About
John J. White, MD, FACP FASN grew up in Dalton, Georgia and has spent nearly his entire adult life in Augusta. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in 2000. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Erlanger Medical Center, University of Tennessee College of Medicine, where he earned Resident of the Year in 2003. He then returned to Augusta for his Nephrology fellowship at the Medical College of Georgia, finishing in 2005.
After fellowship, Dr. White joined the faculty at Augusta University, where he served as a Professor of Medicine and Master Teacher. He spent 16 years teaching medical students, internal medicine residents, and nephrology fellows. He holds board certification in Internal Medicine, Nephrology, and Clinical Hypertension. Dr. White believes a healthy lifestyle functions as a form of treatment, often more effective than medication. He takes a detail-oriented approach while keeping the full picture of each patient's health in view. He makes himself available after hours for unexpected health concerns. Outside medicine, he and his wife, Dr. Jennifer Pedersen, are raising two daughters, Lucy and Julia, who attend Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School in Augusta. He enjoys golf, college football, good food, and entertaining.
Education & Training
Residency
Internal Medicine, Erlanger Medical Center, University of Tennessee College of Medicine (UTCOM)
Fellowship
Nephrology, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA (2003-2005)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. White right for?
Dr. White is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician with subspecialty depth in kidney disease and hypertension. Patients managing complex or chronic conditions benefit from his triple board certification in Internal Medicine, Nephrology, and Clinical Hypertension. His emphasis on patient education suits people who want to understand their health, not just manage it. Adults focused on preventive care and healthy lifestyle goals will find his approach well-matched. His after-hours availability also works well for patients who want a physician accessible during unexpected health concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. White specializes in Internal Medicine, Nephrology, and Clinical Hypertension. He treats kidney disease, hypertension, and a broad range of internal medicine conditions. His triple board certification gives him clinical depth across all three areas.
Yes. Dr. White holds board certification in Internal Medicine, Nephrology, and Clinical Hypertension. He earned his certifications through the American Board of Internal Medicine and holds recognition as an American Society of Hypertension Clinical Hypertension Specialist.
Dr. White earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Erlanger Medical Center, University of Tennessee College of Medicine, in Chattanooga. He then completed his Nephrology fellowship at the Medical College of Georgia from 2003 to 2005.
Dr. White centers his practice on patient education and empowerment. He believes that understanding your health leads to better outcomes. He takes a detail-oriented approach while keeping the broader picture of each patient's wellbeing in mind. He views healthy lifestyle choices as a form of treatment, often more effective than medication alone.
Yes. Dr. White makes himself available after hours for unexpected health concerns. His goal is to address patient anxieties early, reduce the need for urgent care visits, and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
Dr. White makes every effort to visit patients who require hospitalization. He maintains close communication with hospital-based physicians to help coordinate care. His affiliations include University Hospital and Augusta University Medical Center.
Dr. White spent 16 years on faculty at Augusta University, where he served as a Professor of Medicine and Master Teacher in the Department of Medicine. He trained medical students, internal medicine residents, and nephrology fellows throughout his academic career. He also served as Nephrology Training Program Director from 2014 to 2021.
Dr. White sees adult patients across a range of health needs. He works especially well with patients managing hypertension, kidney disease, and complex internal medicine conditions. His preventive focus also suits adults who want to stay ahead of chronic conditions through proactive care.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026