About
Dr. Alice J. Reed has practiced internal medicine in the Jacksonville Beach area for over 26 years. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the University of Georgia in 1982. She completed post-baccalaureate work in Microbiology at Georgia State University before earning her Doctorate of Medicine from the Medical School of Georgia in 1988. Her Internal Medicine residency took place at the University of Florida Health Science Center in Jacksonville, where she trained from 1988 to 1991. She holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains active membership in the American College of Physicians Association, the Florida Medical Association, and the Duval County Medical Society.
Dr. Reed believes that communication and prevention form the foundation of effective medical care. Over her career, she has developed a deep passion for preventive medicine, nutrition, and weight loss. She has seen firsthand the positive effects of preventive care on blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes. Her long-standing consultant relationships throughout the Jacksonville Beach area allow her to coordinate specialist care smoothly. She is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville-Beaches and holds honors including Jacksonville Top Doctor in 2002, 2013, and 2014, and Beaches Favorite in 2007 and 2016.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Georgia, Athens, GA - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology 1982; Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA - Post Baccalaureate, Microbiology 1983
Medical School
Medical School of Georgia, Augusta, GA - Doctorate of Medicine 1988
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Florida Health Science Center, Jacksonville, FL 1988-1991
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Reed right for?
Dr. Reed is an excellent fit for adults seeking a prevention-focused approach to primary care. Patients managing hypertension, high cholesterol, or type 2 diabetes benefit directly from her clinical focus. She works well with adults who want a physician deeply engaged in nutrition and weight management. Patients who value direct, after-hours access to their doctor will feel at home in her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Reed focuses on internal medicine and preventive care. She has extensive clinical experience managing hypertension, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes. She also emphasizes nutrition and weight loss as tools for improving long-term health outcomes.
Dr. Reed believes communication and prevention are the two most important elements of a healthy doctor-patient relationship. She focuses on educating patients and acting as a proactive advocate for their health. Her approach prioritizes catching and addressing health issues before they progress.
Yes. Dr. Reed holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She earned her medical degree from the Medical School of Georgia and completed her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Florida Health Science Center in Jacksonville.
Dr. Reed has practiced internal medicine in the Jacksonville Beach area for over 26 years. She built long-standing relationships with local consultants during that time, which strengthens her ability to coordinate specialist care for her patients.
Yes. Dr. Reed sees every patient personally at each office visit. Patients do not see a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in her place.
Yes. Dr. Reed is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. This direct access is one of the core benefits of her MDVIP-affiliated practice.
Yes. Dr. Reed has cultivated long-standing relationships with consultants throughout the Jacksonville Beach area. Those relationships allow her to connect patients with the right specialists efficiently. MDVIP also provides access to Medical Centers of Excellence for patients who need specialized care beyond what is available locally.
Dr. Reed holds active memberships in the American College of Physicians Association, the Florida Medical Association, and the Duval County Medical Society. She is also affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville-Beaches.
Yes. Dr. Reed has earned several local honors. She received the Jacksonville Top Doctor award in 2002, 2013, and 2014. She also earned the Beaches Favorite recognition in 2007 and 2016.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026