About
Dr. Samer Blackmon is a board-certified internist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She completed the University of Miami's Six Year Honors Program in Medicine for both her undergraduate and medical education. She then trained in Internal Medicine at Emory for her residency. The American Board of Internal Medicine certifies her, and she holds membership in the American College of Physicians.
Her career has included academic faculty roles at the Medical College of Georgia, Halifax Medical Center, Florida State University, and Piedmont Physicians in Newnan. Those teaching experiences shaped how she approaches every patient encounter. Her father, a family physician, inspired her belief that knowing a patient's history, lifestyle, and environment is essential to good care. Dr. Blackmon focuses on geriatrics, healthy aging, wellness, and prevention. She is passionate about reshaping what aging in good health can look like. Outside the clinic, she enjoys time with her husband and two young sons, along with reading, gardening, and traveling. She grew up in Tampa, Florida.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Miami's Six Year Honors Program in Medicine
Medical School
University of Miami's Six Year Honors Program in Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, Emory
Additional Training
Member of the American College of Physicians; prior academic faculty positions at Medical College of Georgia, Halifax Medical Center, Florida State University, and Piedmont Physicians in Newnan
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Blackmon right for?
Dr. Blackmon is an excellent fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship grounded in prevention. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease benefit from her personalized treatment approach. She is especially well-suited for older adults navigating geriatric concerns, memory changes, or complex medication regimens. Patients who value a physician who takes time to understand their full health picture will find her approach rewarding. Families with children can also enroll their kids under her pediatric membership.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Blackmon specializes in internal medicine with a strong focus on geriatrics, preventive care, and chronic disease management. She treats conditions including diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, memory loss, dementia, anxiety, and depression. She also provides medication management and advanced care planning for patients with complex health needs.
Yes, Dr. Blackmon holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is also a member of the American College of Physicians. Her training included a residency in Internal Medicine at Emory.
Dr. Blackmon completed the University of Miami's Six Year Honors Program in Medicine for both her undergraduate and medical degrees. She then completed her Internal Medicine residency at Emory. Earlier in her career, she held academic faculty positions at the Medical College of Georgia, Halifax Medical Center, and Florida State University.
Dr. Blackmon builds her approach around knowing the full person, not just their symptoms. Her father, a family physician, taught her to consider each patient's history, lifestyle, and environment. She brings that philosophy into every visit, pairing it with current medical evidence and a focus on total well-being including fitness, nutrition, and cognitive health.
Yes, geriatric care is one of Dr. Blackmon's primary clinical focuses. She has a particular interest in healthy aging and works to help older patients stay well, manage medications safely, and plan ahead. She provides memory loss evaluations, over-medication prevention for elderly patients, and end-of-life care planning.
Dr. Blackmon offers first-line treatment for anxiety and depression as part of her internal medicine practice. She also conducts cognitive and emotional well-being assessments and provides stress management counseling. For concerns requiring specialty mental health care, she coordinates referrals to appropriate providers.
Yes, Dr. Blackmon currently accepts pediatric members at Acorn to Oak Health. Adult memberships are currently full, but families seeking care for children can enroll now.
Dr. Blackmon grew up watching her father practice family medicine, and his approach to knowing patients as whole people shaped her career path. She developed her focus on geriatrics through clinical work and academic teaching roles. She is passionate about changing what it means to age in good health.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026