About
Mark Turshen MD is a co-founder of Direct Doctors and a board-certified family physician. He trained in family medicine at Brown alongside Drs. Lauren and James Hedde and has practiced at the East Greenwich location since the practice's founding in 2014. Dr. Turshen brings a broad family medicine skillset to patients across all ages and stages of life.
Education & Training
Residency
Family Medicine, Brown University
Certifications
Who is Dr. Turshen right for?
Dr. Turshen is a strong fit for patients of all ages seeking a board-certified family physician. Adults managing chronic conditions benefit from his broad primary care skillset. Patients who want long-term, relationship-based care with a founding physician find him especially well-suited. His panel includes patients across every stage of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Turshen delivers full-spectrum family medicine to patients of all ages. His training and board certification in family medicine cover acute sick visits, preventive care, and chronic disease management. He has practiced at the East Greenwich location since Direct Doctors opened in 2014.
Dr. Turshen completed his residency in family medicine at Brown. He trained alongside co-founders Lauren Hedde DO and James Hedde DO before launching Direct Doctors together in August 2014.
Yes, Dr. Turshen holds board certification in family medicine. He earned that certification after completing his residency at Brown.
Dr. Turshen has practiced at Direct Doctors since its founding in August 2014. He co-founded the practice with Drs. Lauren and James Hedde and has remained at the East Greenwich location throughout.
Yes, Dr. Turshen cares for patients across all ages and life stages. His family medicine training equips him to handle pediatric visits, adult primary care, and geriatric concerns within the same practice.
Dr. Turshen shares his cell number with patients for texts, calls, and emails. Direct Doctors members also have access to same-day appointments and telemedicine visits.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026