Primary Care

Geriatric Medicine & Senior Care in Doraville, GA

Fellowship-trained geriatric care and Medicare Annual Wellness Visits from a physician who specializes in helping older adults stay healthy, independent, and confident.

Geriatric Medicine & Senior Care in Doraville, GA at Lenox Medical Clinic

Overview

A Geriatric Doctor With Rare, Specialized Training

Aging changes how the body responds to illness, medication, and treatment, which is why older adults deserve a doctor trained specifically in their care. Dr. Sudha Challa, MD completed fellowship training in geriatric medicine at the University of Louisville, a level of specialization few primary care clinics in metro Atlanta can offer.

That training shapes everything about how we care for seniors in Doraville and the surrounding communities. As part of the Emory Health Network with affiliations to Emory and Northside hospitals, we coordinate seamlessly with specialists whenever your care requires it.

Why Patients Come Here

  • Fellowship-trained geriatrician with specialized senior-care training
  • Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans accepted
  • Appointments designed around the complexity of senior care
  • On-site blood draws and X-rays at our Doraville office

What We Offer

Our Geriatric Care Services

Care is built around the realities of aging, not rushed through a standard adult-primary-care template.

  • Medicare Annual Wellness Visits with a personalized prevention plan
  • Chronic disease management for diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, arthritis, COPD, and osteoporosis
  • Medication management and review to reduce interactions and unnecessary pills
  • Memory and cognitive screening with referrals when needed
  • Fall risk assessment, balance support, and prevention planning
  • Osteoporosis screening referrals and treatment planning
  • Senior immunizations including flu, pneumonia, shingles, RSV, and COVID-19 guidance
  • Whole-person assessments covering hearing, vision, mood, and nutrition
  • Care coordination for specialists, hospital follow-ups, and family communication
  • On-site lab and X-ray access at our Doraville office

Details

What Is a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit?

If you have had Medicare Part B for more than 12 months, you are entitled to an Annual Wellness Visit every year at no cost to you. This is not a standard physical. It is a structured, prevention-focused visit that helps identify risks early and keeps your screening plan current.

  • Review of your medical and family history
  • A current list of all providers and medications
  • Height, weight, blood pressure, and routine measurements
  • A cognitive assessment for early memory concerns
  • A personalized screening schedule for tests, vaccines, and preventive care
  • A written prevention plan you can take home

Details

Common Health Concerns We Manage in Older Adults

  • Memory loss and early dementia concerns
  • High blood pressure and heart disease
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Arthritis and chronic joint pain
  • Osteoporosis and bone health
  • Balance problems, dizziness, and falls
  • Polypharmacy and medication interactions
  • Urinary incontinence
  • Sleep problems and insomnia
  • Depression, anxiety, and social isolation
  • Unintended weight loss and nutrition concerns
  • Hearing and vision changes

Details

Support for Families and Caregivers

Caring for an aging parent or spouse raises hard questions about memory, medication safety, falls, and independence. We welcome family members at appointments with the patient's consent, explain findings in plain language, and help caregivers understand what to watch between visits.

When home health, physical therapy, or specialist care is needed, we coordinate those referrals so nothing falls through the cracks. Our multilingual team also helps families discuss health in the language that feels most natural.

Why Lenox

Why Seniors and Families Choose Lenox Medical Clinic

Fellowship-trained geriatrician with specialized senior-care training

Medicare and most Medicare Advantage plans accepted

Appointments designed around the complexity of senior care

On-site blood draws and X-rays at our Doraville office

Emory Health Network member with Emory and Northside affiliations

Accessible Doraville location with free parking

Telehealth follow-ups available when travel is difficult

FAQ

Primary Care & Geriatric Medicine FAQs

A geriatrician is a physician with additional fellowship training in the health needs of older adults, including how aging affects medications, disease patterns, and recovery. Dr. Challa completed geriatric fellowship training at the University of Louisville.

Next Step

Schedule a Senior Care Visit Today

Whether you are due for your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit, worried about a parent's memory or medications, or simply want a doctor who understands the health needs of older adults, we are here to help.