About
Dr. Kirk L. Jackson earned his undergraduate degree in Mathematics from Auburn University in 1989, then pursued medicine at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine. He received his Doctorate of Medicine in 1993 and completed both his internship and Internal Medicine residency there, finishing in 1996. That same year, he founded Decatur Internal Medicine Center, PC, where he has served as President ever since.
Dr. Jackson holds licensure in Alabama and maintains membership in several professional organizations, including the American Medical Association, the American Society of Internal Medicine, and the Southern Medical Association. He also belongs to the Medical Association of the State of Alabama and the Morgan County Medical Society. Since 2016, he has served as Medical Director of Southern Care Hospital. His clinical focus centers on chronic disease management, with particular experience treating type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Dr. Jackson holds a hospital affiliation with Decatur Morgan Hospital. He approaches each patient with a goal of anticipating health needs before they become problems, building care plans that reflect each person's individual circumstances.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Auburn University, B.S. Mathematics, 1989
Medical School
University of South Alabama College of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1993
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of South Alabama College of Medicine, 1994-1996
Additional Training
Internship, University of South Alabama College of Medicine, Mobile, AL, 1993-1994
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Jackson right for?
Dr. Jackson is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension. Patients who want direct, consistent access to their physician benefit from his 24/7 availability and same-day appointments. He works especially well with those who prefer seeing their own doctor on every visit, with no handoffs to other providers. Adults seeking proactive, preventive care with a long-term physician relationship will find his approach well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Jackson specializes in internal medicine with a focus on chronic disease management. He has significant experience treating type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. His approach centers on managing and anticipating health needs rather than simply responding to symptoms.
Yes. Dr. Jackson completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine, finishing in 1996. He has practiced internal medicine in Decatur ever since, accumulating nearly three decades of clinical experience.
Dr. Jackson completed all of his medical training at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine in Mobile, Alabama. He completed his internship there from 1993 to 1994, followed by his Internal Medicine residency from 1994 to 1996. He earned his undergraduate degree in Mathematics from Auburn University in 1989.
Yes. Every patient sees Dr. Jackson directly during office visits. He does not delegate care to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. That consistency is a core part of how he runs his practice.
Dr. Jackson makes himself reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Patients can contact him directly for urgent concerns, not just during regular office hours. This level of access is a key part of his MDVIP-affiliated practice model.
Dr. Jackson holds membership in the American Medical Association, the American Society of Internal Medicine, the Southern Medical Association, the Medical Association of the State of Alabama, and the Morgan County Medical Society. He also serves as Medical Director of Southern Care Hospital and holds an affiliation with Decatur Morgan Hospital.
Dr. Jackson has practiced internal medicine in Decatur since 1996, when he founded Decatur Internal Medicine Center, PC after completing his residency. He has led the practice as its President for nearly three decades.
Yes. Dr. Jackson helps coordinate urgent care for patients who need medical attention while traveling. He can assist with connecting patients to a local hospital, pharmacy, or physician when they are away from Decatur.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026