

Primary Care Physician with Wellstar since 2005.

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Dr. Tom Gearhard received his bachelor’s degree from Florida State University and his medical degree from the University of Florida. Dr. Gearhard completed his residency with Phoenix Baptist Hospital Family practice.

He is board certified and currently is in practice with Wellstar Medical Group - Cobb Family Medicine. Dr. Gearhard currently serves on the Wellstar Board of Trustees. 

Tung Nguyen, DO

Primary Care Physician with Wellstar since 2009.

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Dr. Nguyen earned his medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Missouri and completed his family practice residency at Clinton Memorial Hospital. He is certified by the American Academy of Family Practice. Dr. Nguyen enjoys camping, hiking and volunteering at his church.
 

Erica Edwards, MD

Primary Care Physician with Wellstar since 2015.

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Dr. Erica Judge received her bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in chemistry from Bennett College in Greensboro, N.C. She received her medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tenn. Dr. Judge completed her family medicine residency at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Fla.

She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.

Dr. Judge currently is in practice with Wellstar Cobb Family Medicine.

Kisa Huenink, NP

Nurse Practitioner with Wellstar since 2019.

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Appointments and Cancellations
To schedule an appointment please call our appointment line: (770) 944-1830 and press 1.
 
Our phones are open between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For emergencies, between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., weekends and holidays press 9 for the answering service.
 
We have limited appointments beginning at 7:30 a.m.
 
If you would like to request a non-urgent appointment or cancel an appointment more than 2 business days in advance, we offer online appointment requests by clicking the link on this page. This is option is for current patients only. All new patients must call our office at 770-944-1830 and choose option 1 to schedule an appointment.
 
We require a 24 hour cancellation notice or there will be a $25 no show fee.
Directions
We are located approximately .5 miles from the Austell Road Cobb County Transit bus stop.
 
From I-75: Take Windy Hill Road exit (#260) and turn west toward Smyrna. Travel approximately 6 miles to Austell Road. Turn left on Austell Road. Continue for 3 miles and turn right on Mulkey Road right before Wellstar Cobb Hospital. We are located at 1790 Mulkey Road, #8.
 
From I-20: Take Thornton Road exit and turn right if coming from I-20 West and turn left if coming from I-20 East. Go approximately 2 miles and turn right at the red light for Maxham Road. Maxham road will then turn into Austell Road. Go to the red light just pass Wellstar Cobb Hospital and turn left onto Mulkey Road. We are at 1790 Mulkey Road, #8.
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Our physicians have privileges at Cobb Hospital. If you are admitted as an in-patient at any Wellstar Hospital, you will be seen by a Hospitalist physician who will communicate with your Primary Care Physician.
 
A Hospitalist is a physician who specializes in caring for patients in the hospital 24 hours a day. They are Board Certified Internal Medicine Physicians who will be responsible for your care from admission through discharge.
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Practice News
Dr. Tung Nguyen, Dr. Erica Judge, and Linda Cowart,Certified Nurse Practitioner are currently accepting new patients. Please call (770) 944-1830 to schedule your appointment.
Prescription Refills
We process all refills electronically thru your pharmacy. Please contact your pharmacy for any refills.
 
You must have been seen by a physician in our office within the last six months or at the discretion of the physician for refills.
 
We will not call in any narcotics on nights or weekends.
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