Brian First, MD
4.8
Medical doctor (MD)
Internal medicine (board certified)
Insurance
Brian First, MD
4.8
Medical doctor (MD)
Internal medicine (board certified)
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
Ritchken and First, MDs
Care schedule
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About Brian First, MD
I have cared for patients over the age of 65 for 35 years and have found interacting with older patients and their families not only a humbling and deeply satisfying experience, but also a tremendous privilege.
The principles of my practice include hope, communication and compassion. Outside of work, I enjoy international travel, great food and spending time with family and friends.
Age:
75In practice since:
1981Gender:
MaleLanguages:
Afrikaans, English, SpanishEducation
Charity Hospital (New Orleans, LA):
ResidencyBaragwanath Hospital (South Africa):
ResidencyUniversity of California, San Diego:
FellowshipUniversity of Witwatersrand (South Africa):
Medical SchoolBaragwanath Hospital (South Africa):
InternshipHospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Allergy testing
- Allergy treatment
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Back evaluation and treatment
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Depression
- End-of-life care
- Fibromyalgia
- Geriatrics
- Headache
- Hemorrhoids
- LGBTQ health
- Nutrition
- Physical disabilities
- Preventive medicine
- Weight management
- Women's health
To confirm coverage for specific treatments and procedures, contact your physician or health plan.
NPI
1770531816
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Insurance plans accepted
Brian First, MD, accepts 32 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.8
96 ratings
Patient ratings
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.8
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.8
Provider included you in decisions
4.8
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.7
Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.8
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
December 17, 20245.0
Dr. Frist is tops. He "Gets me." I can be very frank & direct with him. I follow his suggestions. Her notes are detailed. He cares for his patients. I know other people who are his patients.
Verified Patient
December 17, 20245.0
Never a problem! Have always felt taken care by this provider.
Verified Patient
December 4, 20242.0
She forgot to finish my chart & therefore care was delayed.
Verified Patient
November 12, 20245.0
They are very good about giving me information.
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Special recognitions
Over 500 recognitions
Brian First, MD, has received over 500 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Brian First, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Over 500 recognitions
Brian First, MD, has received over 500 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Brian First, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
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