About
Dr. Nicholas Church brings more than 24 years of medical experience to his role as founder of Somerset Medical in Atlanta. He holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and carries memberships in the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Academy of HIV Medicine. Born in Britain, Dr. Church built his clinical foundation across two decades in family and preventive medicine before launching Somerset.
His clinical focus spans preventive healthcare, cardiovascular health, diabetes management, LGBTQ+ care, HIV and PrEP management, sexual health, and metabolic wellness including GLP-1 therapies. He takes a deeply personal approach to care, prioritizing listening and long-term relationships with patients. Dr. Church participates actively in public health education, with quotes and features in outlets including the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, WABE's All Things Considered and Closer Look with Rose Scott, Good Housekeeping, France Info, and Parade. He lives in Atlanta with his husband, Reese.
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Who is Dr. Church right for?
Dr. Church is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship with a clinician who knows them well. LGBTQ+ patients find a knowledgeable, affirming environment built around their specific health needs. Patients managing HIV, cardiovascular risk, diabetes, or metabolic health benefit from his clinical depth. Executives looking for thorough preventive assessments also fit naturally into his practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Church treats a broad range of conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, HIV, and metabolic disorders. He also manages sexual health, hormone imbalances, and weight concerns through GLP-1 therapies. His preventive focus means he works with patients before conditions become serious.
Yes. Dr. Church built Somerset Medical specifically to serve the LGBTQ+ community and allied patients. He holds membership in the American Academy of HIV Medicine and has deep clinical experience in HIV prevention, PrEP management, and sexual health. Nurse Helen Williams, who previously worked at Atlanta's LGBTQ+-affirming Midtown practice, supports that same standard of care.
Dr. Church holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He is also a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Academy of HIV Medicine. These credentials reflect his training across family medicine, preventive care, and HIV medicine.
Dr. Church prioritizes listening and building long-term relationships with his patients. He spends 90 minutes with patients during appointments, allowing time to explore root causes rather than surface symptoms. He takes a personally engaged approach that goes beyond reactive treatment.
Yes. Dr. Church manages both HIV treatment and HIV prevention through PrEP. His membership in the American Academy of HIV Medicine reflects his clinical commitment to this area. He serves patients across the full spectrum of HIV care, from prevention to ongoing management.
Dr. Church includes executive health as one of his core specialties. He offers comprehensive preventive assessments, advanced cancer screening, heart imaging, and cardiovascular evaluations. With 24 years of experience in family and preventive medicine, he brings strong clinical depth to executive health.
Yes. Dr. Church has appeared in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, WABE's All Things Considered and Closer Look with Rose Scott, Good Housekeeping, France Info, and Parade. These outlets have featured his expertise on public health topics relevant to his practice and community.
Yes. Dr. Church offers both testosterone replacement therapy and hormone replacement therapy. He manages these as part of a broader approach to metabolic wellness and long-term health. Patients can discuss hormone-related concerns directly during their appointments.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026