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Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 58
Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD
4.0 (77 Ratings)

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Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Cartersville, GA.
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Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism* Age 58
Cartersville, GA
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Cartersville, GA.

About

Dr. Puentes graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ZULIA / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1990 and completed a residency at Medical College of Georgia Hospital and Clinic.Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD is a Diabetes & Metabolism Endocrinologist in Cartersville, GA and has 34 years experience. Dr. Puentes currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center and Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center. Dr. Puentes has experience treating conditions like Malaise and Fatigue and Hypoglycemia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Puentes received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 77 times. Dr. Puentes' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Puentes also speaks Spanish. Dr. Puentes is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Malaise and Fatigue
Hypoglycemia
Thyroiditis
Malaise and Fatigue
Hypoglycemia
Thyroiditis
Malaise and Fatigue
Hypoglycemia
Thyroiditis
Acanthosis Nigricans
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Adrenal Insufficiency
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Dyslipidemia
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Goiter
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Graves' Disease
Hashimoto's Disease
Hypercalcemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hyperthyroidism
Hypogonadism
Hypoparathyroidism
Hypothyroidism
Lipid Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Metabolic Syndrome
Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Morbid Obesity
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Osteoporosis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Cyst
Thyroid Nodule
Thyrotoxicosis
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin_Deficiency
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Abnormal Thyroid
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Adrenal Incidentaloma
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Benign Tumor
Bone Disorders
Cancer
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Carcinoid Syndrome
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
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Diabetes Insipidus
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Female Infertility
Growth Hormone Deficiency
Gynecomastia
Hair Loss
Hyperkalemia
Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperprolactinemia
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hypopituitarism
Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
Hypothalamus Cancer
Klinefelter Syndrome
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Onychomycosis
Osteopenia
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Perimenopause
Peripheral Edema
Pheochromocytoma
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Pituitary Tumor
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Proteinuria
Rickets
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Sinus Tachycardia
Subacute Thyroiditis
Symptomatic Menopause
Thyroid Disease
Thyroid Goiter
Thyrotoxicosis Factitia
Vitamin B Complex Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Anemia
ACTH (Cosyntropin) Stimulation Test
Aspiration or Injection of Thyroid Cyst
Cholesterol Screening
Dexamethasone Suppression Test
Diabetes Counseling
Diabetes Management
Diabetes Screening
Diabetic Evaluation
Dynamic Endocrine Function Test
Menopause Evaluation and Treatment
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test
Osteoporosis Management
Testosterone Replacement Therapy
Thyroid Biopsy
Thyroid Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
Thyroid Hormone Balancing
Thyroid Hormone Replacement
Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Screening
Ultrasound, Thyroid
VAP Lipid Testing
Water Deprivation Test

Insurance Accepted

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  • Preferred PPO
  • Blue Open Access POS
    Blue Choice HMO
  • Aetna
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Blue Card PPO
  • PacifiCare
    United Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
    HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • BlueChoice-GA POS
    BlueChoice-GA PPO
  • Great West Healthcare-Cigna
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)

Locations

  1. 1 Endocrine
    40 Fox Chase, Cartersville, GA 30120
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (770) 515-9566
    Monday
    Closed
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    Closed
    Saturday
    10:00 - 14:00
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

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4.0
Based on 77 Reviews
5 Stars (57)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (19)

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Jun 29, 2024
He really cares about his patients and shows you so much respect.Staff is awesome!!
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF ZULIA / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Georgia Regents University/GHSU / MCG
    2000
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Medical College of Georgia Hospital and Clinic
    2002
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Georgia Regents University/GHSU / MCG
    2004
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Puentes communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Puentes offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
7 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Puentes offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Puentes have free onsite parking?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Puentes' profile.

Dr. Puentes frequently treats the following conditions: Malaise and Fatigue and Hypoglycemia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD is affiliated with Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center and Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Francisco Puentes, MD holds board certification in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center

    960 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy SE, Cartersville, GA

  • Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center

    677 Church St NE, Marietta, GA