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Dr. James Ponder, MD

Family Medicine* Age 71
Dr. James Ponder, MD
4.1 (7 Ratings)

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Dr. James Ponder, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Franklin, VA.
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Dr. James Ponder, MD

Family Medicine* Age 71
Franklin, VA
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45 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Ponder, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Franklin, VA.

About

Dr. Ponder graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. Dr. James Ponder, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Franklin, VA and has 45 years experience. Dr. Ponder currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital and Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Dr. Ponder has experience treating conditions like Familial Hypercholesterolemia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Ponder received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Dr. Ponder's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Ponder accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Limb Pain
Joint Pain
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Limb Pain
Joint Pain
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Limb Pain
Joint Pain
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Fever
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Shortness of Breath
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Achilles Tendinitis
Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Administrative Physical
Adult Failure to Thrive
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Neck
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Common Cold
Confusion
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fibromyalgia
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hidradenitis
Hip Pointer
Hives
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Kidney Infection
Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Motion Sickness
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Nasopharyngitis
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Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Perimenopause
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyuria
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Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Reflux Esophagitis
Ringworm
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Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
Rosacea
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Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Sebaceous Cysts
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Symptomatic Menopause
Syphilis Infections
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Goiter
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Geriatric Assessment
Immunization Administration
Vaccination

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Locations

  1. 1 Family Practice Associates Inc.
    102 Fairview Dr Ste B, Franklin, VA 23851
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (757) 562-2158
  2. 2 Bon Secours-Courtland Family Medicine
    22708 Main St, Courtland, VA 23837
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (757) 653-2007
  3. 3 Genesis Rehabilitation Services
    1401 N High St, Franklin, VA 23851
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  4. 4 Gentiva Hospice
    595 Old Wagner Rd Ste E, Petersburg, VA 23805
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May 07, 2020
Dr. Ponder is one of the best doctors around, he is caring, compassionate, a great human being. I would trust him with my life and am glad and thankful for him as is my family.
Dave Shreve — May 07, 2020
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Family Medicine
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Education

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Medical Education
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    1979
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Ponder, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Ponder's profile.

Dr. Ponder frequently treats the following conditions: Familial Hypercholesterolemia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Ponder, MD is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital and Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sentara Leigh Hospital

    830 Kempsville Rd, Norfolk, VA

  • Sentara Obici Hospital

    2800 Godwin Blvd, Suffolk, VA

  • Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

    600 Gresham Dr, Norfolk, VA