Here’s the complete doctor profile for Dr. Richard R. Maxa:

Name: Dr. Richard R. Maxa, MD

Specialty: Internal Medicine

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – Vanderbilt University School of Medicine; Residency in Internal Medicine – University of California (San Diego) Medical Center (1993–1996)

Affiliation(s): Emory Johns Creek Hospital; Northside Hospital Gwinnett; Maxa Internal Medicine Associates PC

Locations (City/State): Duluth, Georgia

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1144371386

About the Doctor

Dr. Richard R. Maxa is a board-certified internist and primary care physician with more than 20 years of clinical experience, practicing in Duluth, Georgia. He earned his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, one of the nation’s most prestigious medical institutions, and completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the University of California (San Diego) Medical Center (1993–1996), a nationally recognized academic medical center. He holds an active Georgia State Medical License valid through 2027 and operates his own private practice, Maxa Internal Medicine Associates PC, in Duluth.

Dr. Maxa is affiliated with two leading regional hospitals — Emory Johns Creek Hospital and Northside Hospital Gwinnett, ranked #11 in Georgia — ensuring his patients have access to top-tier hospital-based care when needed. His practice team includes family nurse practitioners and a physician assistant, enabling a collaborative, well-supported care environment. He subspecializes in General Internal Medicine with a strong focus on chronic disease management, particularly for conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and coronary artery disease. With a 4.2/5 overall patient rating and five patient awards including Makes Time For Patients, Listens Attentively, and Great Bedside Manner, Dr. Maxa is widely regarded as a thorough and caring physician. He is currently accepting new patients and accepts Medicaid.

Key highlights of Dr. Maxa’s practice:

• Over 20 years of internal medicine and primary care experience
• MD from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
• Residency at UC San Diego Medical Center
• Affiliated with two major Georgia hospitals including a top-11 ranked facility
• Five patient experience awards including Great Bedside Manner and Performs Thorough Exams
• Private practice with a multidisciplinary team of NPs and physician assistants
• Accepts Medicaid and major commercial insurance plans

Education & Training

• Medical School – Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine (MD)
• Residency – Internal Medicine, University of California (San Diego) Medical Center (1993–1996)
• Fellowship/Additional Training – Not listed

Medical Conditions Treated

• Chronic hypertension and high blood pressure
• Type 2 diabetes and blood sugar management
• High cholesterol and hyperlipidemia
• Coronary artery disease and cardiovascular risk management
• Bronchitis (acute and chronic)
• Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Thyroid disorders (hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism)
• Obesity and metabolic syndrome
• Anemia and blood disorders
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Urinary tract infections and common adult infections
• Anxiety and stress-related conditions
• Preventive health and general adult wellness management

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive adult physical examinations and wellness evaluations
• Chronic disease monitoring and medication management
• Blood pressure evaluation and hypertension management
• Diabetes management including glucose monitoring and insulin therapy
• Cholesterol screening and lipid management
• Cardiovascular risk assessment and coronary artery disease management
• Ordering and interpreting diagnostic labs and imaging studies
• Electrocardiogram (EKG) interpretation
• Pulmonary function testing referrals
• Immunizations and vaccinations
• Preventive health screenings (cancer, metabolic, cardiovascular)
• Specialist referrals and coordinated multi-disciplinary care

Services Offered

Dr. Maxa’s practice at Maxa Internal Medicine Associates PC delivers comprehensive adult internal medicine and primary care services to patients in the Duluth and greater Atlanta metropolitan area. His private practice model allows for a personalized, relationship-based approach to care that larger health systems often cannot replicate. Patients benefit from a consistent, familiar care team that includes family nurse practitioners and a physician assistant, enabling timely access to care and comprehensive support between physician visits.

Preventive care and early disease detection are foundational to Dr. Maxa’s practice. He provides annual wellness exams, comprehensive health risk assessments, and age-appropriate preventive screenings to help patients maintain optimal health and identify potential concerns before they develop into serious conditions. His proactive approach is especially valuable for patients with family histories of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or cancer, who benefit from structured screening and risk reduction strategies.

For patients managing chronic conditions, Dr. Maxa offers individualized long-term disease management programs tailored to each patient’s clinical profile, lifestyle, and health goals. His high treatment volumes in hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and coronary artery disease reflect both his clinical expertise and the deep trust his patients place in him for ongoing care. His dual hospital affiliations with Emory Johns Creek Hospital and Northside Hospital Gwinnett ensure seamless transitions between outpatient and inpatient care when more intensive treatment is required.

Summary of services offered:

• New patient consultations and comprehensive adult health evaluations
• Annual wellness exams and preventive health screenings
• Chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, coronary artery disease)
• Cardiovascular risk assessment and heart disease prevention
• Respiratory illness diagnosis and management (bronchitis, asthma, COPD)
• Immunizations and vaccination services
• Diagnostic lab and imaging interpretation
• Medication management and prescription services
• Thyroid and metabolic disorder management
• Weight management and lifestyle counseling
• Specialist referrals and hospital-based care coordination
• Collaborative care with on-site nurse practitioners and physician assistant

Accepted Insurance Plans

Please contact the office directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted.

Practice Locations

Location 1 – Primary Practice Practice Name: Maxa Internal Medicine Associates PC

Address: 3505 Duluth Park Ln, Building 4, Ste 400, Duluth, GA 30096

Phone: (678) 597-3180

Practice NPI: 1902957152

Hospital Affiliations