About
Andrey Popykin, MD, earned his Doctorate of Medicine with distinction from Kazakh National Medical University in Almaty, Kazakhstan in 1998. He completed his internship there before moving to Atlanta for residency training in internal medicine at Emory University School of Medicine, finishing in 2002. He holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains memberships in the American Medical Association and the American College of Physicians. Since 2010, he has served as an outpatient physician at Piedmont Clinic, where Piedmont Healthcare named him Doctor of the Year in 2020.
Dr. Popykin has spent over 20 years caring for patients across the greater Atlanta community. His clinical passions center on preventive medicine, cardiovascular health, diabetes, and lipid management. He speaks English and Russian fluently and holds intermediate proficiency in French. Outside medicine, he pursues hiking, cooking, travel, literature, world history, and languages. Patients consistently describe him as responsive, attentive, and genuinely invested in their wellbeing.
Education & Training
Medical School
Kazakh National Medical University, Almaty, Kazakhstan - Doctorate of Medicine, 1998, Graduated with Distinction
Residency
Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA - Internal Medicine, 1999-2002
Additional Training
Internship: Kazakh National Medical University, 1998-1999
Certifications
Languages
English, Russian, French (intermediate)
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Popykin right for?
Dr. Popykin is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship with a preventive focus. Patients managing cardiovascular risk, diabetes, or lipid disorders benefit from his clinical depth in those areas. He is also well-suited for Russian-speaking patients who prefer care in their native language. Adults who want comprehensive wellness planning and same-day access will find his practice a natural fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Popykin focuses on preventive medicine, cardiovascular health, diabetes, and lipid management. He also delivers comprehensive primary care as a board-certified internist. His clinical approach emphasizes early detection and long-term health planning.
Yes, Dr. Popykin holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at Emory University School of Medicine in 2002.
Dr. Popykin earned his medical degree from Kazakh National Medical University in Almaty, Kazakhstan, graduating with distinction in 1998. He completed his internship there before relocating to Atlanta. He then finished his internal medicine residency at Emory University School of Medicine in 2002.
Dr. Popykin has practiced in the Atlanta community since 1999, giving him over two decades of experience serving patients in the area. Since 2010, he has also served as an outpatient physician at Piedmont Clinic.
Yes, Piedmont Healthcare named Dr. Popykin Doctor of the Year in 2020. That recognition reflects his long-standing dedication to patient-centered care in the Atlanta community.
Yes, Dr. Popykin speaks both English and Russian fluently. He also holds intermediate proficiency in French. His multilingual background helps him serve a broader range of patients.
Dr. Popykin focuses on building strong, long-term relationships with his patients. He emphasizes preventive care and helps patients develop personalized wellness strategies. He also works with patients to manage chronic conditions and pursue long-term health goals.
Dr. Popykin maintains memberships in the American Medical Association and the American College of Physicians. These affiliations reflect his ongoing engagement with the broader internal medicine community.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026