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Dr. Melissa Purvis, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 55
Dr. Melissa Purvis, MD
4.7 (48 Ratings)

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Dr. Melissa Purvis, MD is an Internist in Paducah, KY.
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Dr. Melissa Purvis, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 55
Paducah, KY
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Melissa Purvis, MD is an Internist in Paducah, KY.

About

Dr. Purvis graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Dr. Melissa Purvis, MD is an Internist in Paducah, KY and has 17 years experience. Dr. Purvis currently practices at Mercy Health — Paducah Internal Medicine and are affiliated with Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah, Marshall County Hospital and Massac Memorial Hospital. Dr. Purvis has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Purvis received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 48 times. Dr. Purvis' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Purvis is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Enter a condition or procedure
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Wellness Examination
Joint Pain
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Wellness Examination
Joint Pain
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Shortness of Breath
Thrush
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Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Immunization Administration
Limb Pain
Constipation
Fever
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Foot Infection
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Leukocytopenia
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Pharyngitis
Sebaceous Cysts
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Achilles Tendinitis
Acne
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
Adult Failure to Thrive
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Neck
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bunion
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Cluster Headache
Coccygeal Pain
Cold Sore
Confusion
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Excessive Sweating
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Food Poisoning
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
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hidradenitis
Hip Sprain
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Impetigo
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Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
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 Weakness
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Nightmare Disorder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
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)
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postherpetic Neuralgia
Postnasal Drip
Prostatitis
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Cyst
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Scabies
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Sciatica
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Shingles
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Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Stye
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Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Goiter
Tinea Versicolor
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Torticollis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Compression
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Vitamin K Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Whooping Cough
Yeast Infections
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Diabetes Counseling
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Pap Smear
Puncture Aspiration
Smoking Cessation Counseling

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    Curative PPO Plus

Locations

  1. 1 Mercy Health — Paducah Internal Medicine
    225 Medical Center Dr Ste 201, Paducah, KY 42003

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Purvis
4.7
Based on 48 Reviews
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1 Star (4)

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Nov 11, 2024
She's awesome. She really takes her time to allow me to ask questions and does not make me feel rushed. She may run behind at times, but she takes the time to make sure that my needs are met.
— Nov 11, 2024
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Internal Medicine
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  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
    2007
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  • Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melissa Purvis, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Purvis' profile.

Dr. Melissa Purvis, MD is affiliated with Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital, Baptist Health Paducah, Marshall County Hospital and Massac Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Melissa Purvis, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital

    1530 Lone Oak Rd, Paducah, KY

  • Baptist Health Paducah

    2501 Kentucky Ave, Paducah, KY

  • Marshall County Hospital

    615 Old Symsonia Rd, Benton, KY

  • Massac Memorial Hospital

    28 Chick St, Metropolis, IL