About
Kelvin B. Burton, MD, DABFP brings over 30 years of family medicine experience to his Douglasville, Georgia practice. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine in 1988. He completed an internship at Atrium Ford in Rome, GA, then finished his Family Medicine residency at the US Naval Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. The American Board of Family Medicine certifies him, and he holds additional certifications from the Morehouse School of Medicine Family Medicine Faculty Development Program and the Military Medicine Education Institute Armed Forces Combat Casualty Care Course.
Dr. Burton credits his upbringing as the son of an educator and a pastor for shaping his approach to medicine. Guidance, teaching, and compassion define how he engages with every patient. His clinical interests include preventive health, cardiovascular health, pain management, and behavioral health. com. Outside the office, he enjoys time with family, music, and sports.
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA — Doctorate of Medicine 1988
Residency
Family Medicine, US Naval Hospital, Jacksonville, FL (1991-1993)
Additional Training
Internship: Atrium Ford, Rome, GA (1988-1989)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Burton right for?
Dr. Burton is a strong fit for adults across the West Georgia and greater Atlanta region seeking a personal, long-term relationship with a family physician. Patients managing cardiovascular disease, chronic pain, or behavioral health conditions benefit from his focused clinical experience. His preventive health orientation makes him well suited for patients who want proactive screenings and advanced diagnostics. Anyone who values direct physician access, including after-hours phone availability, will find his practice model a natural fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Burton treats a broad range of primary care concerns, with particular focus on cardiovascular disease, pain, and behavioral health conditions. He also delivers comprehensive preventive care, including advanced screenings and diagnostic testing. His 30-plus years in West Georgia give him deep experience managing both acute and chronic health needs.
Yes, the American Board of Family Medicine certifies Dr. Burton. He also holds certifications from the Morehouse School of Medicine Family Medicine Faculty Development Program and the Military Medicine Education Institute Armed Forces Combat Casualty Care Course.
Dr. Burton earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Iowa, Carver College of Medicine in 1988. He completed an internship at Atrium Ford in Rome, GA, followed by a Family Medicine residency at the US Naval Hospital in Jacksonville, FL, finishing in 1993.
Dr. Burton focuses on preventive health, cardiovascular health, pain management, and behavioral health. These interests complement his broad family medicine training and allow him to address a wide range of patient concerns within a single, continuous care relationship.
Yes. Dr. Burton received the PainWeek Doctor of the Year award in 2015. com also named him a Top Family Doctor in 2023. These honors reflect his long-standing commitment to patients across West Georgia.
Dr. Burton sees every patient himself. When you visit the office, you meet with Dr. Burton directly, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. This direct access extends beyond the office, as patients can reach him by phone after hours and on weekends.
Dr. Burton attributes his passion for healthcare to his upbringing as the son of an educator and a pastor. Guidance, teaching, informing, and compassion were values emphasized throughout his childhood. He carries those same values into every patient interaction today.
Yes. Dr. Burton has spent over 30 years building relationships with specialists throughout West Georgia. When a patient needs care beyond his scope, he connects them with trusted specialists from his established referral network.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026