Kathy L. Minter, MD
Internal Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Piedmont Hospital
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MDVIP Annual Membership Fee
MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.
Quarterly
$600.00*
Semi-Annual
$1,200.00*
Annual
$2,400.00*
About Kathy L. Minter, MD
I enjoy talking with patients. I probably could have been a teacher, since educating and answering questions is one of the things I enjoy most about my job. As an MDVIP-Affiliated physician, I will be working closely with you to craft your individual wellness plan through such communication.
Residency
Emory University Affiliated Hospitals
Atlanta, GA
Internal Medicine 1993-1995
Atlanta, GA
Internal Medicine 1993-1995
Internship
Emory University Affiliated Hospitals
Atlanta, GA
1992-1993
Atlanta, GA
1992-1993
Medical School
Emory University
Atlanta, GA
Doctorate of Medicine 1992
Atlanta, GA
Doctorate of Medicine 1992
Undergraduate
Emory University
Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Science, Psychology 1984
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Science, Biology 1987
Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Science, Psychology 1984
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA
Bachelor of Science, Biology 1987
Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine
Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners
Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners
Piedmont Hospital
Staff Physician Internist, Piedmont Physicians Group, Piedmont Hospital 1995-2000
Vogel GW, Buffenstein A, Minter K, and Hennessey A. Drug Effects on REM Sleep and on Endogenous Depression, Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Reviews. Vol. 14, PP 49-63
American College of Physicians
Georgia
Hiking and gardening
Benefits of joining Dr. Minter's practice with MDVIP
MDVIP Wellness Program
Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.
Better Doctor-Patient Relationship
97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).
Same/Next-Day Appointments
See Dr. Minter quickly and take your time during each appointment.
Reachable 24/7
Reach Dr. Minter by phone after-hours and on weekends.
Smaller Practice Size
MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.
Your Dedicated Doctor
See Dr. Minter when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant
Travel Benefits
If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.
Medical Centers of Excellence
For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions
Better Health Outcomes
Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.
The office of Kathy L. Minter, MD
Hours
| Mon | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thu | Closed |
| Fri | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
What our members are saying
After my mother developed stroke-induced dementia, I moved her from N.C. to Assisted Living in Atlanta. A doctor's wife in a very small town, she'd been treated by male physicians all her life. I thought that in her impaired state that would be disconcerting, so I looked for a female. That is how I met Dr. Kathy Minter. It isn't easy to treat someone who cannot follow instructions…
Fran
March 16, 2020
I had just transferred my MDVIP membership to Dr. Minter on the recommendation of a friend who had been a long time patient. Before I had a chance to meet her my husband died very suddenly. Upon hearing that, Dr. Minter called to offer her support. She talked about the need for sleep and said she could prescribe something for that. Her kindness and caring came at a time when I needed it the most…
Suzie
February 29, 2020
As I have aged, it is very important to
me to have enough time to talk to my doctor. Although MDVIP has helped tremendously in this by having a system that allows doctors more time with each patient Kathy is exemplary and was before in her thoughtful and patient approach to listening. Listening is an under rated skill in doctors!
I am very thankful Dr Minter is a GREAT listener.
me to have enough time to talk to my doctor. Although MDVIP has helped tremendously in this by having a system that allows doctors more time with each patient Kathy is exemplary and was before in her thoughtful and patient approach to listening. Listening is an under rated skill in doctors!
I am very thankful Dr Minter is a GREAT listener.
Clare
March 10, 2016
Dr. Minter is a true gem! Kind, caring, interested as well as crazy smart and professional. I drive a long way to see her and it is always worth it.
Marla
March 24, 2017
Reviews from the web
03/31/2025
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Dr. Minter is the most knowledgeable, caring and accessible doctor I’ve ever had. When I expressed concern about
progressive bone loss (ongoing osteopenia and risk factors) she gladly scheduled a meeting with me to discuss and outline what she would recommend. (She had just returned from a week long meeting about osteopenia/osteporosis and treatment!) Bone loss is my primary health concern at this point, and I am
very happy to have her as my primary care physician. Thank you Dr. Minter!
progressive bone loss (ongoing osteopenia and risk factors) she gladly scheduled a meeting with me to discuss and outline what she would recommend. (She had just returned from a week long meeting about osteopenia/osteporosis and treatment!) Bone loss is my primary health concern at this point, and I am
very happy to have her as my primary care physician. Thank you Dr. Minter!
03/25/2025
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I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation for my doctor. She is truly a wonderful physician — kind, attentive, and remarkably bright. Her compassionate care and dedication make a significant difference in my healthcare experience.
I would also like to acknowledge her nurses, who are equally wonderful. Their professionalism, warmth, and support contribute greatly to the positive and comforting environment they create.
I am deeply grateful for the exceptional care they all provide
I would also like to acknowledge her nurses, who are equally wonderful. Their professionalism, warmth, and support contribute greatly to the positive and comforting environment they create.
I am deeply grateful for the exceptional care they all provide
03/29/2024
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Dr. Minter has been so attentive and caring. She takes the time to listen and address my concerns. She is very knowledgeable and stays abreast of the latest treatments relating to my health issues. She sees me and I am so grateful for that... the human touch.
02/16/2023
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Dr. Minter has been my Dr. for many years. I drive a long way to see her because she and her practice are worth it. She listens and spends time with her patients. She discusses and explains any questions or concerns I may have. She is the best!!!
02/14/2023
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They always call me back promptly. I like that they have drinks and snacks if you want them after the visit
09/26/2022
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Dr. Minter and her staff are wonderful. I feel they really listen to my concerns and address them quickly. I know I am getting the best treatment available. I highly recommend this practice.
08/02/2022
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Dr. Minter will be my husband's physician as long as he is around and she has done a good job of keeping him around for the last 26 years.
06/28/2022
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Hi Kathy,
I appreciate having you as my primary care doctor. I believe we have an open trust relationship. You listen well to my concerns and address them very systematically, focusing on what is important. You give me valuable advice. I like being your patient. Thanks
Charles
I appreciate having you as my primary care doctor. I believe we have an open trust relationship. You listen well to my concerns and address them very systematically, focusing on what is important. You give me valuable advice. I like being your patient. Thanks
Charles
02/18/2022
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I love how much time that Dr Minter takes with me. She never seems rushed. She comes into the room prepared and engaged.
I feel like she is a partner in my health care.
Her nurse is the best, too
I feel like she is a partner in my health care.
Her nurse is the best, too
02/16/2022
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Dr. Minter is the truth! Excellent bedside manners, her assessment of my health status is on point, awesome communicator and easily reached. Her staff members are kind and respectful. In my many years of living in Atlanta, I know no other doctor like Dr. Kathy Minter.
02/18/2021
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Have incorporated some great videos sent via Silver Sneakers for stretching, core strengthening, balance etc with some yoga elements. Presentsvarious levels of exercises depending up ability etc of viewer. Works well with my swimming routine.
01/15/2021
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I called to try and become a New Patient on a recommendation from my Insurance that they are accepting them at this time.
When I called the office, the receptionist informed me that the Provider I was calling for wasn't accepting new patients at this time. When I asked about more information as to why they aren't accepting new patients when insurance is telling me that they are, the receptionist became unprofessional with her tone and was rude. She continued to talk over me and and repeat herself instead of listening to the questions I had. Which I was just trying ask if there was another Provider in the Clinic that is accepting New Patients or can they recommend one that accepts my Insurance.
Receptionist, in a continued annoyed rude tone, just repeated herself that they aren't accepting New Patients. She was no help and made me feel as though I was an Inconvenience to her time, when in reality I was trying to give the clinic my services.
When I called the office, the receptionist informed me that the Provider I was calling for wasn't accepting new patients at this time. When I asked about more information as to why they aren't accepting new patients when insurance is telling me that they are, the receptionist became unprofessional with her tone and was rude. She continued to talk over me and and repeat herself instead of listening to the questions I had. Which I was just trying ask if there was another Provider in the Clinic that is accepting New Patients or can they recommend one that accepts my Insurance.
Receptionist, in a continued annoyed rude tone, just repeated herself that they aren't accepting New Patients. She was no help and made me feel as though I was an Inconvenience to her time, when in reality I was trying to give the clinic my services.
02/10/2020
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Dr Minter is thoughtful and considerate in all my interactions with her. She is also very transparent and clear in her dealings with me.
04/29/2019
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Dr. Kathy Minter is horrible and hurt my health a great deal, PERMANENTLY. Do not trust her. Here are warnings:
a. before taking ANY pill, look it up on the Internet and type "side effects"!!
b. Don't see Dr. Minter for an annual physical.
Support: When Dr. Minter prescribed me Mobic pills for mild arthritis, she refused to warn about side-effects. The Mobic caused (1) permanent heartburn, so that I can't sleep well at night. Then for the heartburn (she caused), she said to take Prevacid pills "forever," even though the bottle says to take them for just 2 weeks. When I asked about this, she said not to worry about those directions, and that Prevacid also had no side effects.
Now it turns out that I have (2) liver damage, and that the Prevacid probably caused it! When I started to directly ask her "Does this medicine cause side effects?", she said "No" and even got mad. Therefore, I had to go to a liver specialist, and the liver damage is permanent. (A new liver can cost $1 million, and there is a waiting list of 10,000 people for a new liver.) So Dr. Minter hurt the quality and length of my life.
Also, Dr. Minter kept trying to treat (3) a stomach bacteria herself (h pylori, that the heartburn made worse), which was a waste of my time and money. Finally, I went to a gastroenterologist, a stomach specialist, who did cure the bacteria.
More Support: According to "Consumer Reports" and the website "Choosing Wisely" (formed by the American Board of Internal Medicine), health checkups can cause "wasteful and potentially harmful medical care".
a. before taking ANY pill, look it up on the Internet and type "side effects"!!
b. Don't see Dr. Minter for an annual physical.
Support: When Dr. Minter prescribed me Mobic pills for mild arthritis, she refused to warn about side-effects. The Mobic caused (1) permanent heartburn, so that I can't sleep well at night. Then for the heartburn (she caused), she said to take Prevacid pills "forever," even though the bottle says to take them for just 2 weeks. When I asked about this, she said not to worry about those directions, and that Prevacid also had no side effects.
Now it turns out that I have (2) liver damage, and that the Prevacid probably caused it! When I started to directly ask her "Does this medicine cause side effects?", she said "No" and even got mad. Therefore, I had to go to a liver specialist, and the liver damage is permanent. (A new liver can cost $1 million, and there is a waiting list of 10,000 people for a new liver.) So Dr. Minter hurt the quality and length of my life.
Also, Dr. Minter kept trying to treat (3) a stomach bacteria herself (h pylori, that the heartburn made worse), which was a waste of my time and money. Finally, I went to a gastroenterologist, a stomach specialist, who did cure the bacteria.
More Support: According to "Consumer Reports" and the website "Choosing Wisely" (formed by the American Board of Internal Medicine), health checkups can cause "wasteful and potentially harmful medical care".
04/09/2019
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I chose to remain in Dr. Kathy Minter's practice when it became part of MDVIP because giving up the quality of care that I'd been receiving for about 20 years was unthinkable to me. Dr. Minter is always very thorough, always informed by the most current information in medical journals. Equally important is the fact that she listens, answers all questions patiently ( no pun intended ), and never makes me feel rushed. While it might not be practical for everyone to invest the extra cost of "concierge medicine," it is partially offset by acceptance of Medicare. And I appreciate the extra information from my annual checkup. It can be crucial to prioritizing prevention
03/13/2019
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Dr. Minter is attentive and very responsive to my health issues, which have not been frequent but still worrisome to me when they occurred. She listens well, gives her recommendations, and follows up. I really appreciated her calls to me after the events to check how I was progressing. A virtual house call! I felt very valued as a patient.
03/12/2019
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Dr Minter is a terrific doctor. She listens carefully, asks the right questions and genuinely cares about her patients. She stays current on new research and information about different medications.
03/05/2019
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Dr. Minter is an excellent physician. She is knowledgeable, professional and caring. She was recommended to me by a outstanding doctor. And I always believe that “good refers to good”.
03/04/2019
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I am delighted to have Dr. Minter as my primary care physician. She is very thorough in her assessment of my health needs and takes the time to answer my questions and discuss my concerns in depth.
08/09/2018
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I have enjoyed being Dr. Minter's patient for nearly two years. But her incredible thoroughness and caring attitude were especially valuable when we moved my mother-in-law to Atlanta and she took over her care. She inherited a quagmire of medical issues to puzzle through, then she and her staff set up specialist consultations, procedures etc. When hospitalization was necessary she continued to assist us in navigating the hospital specialists and procedures. She was the voice of reason during a very difficult time. She goes way beyond any other doctor I have ever known.
06/19/2017
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I have been a patient of Dr. Minter since 1999. I have received exemplary care. Dr. Minter is very thorough and when I've needed a specialist, her referrals are just as competent as she is. I've never felt rushed in her office and she answers all of my questions with accuracy. Also, her staff is caring and polite. Dr. Minter is the best doctor I've ever had and I would never change providers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.
Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.
MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.
**The message above is a personal introduction from the physician, intended to help you get to know them better. The views, opinions, and statements expressed above are solely those of the physician and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of MDVIP. This content is intended for general background purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any mentions of expertise or quality of care are personal expressions and should not be interpreted as guarantees of performance or outcomes.