About
Dr. Edward Espinosa is a board-certified internal medicine physician and co-founder of the concierge practice OptumMD in Buckhead, Atlanta. With more than two decades of clinical and hospital medicine experience, he focuses on proactive and preventive healthcare through a concierge model that allows more time with patients and personalized treatment plans. His clinical approach emphasizes early detection of disease, long-term wellness, and management of chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hypertension.
Dr. Espinosa earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed an internal medicine residency at the Alton Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans. He also holds a Master of Public Health in epidemiology from Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. In his practice, he works closely with specialists throughout the Atlanta medical community and focuses on disease prevention, longevity, and personalized health optimization.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
B.S. Biology and Psychology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Medical School
D.O., New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY
Residency
Residency, Internal Medicine, Alton Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA
Additional Training
M.P.H. Public Health and Epidemiology, Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, New Orleans, LA
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Espinosa right for?
Dr. Espinosa is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or hypertension. Patients seeking a root-cause, preventive approach to long-term health will find his functional medicine perspective valuable. He works well with those who want proactive disease detection rather than reactive treatment. His internal medicine background suits patients with complex or overlapping health concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Espinosa focuses on cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, and other chronic conditions. He approaches these through a preventive and functional medicine lens, emphasizing early detection and long-term management. He also addresses longevity and health optimization for patients who want proactive care.
Yes, the American Board of Internal Medicine board-certifies Dr. Espinosa. O. from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at the Alton Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans.
Dr. Espinosa trained at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed an internal medicine residency at the Alton Ochsner Clinic Foundation. He also earned a Master of Public Health in epidemiology from Tulane University. His undergraduate work in biology and psychology came from the University of Georgia.
Dr. Espinosa builds care plans around prevention, early disease detection, and root-cause investigation. He incorporates functional medicine diagnostics alongside standard internal medicine tools. He also coordinates closely with specialists throughout Atlanta when patients need additional expertise.
Dr. Espinosa brings more than two decades of clinical and hospital medicine experience to his work at OptumMD. He co-founded the practice to deliver more personalized, time-intensive care to each patient.
Yes, functional medicine is a core part of Dr. Espinosa's practice. He uses functional medicine diagnostics alongside internal medicine to investigate the root causes of chronic conditions. This approach informs how he builds individualized care and longevity plans for patients.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026