Dr. Douglas C. Ginas

About the Doctor

Dr. Douglas C. Ginas is a family medicine physician in Albertville, Alabama, with more than 21 years of experience. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and also holds an M.D. from Autonoma University Guadalajara (1979–1983). He completed his family medicine residency at St Luke’s University Hospital/Warren Hospital (1990–1993). Dr. Ginas is recognized as a Patients’ Top Choice, reflected in his 5/5 patient rating based on 20 reviews. Patients highlight that he listens attentively and performs thorough examinations. He has been designated an “Expert” in two conditions and has expertise in managing chronic hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic diabetes, lower back pain, and ankle/foot injuries. Dr. Ginas is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South and accepts insurance plans including Blue Cross, United Healthcare, and Medicaid.

• Patients’ Top Choice awardee with a 5/5 rating (20 reviews)

• Over 21 years of experience in family medicine

• Expertise in hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, lower back pain, and ankle/foot injuries

• Accepts Medicaid; affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South

Education & Training

Medical School – Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine; also Autonoma University Guadalajara (M.D., Medicine, 1979–1983)
Residency – St Luke’s University Hospital/Warren Hospital, Family Medicine, 1990–1993
Fellowship/Additional Training – None specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Chronic hypertension (high blood pressure)

• High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia)

• Chronic diabetes (type 1 and type 2)

• Lower back pain

• Ankle/foot injury

• Allergies

• Asthma

• Upper respiratory infections

• Thyroid disorders

• Depression and anxiety

• Obesity/weight management

Medical Procedures Performed

• Annual physical exams (wellness, school, sports, employment)

• Chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia)

• Adult and pediatric immunizations

• In‑office laboratory testing (blood work, urinalysis, rapid strep/flu)

• Electrocardiograms (EKGs)

• Minor wound care and suture removal

• Joint and trigger point injections

• Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) – inferred from DO degree

• Preventive health screenings

• Patient education and lifestyle counseling

Services Offered

Dr. Ginas provides comprehensive family medicine care for patients of all ages, focusing on both acute and chronic health needs. His services include routine checkups, preventive screenings, and management of long‑term conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol. He also treats common injuries like ankle and foot problems, as well as lower back pain. Dr. Ginas performs in‑office diagnostic testing, minor procedures, and osteopathic manipulative treatment when indicated. He emphasizes attentive listening and thorough examinations, ensuring that patients feel heard and involved in their care. The practice may offer same‑day appointments for urgent concerns. Telehealth availability is not specified; please contact the office directly.

List of services:

• Annual physicals and wellness exams

• Chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol)

• Acute illness care (colds, flu, infections)

• Injury care (ankle/foot injuries, back pain)

• Preventive care and immunizations

• In‑office diagnostic testing (labs, EKG)

• Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT)

• Minor procedures (joint injections, wound care)

• Lifestyle and nutritional counseling

• Coordination of care with specialists

Accepted Insurances

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Medicare, PPO)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Medicaid (accepted)

Practice Locations

Address: 201 W Main St, Albertville, AL 35950
Phone: (256) 251-2012

Hospital Affiliations

• Marshall Medical Center South – Boaz / Albertville, AL