About
Adrian C. Douglass, MD, FACP earned his Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1983, then his Doctorate of Medicine from the same institution in 1987. He completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. He holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and fellowship status in the American College of Physicians.
Dr. Douglass has practiced general internal medicine at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital for over two decades. He served as Chief of Service for the Department of Medicine from 2003 to 2008 and as Chairman of the Department of Medicine from 2008 to 2010. He joined Piedmont's Board of Directors in 2011 and has taught as a Clinical Methods Instructor at Emory University School of Medicine from 1996 to 2009. Atlanta Magazine named him an Internal Medicine Top Doctor in 2025, and Castle Connolly recognized him as a Top Doctor of Atlanta from 2022 through 2024. He served as a physician volunteer at the 1996 Olympic Village Medical Clinic. Patients describe him as attentive and deeply invested in their long-term health, with many maintaining care under him for ten to twenty-three years. He is passionate about chronic disease management, particularly type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and preventive care. Dr. Douglass appeared on CW Atlanta's Focus Atlanta in November 2021 to discuss the consequences of delaying medical care and strategies for maintaining good health.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC - Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry (1983)
Medical School
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC - Doctorate of Medicine (1987)
Residency
Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA - Internal Medicine Residency (1988-1989, 1991-1993)
Additional Training
Internship: Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA (1987-1988); Clinical Methods Instructor, Emory University School of Medicine (1996-2009)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Douglass right for?
Dr. Douglass is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a board-certified internist. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes or hypertension benefit from his focused, preventive approach. He works well with patients who want direct access to their physician, including after-hours phone contact. Those who value continuity and personalized annual wellness planning will find his practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Douglass focuses on chronic disease management, preventive care, and general internal medicine. He has particular expertise in type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and long-term wellness planning. His clinical work spans disease prevention and comprehensive management of complex chronic conditions.
Yes. Dr. Douglass holds board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also holds fellowship status in the American College of Physicians, reflected in the FACP designation after his name.
Dr. Douglass earned both his undergraduate degree and his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He then completed his internship and internal medicine residency at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta.
Dr. Douglass has held staff privileges at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital since 1995, giving him more than two decades of experience at that institution. He served in leadership roles there, including Chairman of the Department of Medicine and a seat on the Board of Directors.
Dr. Douglass sees every patient personally during office visits. The practice does not use nurse practitioners or physician assistants as substitutes for that direct time with him.
Yes. Members can reach Dr. Douglass by phone after hours and on weekends. This direct access is a core feature of the concierge model he practices through MDVIP.
Yes. Atlanta Magazine named Dr. Douglass an Internal Medicine Top Doctor in 2025. Castle Connolly recognized him as a Top Doctor of Atlanta from 2022 through 2024. He also served as a physician volunteer at the 1996 Olympic Village Medical Clinic.
Dr. Douglass centers his practice on disease prevention and early intervention. He uses comprehensive screenings and custom wellness planning to help patients stay ahead of potential health problems. His long-term patient relationships, some spanning over two decades, reflect his commitment to continuity and proactive care.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026