About
Dr. Frances Long is a board-certified internal medicine physician. She earned her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Atlanta Medical Center. Dr. Long has practiced outpatient primary care within the Piedmont Healthcare system since 2006.
Dr. Long's clinical interests include individualized cardiovascular risk management and strategic aging. She also focuses on perimenopause and menopausal transition support. She is a multi-year recipient of the Castle Connolly Top Doctors award.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Valdosta State University
Medical School
Mercer University School of Medicine, Macon, GA (Doctor of Medicine)
Residency
Internal Medicine, Atlanta Medical Center
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Long right for?
Dr. Long is a strong fit for adults navigating the complexities of aging and long-term health management. Women approaching or moving through menopause benefit from her focused experience in perimenopause and menopausal transition care. Patients with cardiovascular risk factors or complex chronic conditions find her preventive approach particularly valuable. Adults seeking a seasoned physician with nearly two decades of outpatient practice experience will feel well-supported in her care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Long specializes in internal medicine, geriatric medicine, and preventive care. She focuses particularly on cardiovascular risk management and menopausal transition support. Her clinical work covers a broad range of adult health concerns, from chronic disease management to long-term wellness planning.
Yes, perimenopause and menopausal transition support are among Dr. Long's core clinical interests. She works with patients to manage symptoms and navigate this phase of life with a personalized, evidence-based approach.
Yes, Dr. Long holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She earned her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Atlanta Medical Center.
Dr. Long has practiced outpatient primary care within the Piedmont Healthcare system since 2006. That gives her nearly two decades of clinical experience in adult internal medicine.
Yes, Castle Connolly has named Dr. Long a Top Doctor across multiple years. This recognition reflects her peers' and patients' confidence in her clinical expertise.
Dr. Long takes an individualized approach to cardiovascular risk management. She focuses on early identification of risk factors and proactive planning to help patients maintain long-term heart health.
Yes, geriatric medicine is one of Dr. Long's specialty areas. She brings a strong foundation in the health concerns of aging adults, including preventive screenings and management of age-related conditions.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026