Sonia Sharma, MD
Family Physician
Physician Profile
Sonia Sharma, MD, chose family medicine because it gives her the opportunity to provide continuous care as infants grow into adolescents and adults. Dr. Sharma uses evidence-based medicine to meet her patients' needs, and she specializes in:
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Preventive Care
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Pediatric Care
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Women's Health
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Master Clinician in Diabetes Management
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High Blood Pressure
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Well Woman Exams
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Health Education
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Pediatric Care
Specialties:
Family Physician
A Family Physician is concerned with the total healthcare of the individual and the family and is trained to diagnose and treat a wide variety of ailments in patients of all ages. The Family Physician receives a broad range of training that includes adult medicine and care of the aged, the care of children, women’s health, maternity care, preventive medicine and behavioral science. Special emphasis is placed on the primary care of families, utilizing consultants and community resources when appropriate.
American Board of Family Medicine
Education & Training:
Doctor of Medicine
Ross University, North Brunswick, NJ
2001 - 2005
Residency
St. Vincent's Medical Center, Jacksonville, FL
2005 - 2009
Hospital Affiliation:
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Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville
Ages Treated:
Infant
Toddler
Adolescent
Teen
Adult
Senior
Languages:
Legal Practice Name:
Baptist Primary Care, Inc.
From the Doctor:
I practice family medicine because it gives me the opportunity to participate in true continuity of care. Seeing a patient grow from an infant to adolescence to adulthood is an intensely gratifying experience.
I serve as an advocate for my patients, emphasizing the importance of preventive care. Since it may take decades before clinical disease manifests, it's important to prevent adverse outcomes by promptly identifying risk factors and intervening as soon as symptoms arise.
When I'm not working part-time at the office, I'm spending time with my family and traveling. I've explored the U.S., Canada, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.