About
James H. West, MD has practiced internal medicine in the Roswell, GA area for more than three decades. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, Cum Laude, from Clemson University in 1982. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at the Medical College of Georgia in 1986. His internship and residency training in internal medicine both took place at the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga Unit, where he finished in 1989. He holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. West served as Internal Medicine Section Chief at North Fulton Hospital in 1992. , leading clinical trials in hyperlipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, overactive bladder, and arthritis. He also served as a regional speaker on hypertension from 1999 to 2012 and on hyperlipidemia from 2005 to 2012. The Alpharetta Review named him Best Internal Medicine Practitioner in 2010. His clinical focus centers on forecasting and minimizing health risks, not only treating conditions after they arise. He is passionate about helping patients manage chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Clemson University, B.S. Biochemistry, Cum Laude 1982
Medical School
Medical College of Georgia, Doctorate of Medicine 1986
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Tennessee, Chattanooga Unit 1987-1989
Additional Training
Internship: University of Tennessee, Chattanooga Unit, Chattanooga, TN 1986-1987
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. West right for?
Dr. West is a strong fit for adults who want proactive, preventive internal medicine care. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, or arthritis benefit from his deep clinical and research background. He works well with patients who value a long-term relationship with a single, dedicated physician. Adults seeking same-day access and direct after-hours physician contact will find his MDVIP practice well suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. West specializes in internal medicine with a particular focus on hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes, overactive bladder, and arthritis. He brings extensive research experience to each of these areas, having served as Principal Investigator in clinical trials covering all five conditions in Atlanta over more than a decade.
Yes, Dr. West holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his residency training at the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga Unit, in 1989 and has practiced internal medicine ever since.
Dr. West earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 1986. He completed both his internship and his internal medicine residency at the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga Unit in Chattanooga, TN, finishing in 1989.
Dr. West has practiced internal medicine for more than three decades in the Roswell, GA area. Patient reviews note relationships spanning over 30 years, reflecting the continuity of care he provides.
Dr. West focuses on forecasting and minimizing future health risks, not only treating existing conditions. He works to understand each patient's physical and mental well-being and build a proactive plan. His goal is to make a meaningful impact on every patient's long-term health.
Dr. West served as Medical Director for Perimeter North Medical Research, Inc. from 2002 to 2016. He acted as Principal Investigator in clinical trials covering hyperlipidemia, hypertension, diabetes, overactive bladder, and arthritis. That research background directly informs how he approaches chronic disease management.
Yes, the Alpharetta Review named Dr. West Best Internal Medicine Practitioner in 2010. He also served as Internal Medicine Section Chief at North Fulton Hospital in 1992 and spent years as a regional and local speaker on hypertension and hyperlipidemia.
Yes, diabetes management is one of Dr. West's core clinical focuses. He served as Principal Investigator in diabetes clinical trials in Atlanta from 2002 to 2014. He works closely with patients to improve glucose control and minimize long-term complications.
Yes, Dr. West is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. This 24/7 physician access is a core benefit of his MDVIP membership model.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026