Dr. John V. Spence

About the Doctor

Dr. John V. Spence is a family medicine physician with over 21 years of experience, practicing in Vidalia, Georgia. He earned his medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine, completed a surgery internship at Baylor College of Medicine (2001‑2002), and then a family medicine residency at Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center (2002‑2004). He also holds an MS in Biology (Parasitology and Immunobiology) from Lamar University and a BA in Biology from Emory University. Dr. Spence is affiliated with Memorial Health Meadows Hospital and has earned a “Patients’ Top Choice” award with a perfect 5/5 patient rating from 17 reviews and six patient awards for making time, listening attentively, explaining clearly, performing thorough exams, and being highly recommended. He is accepting new patients and accepts Medicare and Cigna.

• Over 21 years of experience in family medicine with a background in emergency medicine

• Patients’ Top Choice with 5/5 rating from 17 reviews

• Dual training in surgery internship and family medicine residency

• Accepting new patients

• Affiliated with Memorial Health Meadows Hospital in Vidalia, GA

Education & Training

Medical School – Saba University School of Medicine
Residency – Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center, Family Medicine (2002‑2004)
Fellowship/Additional Training –

• Baylor College of Medicine, Internship in Surgery (2001‑2002)

• Lamar University, MS in Biology (Parasitology and Immunobiology) (1994‑1996)

• Emory University, BA in Biology (1989‑1992)

Medical Conditions Treated

• Hypertension (high blood pressure)

• Diabetes mellitus (type 2)

• Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol)

• Acute respiratory infections (bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis)

• Minor injuries and lacerations

• Skin and soft tissue infections

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Depression and anxiety

• Arthritis and joint pain

• Urinary tract infections

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive physical examinations (adult, pediatric, geriatric)

• Chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia)

• Acute illness and injury care (including emergency evaluation)

• Immunizations and vaccinations

• In-office laboratory testing (blood glucose, lipid panels, urinalysis, rapid strep/flu)

• Electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation

• Minor surgical procedures (laceration repair, incision and drainage of abscesses, wart removal)

• Wound care and hyperbaric medicine (based on practice name)

• Prescription management and medication adjustments

Services Offered

Dr. Spence provides comprehensive primary care for patients of all ages, with added expertise in urgent and emergency medicine. His practice includes routine wellness exams, chronic disease management, acute illness care, and minor emergency procedures. Given his background in surgery and emergency medicine, he is well‑equipped to handle urgent complaints such as lacerations, infections, and injuries. His practice also offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy and advanced wound care (as indicated by his practice name, Georgia Hyperbaric And Wound Consulting). He emphasizes thorough examinations, clear explanations, and patient education to promote long‑term health. Same‑day appointments may be available for acute issues.

• Routine wellness exams – annual physicals, school/sports physicals, Medicare wellness visits

• Preventive care – blood pressure and cholesterol screening, diabetes screening, cancer screenings (mammography, Pap smears, colonoscopy referral)

• Chronic disease management – hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, thyroid disorders

• Acute illness and injury care – respiratory infections, UTIs, minor burns, lacerations, sprains

• Emergency medicine services – initial evaluation and stabilization of emergencies, coordination with hospital ED

• Wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy – treatment of chronic non‑healing wounds, diabetic ulcers, radiation injury

• Diagnostic services – in-office lab draws, ECG, urinalysis

• Vaccinations – flu, pneumonia, shingles, tetanus, routine childhood immunizations

• Minor surgical procedures – laceration repair, abscess drainage, skin biopsy, foreign body removal

Accepted Insurances

• Cigna (PPO)

• CMS Medicare (Medicare)

Practice Locations

Address: 101 Harris Industrial Blvd, Ste E, Vidalia, GA, 30474
Phone: (770) 309-6636

Hospital Affiliations

• Memorial Health Meadows Hospital – Vidalia, Georgia