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Jessica Foster, NP

Specialties

Internal Medicine
Nurse Practitioner

Education & Training

Master of Science in Nursing

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Jessica Foster, NP

Nurse Practitioner with Wellstar since 2009.

Specialties

Internal Medicine
Nurse Practitioner

Education & Training

Master of Science in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner with Wellstar since 2009
  • Member of the Wellstar Medical Group A friendly image of Jessica Foster Jessica Foster, NP
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  • Patient Reviews

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Expertise

Specialties

  • Internal Medicine
  • Nurse Practitioner

Education & Training

  • Kennesaw State University

Degree

  • Master of Science in Nursing

Certifications

  • Nurse Practitioners Certification Board

Languages spoken

  • English

Common Treatments, Conditions, and Procedures

  • Anemia
  • COPD
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Immunization
  • Men's Health
  • Stop Smoking

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating

4.9

Based on 296 patient ratings

Listened to me carefully
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends

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Patient Reviews

5

All the staff from front desk, to nurse taking my vitals, to PA Jessica Foster were very friendly, efficient and helped me in my care. So appreciate you all.

October 29, 2026

5

Dr. Foster is a wonderful PA. I would recommend her highly.

October 25, 2026

5

Jessica has been my provider for a long while and every experience/appt with her is wonderful. I recommend her to everyone I know that is looking for a provider that they can trust and who understands without judgement. She truly wants the best for her patients and delivers excellent care. Thank you Jessica!!!

October 24, 2026

5

My husband has later stage Alzheimer's. I came to his appointment with several issues and medical needs. She was very attentive and engaged. Addressed every issue and provided needed referrals. I left feeling relieved and encouraged. Precious feelings for a spouse/caregiver.

October 24, 2026

5

Visit was in a timely manner. Didn't have to wait long.

October 24, 2026

5

Jessica Foster NP is the best of the best. So professional and courteous and kind and attentive. Always. The staff is great.

October 23, 2026

5

Jessica and the entire staff were impressive! This was my first visit, and I instantly felt comfortable. The visit was not rushed, Jessica listened carefully to my concerns, and she put forth a plan moving forward. I will definitely recommend her and the practice to friends and family.

October 22, 2026

5

She was very personable.

October 18, 2026

5

Jessica listened and took time with me. She gave suggestions to make me feel better. I highly recommend her.

October 17, 2026

5

The staff and health professionals are EXCEPTIONAL! So glad they were recommended to me.

October 16, 2026

5

This was my first time seeing Jessica and she was very thorough and listened to me when I was there. I appreciate her taking her time to see me. This was my first time and I definitely will come back.

October 17, 2026

5

Jessica was very thorough. She is a good backup when i can't get to see my regular doctor.

October 10, 2026

5

What happened to the other medication that you was going to send to me just a curious question

October 5, 2026

5

Jessica Foster is great. My husband and I drive over a hour just to continue seeing her

October 2, 2026

5

Had another great office visit with Jessica. She is truly an asset to your practice! 10/10!!

October 1, 2026

5

Dr. Foster is absolutely wonderful. She listens to you, she discusses your problems with you, and she never leaves you hanging. So I'm very, very happy with her, and I'd be more than happy to recommend her.

September 16, 2026

5

I love Jessica Foster. She is kind, listens, and provides excellent care. I wouldn't go to anyone else.

September 14, 2026

5

Jessica Foster our NP is exceptional and a real asset to the healthcare community. She is kind, listens but gives great guidance and advice regarding my health concerns.

September 13, 2026

5

Great service NP Foster very knowledgeable and her MA Nayla super friendly!!!

September 13, 2026

5

OUTSTANDING!!!!

September 10, 2026

4

Dr. Jessica Foster, listened to my complaints and had an idea to a solution. This solution was much better than other ideas that was given to me for a cure. Most relaxing visit in a while.

September 7, 2026

5

We appreciated all that was involved in my care.

September 6, 2026

5

Pleasant front desk staff. On time care

September 5, 2026

5

Thay where caring and expanded everything the best way for me to understand

September 5, 2026

5

Jessica Foster, NP is an amazing provider. She's always helpful, professional, and knowledgeable.

August 30, 2026

5

Every time I have gone to this practice, I have felt valued and listened to, and they take their time to fully address any illnesses or problems I come in with, and they have also fully addressed anything they have noticed.

August 26, 2026

5

I changed over from another Wellstar and the welcome was excellent. Jessica Foster understands me and was very professional and ready to help. The nurse and front office were excellent.

August 22, 2026

5

I trust Jessica Foster always and I follow her wherever she goes. She is the best. Thank you.

August 23, 2026

5

I was able to get an appointment very quickly, everyone was pleasant.

August 22, 2026

5

Always feel heard

August 21, 2026

5

All the staff from front desk, to nurse taking my vitals, to PA Jessica Foster were very friendly, efficient and helped me in my care. So appreciate you all.

October 29, 2026

5

Dr. Foster is a wonderful PA. I would recommend her highly.

October 25, 2026

5

Jessica has been my provider for a long while and every experience/appt with her is wonderful. I recommend her to everyone I know that is looking for a provider that they can trust and who understands without judgement. She truly wants the best for her patients and delivers excellent care. Thank you Jessica!!!

October 24, 2026

5

My husband has later stage Alzheimer's. I came to his appointment with several issues and medical needs. She was very attentive and engaged. Addressed every issue and provided needed referrals. I left feeling relieved and encouraged. Precious feelings for a spouse/caregiver.

October 24, 2026

5

Visit was in a timely manner. Didn't have to wait long.

October 24, 2026

5

Jessica Foster NP is the best of the best. So professional and courteous and kind and attentive. Always. The staff is great.

October 23, 2026

5

Jessica and the entire staff were impressive! This was my first visit, and I instantly felt comfortable. The visit was not rushed, Jessica listened carefully to my concerns, and she put forth a plan moving forward. I will definitely recommend her and the practice to friends and family.

October 22, 2026

5

She was very personable.

October 18, 2026

5

Jessica listened and took time with me. She gave suggestions to make me feel better. I highly recommend her.

October 17, 2026

5

The staff and health professionals are EXCEPTIONAL! So glad they were recommended to me.

October 16, 2026

5

This was my first time seeing Jessica and she was very thorough and listened to me when I was there. I appreciate her taking her time to see me. This was my first time and I definitely will come back.

October 17, 2026

5

Jessica was very thorough. She is a good backup when i can't get to see my regular doctor.

October 10, 2026

5

What happened to the other medication that you was going to send to me just a curious question

October 5, 2026

5

Jessica Foster is great. My husband and I drive over a hour just to continue seeing her

October 2, 2026

5

Had another great office visit with Jessica. She is truly an asset to your practice! 10/10!!

October 1, 2026

5

Dr. Foster is absolutely wonderful. She listens to you, she discusses your problems with you, and she never leaves you hanging. So I'm very, very happy with her, and I'd be more than happy to recommend her.

September 16, 2026

5

I love Jessica Foster. She is kind, listens, and provides excellent care. I wouldn't go to anyone else.

September 14, 2026

5

Jessica Foster our NP is exceptional and a real asset to the healthcare community. She is kind, listens but gives great guidance and advice regarding my health concerns.

September 13, 2026

5

Great service NP Foster very knowledgeable and her MA Nayla super friendly!!!

September 13, 2026

5

OUTSTANDING!!!!

September 10, 2026

5

We appreciated all that was involved in my care.

September 6, 2026

5

Pleasant front desk staff. On time care

September 5, 2026

5

Thay where caring and expanded everything the best way for me to understand

September 5, 2026

5

Jessica Foster, NP is an amazing provider. She's always helpful, professional, and knowledgeable.

August 30, 2026

5

Every time I have gone to this practice, I have felt valued and listened to, and they take their time to fully address any illnesses or problems I come in with, and they have also fully addressed anything they have noticed.

August 26, 2026

5

I changed over from another Wellstar and the welcome was excellent. Jessica Foster understands me and was very professional and ready to help. The nurse and front office were excellent.

August 22, 2026

5

I trust Jessica Foster always and I follow her wherever she goes. She is the best. Thank you.

August 23, 2026

5

I was able to get an appointment very quickly, everyone was pleasant.

August 22, 2026

5

Always feel heard

August 21, 2026

4

Dr. Jessica Foster, listened to my complaints and had an idea to a solution. This solution was much better than other ideas that was given to me for a cure. Most relaxing visit in a while.

September 7, 2026

4

Dr. Jessica Foster, listened to my complaints and had an idea to a solution. This solution was much better than other ideas that was given to me for a cure. Most relaxing visit in a while.

September 7, 2026

5

All the staff from front desk, to nurse taking my vitals, to PA Jessica Foster were very friendly, efficient and helped me in my care. So appreciate you all.

October 29, 2026

5

Dr. Foster is a wonderful PA. I would recommend her highly.

October 25, 2026

5

Jessica has been my provider for a long while and every experience/appt with her is wonderful. I recommend her to everyone I know that is looking for a provider that they can trust and who understands without judgement. She truly wants the best for her patients and delivers excellent care. Thank you Jessica!!!

October 24, 2026

5

My husband has later stage Alzheimer's. I came to his appointment with several issues and medical needs. She was very attentive and engaged. Addressed every issue and provided needed referrals. I left feeling relieved and encouraged. Precious feelings for a spouse/caregiver.

October 24, 2026

5

Visit was in a timely manner. Didn't have to wait long.

October 24, 2026

5

Jessica Foster NP is the best of the best. So professional and courteous and kind and attentive. Always. The staff is great.

October 23, 2026

5

Jessica and the entire staff were impressive! This was my first visit, and I instantly felt comfortable. The visit was not rushed, Jessica listened carefully to my concerns, and she put forth a plan moving forward. I will definitely recommend her and the practice to friends and family.

October 22, 2026

5

She was very personable.

October 18, 2026

5

Jessica listened and took time with me. She gave suggestions to make me feel better. I highly recommend her.

October 17, 2026

5

The staff and health professionals are EXCEPTIONAL! So glad they were recommended to me.

October 16, 2026

5

This was my first time seeing Jessica and she was very thorough and listened to me when I was there. I appreciate her taking her time to see me. This was my first time and I definitely will come back.

October 17, 2026

5

Jessica was very thorough. She is a good backup when i can't get to see my regular doctor.

October 10, 2026

5

What happened to the other medication that you was going to send to me just a curious question

October 5, 2026

5

Jessica Foster is great. My husband and I drive over a hour just to continue seeing her

October 2, 2026

5

Had another great office visit with Jessica. She is truly an asset to your practice! 10/10!!

October 1, 2026

5

Dr. Foster is absolutely wonderful. She listens to you, she discusses your problems with you, and she never leaves you hanging. So I'm very, very happy with her, and I'd be more than happy to recommend her.

September 16, 2026

5

I love Jessica Foster. She is kind, listens, and provides excellent care. I wouldn't go to anyone else.

September 14, 2026

5

Jessica Foster our NP is exceptional and a real asset to the healthcare community. She is kind, listens but gives great guidance and advice regarding my health concerns.

September 13, 2026

5

Great service NP Foster very knowledgeable and her MA Nayla super friendly!!!

September 13, 2026

5

OUTSTANDING!!!!

September 10, 2026

5

We appreciated all that was involved in my care.

September 6, 2026

5

Pleasant front desk staff. On time care

September 5, 2026

5

Thay where caring and expanded everything the best way for me to understand

September 5, 2026

5

Jessica Foster, NP is an amazing provider. She's always helpful, professional, and knowledgeable.

August 30, 2026

5

Every time I have gone to this practice, I have felt valued and listened to, and they take their time to fully address any illnesses or problems I come in with, and they have also fully addressed anything they have noticed.

August 26, 2026

5

I changed over from another Wellstar and the welcome was excellent. Jessica Foster understands me and was very professional and ready to help. The nurse and front office were excellent.

August 22, 2026

5

I trust Jessica Foster always and I follow her wherever she goes. She is the best. Thank you.

August 23, 2026

5

I was able to get an appointment very quickly, everyone was pleasant.

August 22, 2026

5

Always feel heard

August 21, 2026

5

All the staff from front desk, to nurse taking my vitals, to PA Jessica Foster were very friendly, efficient and helped me in my care. So appreciate you all.

October 29, 2026

5

Dr. Foster is a wonderful PA. I would recommend her highly.

October 25, 2026

5

My husband has later stage Alzheimer's. I came to his appointment with several issues and medical needs. She was very attentive and engaged. Addressed every issue and provided needed referrals. I left feeling relieved and encouraged. Precious feelings for a spouse/caregiver.

October 24, 2026

5

Jessica has been my provider for a long while and every experience/appt with her is wonderful. I recommend her to everyone I know that is looking for a provider that they can trust and who understands without judgement. She truly wants the best for her patients and delivers excellent care. Thank you Jessica!!!

October 24, 2026

5

Visit was in a timely manner. Didn't have to wait long.

October 24, 2026

5

Jessica Foster NP is the best of the best. So professional and courteous and kind and attentive. Always. The staff is great.

October 23, 2026

5

Jessica and the entire staff were impressive! This was my first visit, and I instantly felt comfortable. The visit was not rushed, Jessica listened carefully to my concerns, and she put forth a plan moving forward. I will definitely recommend her and the practice to friends and family.

October 22, 2026

5

She was very personable.

October 18, 2026

5

Jessica listened and took time with me. She gave suggestions to make me feel better. I highly recommend her.

October 17, 2026

5

This was my first time seeing Jessica and she was very thorough and listened to me when I was there. I appreciate her taking her time to see me. This was my first time and I definitely will come back.

October 17, 2026

5

The staff and health professionals are EXCEPTIONAL! So glad they were recommended to me.

October 16, 2026

5

Jessica was very thorough. She is a good backup when i can't get to see my regular doctor.

October 10, 2026

5

What happened to the other medication that you was going to send to me just a curious question

October 5, 2026

5

Jessica Foster is great. My husband and I drive over a hour just to continue seeing her

October 2, 2026

5

Had another great office visit with Jessica. She is truly an asset to your practice! 10/10!!

October 1, 2026

5

Dr. Foster is absolutely wonderful. She listens to you, she discusses your problems with you, and she never leaves you hanging. So I'm very, very happy with her, and I'd be more than happy to recommend her.

September 16, 2026

5

I love Jessica Foster. She is kind, listens, and provides excellent care. I wouldn't go to anyone else.

September 14, 2026

5

Jessica Foster our NP is exceptional and a real asset to the healthcare community. She is kind, listens but gives great guidance and advice regarding my health concerns.

September 13, 2026

5

Great service NP Foster very knowledgeable and her MA Nayla super friendly!!!

September 13, 2026

5

OUTSTANDING!!!!

September 10, 2026

4

Dr. Jessica Foster, listened to my complaints and had an idea to a solution. This solution was much better than other ideas that was given to me for a cure. Most relaxing visit in a while.

September 7, 2026

5

We appreciated all that was involved in my care.

September 6, 2026

5

Pleasant front desk staff. On time care

September 5, 2026

5

Thay where caring and expanded everything the best way for me to understand

September 5, 2026

5

Jessica Foster, NP is an amazing provider. She's always helpful, professional, and knowledgeable.

August 30, 2026

5

Every time I have gone to this practice, I have felt valued and listened to, and they take their time to fully address any illnesses or problems I come in with, and they have also fully addressed anything they have noticed.

August 26, 2026

5

I trust Jessica Foster always and I follow her wherever she goes. She is the best. Thank you.

August 23, 2026

5

I was able to get an appointment very quickly, everyone was pleasant.

August 22, 2026

5

I changed over from another Wellstar and the welcome was excellent. Jessica Foster understands me and was very professional and ready to help. The nurse and front office were excellent.

August 22, 2026

5

Always feel heard

August 21, 2026

5

Always feel heard

August 21, 2026

5

I changed over from another Wellstar and the welcome was excellent. Jessica Foster understands me and was very professional and ready to help. The nurse and front office were excellent.

August 22, 2026

5

I was able to get an appointment very quickly, everyone was pleasant.

August 22, 2026

5

I trust Jessica Foster always and I follow her wherever she goes. She is the best. Thank you.

August 23, 2026

5

Every time I have gone to this practice, I have felt valued and listened to, and they take their time to fully address any illnesses or problems I come in with, and they have also fully addressed anything they have noticed.

August 26, 2026

5

Jessica Foster, NP is an amazing provider. She's always helpful, professional, and knowledgeable.

August 30, 2026

5

Thay where caring and expanded everything the best way for me to understand

September 5, 2026

5

Pleasant front desk staff. On time care

September 5, 2026

5

We appreciated all that was involved in my care.

September 6, 2026

4

Dr. Jessica Foster, listened to my complaints and had an idea to a solution. This solution was much better than other ideas that was given to me for a cure. Most relaxing visit in a while.

September 7, 2026

5

OUTSTANDING!!!!

September 10, 2026

5

Great service NP Foster very knowledgeable and her MA Nayla super friendly!!!

September 13, 2026

5

Jessica Foster our NP is exceptional and a real asset to the healthcare community. She is kind, listens but gives great guidance and advice regarding my health concerns.

September 13, 2026

5

I love Jessica Foster. She is kind, listens, and provides excellent care. I wouldn't go to anyone else.

September 14, 2026

5

Dr. Foster is absolutely wonderful. She listens to you, she discusses your problems with you, and she never leaves you hanging. So I'm very, very happy with her, and I'd be more than happy to recommend her.

September 16, 2026

5

Had another great office visit with Jessica. She is truly an asset to your practice! 10/10!!

October 1, 2026

5

Jessica Foster is great. My husband and I drive over a hour just to continue seeing her

October 2, 2026

5

What happened to the other medication that you was going to send to me just a curious question

October 5, 2026

5

Jessica was very thorough. She is a good backup when i can't get to see my regular doctor.

October 10, 2026

5

The staff and health professionals are EXCEPTIONAL! So glad they were recommended to me.

October 16, 2026

5

This was my first time seeing Jessica and she was very thorough and listened to me when I was there. I appreciate her taking her time to see me. This was my first time and I definitely will come back.

October 17, 2026

5

Jessica listened and took time with me. She gave suggestions to make me feel better. I highly recommend her.

October 17, 2026

5

She was very personable.

October 18, 2026

5

Jessica and the entire staff were impressive! This was my first visit, and I instantly felt comfortable. The visit was not rushed, Jessica listened carefully to my concerns, and she put forth a plan moving forward. I will definitely recommend her and the practice to friends and family.

October 22, 2026

5

Jessica Foster NP is the best of the best. So professional and courteous and kind and attentive. Always. The staff is great.

October 23, 2026

5

Visit was in a timely manner. Didn't have to wait long.

October 24, 2026

5

Jessica has been my provider for a long while and every experience/appt with her is wonderful. I recommend her to everyone I know that is looking for a provider that they can trust and who understands without judgement. She truly wants the best for her patients and delivers excellent care. Thank you Jessica!!!

October 24, 2026

5

My husband has later stage Alzheimer's. I came to his appointment with several issues and medical needs. She was very attentive and engaged. Addressed every issue and provided needed referrals. I left feeling relieved and encouraged. Precious feelings for a spouse/caregiver.

October 24, 2026

5

Dr. Foster is a wonderful PA. I would recommend her highly.

October 25, 2026

5

All the staff from front desk, to nurse taking my vitals, to PA Jessica Foster were very friendly, efficient and helped me in my care. So appreciate you all.

October 29, 2026

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Jessica Foster, NP Member of the Wellstar Medical Group
Nurse Practitioner with Wellstar since 2009
Rating
4.9
Specialties
Internal Medicine , Nurse Practitioner
Education
Master of Science in Nursing
Medical School
Kennesaw State University
Certifications
Nurse Practitioners Certification Board
Spoken Languages
English
Office Locations
https://www.wellstar.org/physicians/jessica-foster-np

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