Allen M. Hoffman, MD

"After completing his undergraduate studies and medical training at Emory University, his desire to serve the underserved took him to Albany, Georgia and the United States Public Services Corps. In 1986, he and his wife, Betsy, settled in Marietta where he has since practiced Internal Medicine. Education and Training Undergraduate: Oxford College of Emory University, Oxford, Georgia, Associate of Arts, 1975 Emory College of Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, 1977 Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 1981 Internal Medicine Internship: University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida, 1981-1982 Internal Medicine Residency: Emory Affiliated Hospitals, 1982-1984 Professional Certification American Board of Internal Medicine, 1984 Professional Organizations Cobb County Medical Society Medical Association of Georgia The linchpin of Dr. Hoffman's philosophy of care is simple - time. This means taking time to build relationships with his patients, dedicating time to intimately understand their health needs and goals, and allowing whatever time is needed to ensure top-notch assessment, guidance and advocacy. Dr. Hoffman believes that time is essential to provide quality healthcare. Dr. Hoffman is an avid lifelong learner, enjoys travelling, hiking, gardening and honing his skills as an amateur meteorologist. Dr. Hoffman and Betsy have been married for 38 years and currently live in Kennesaw with their chocolate Labrador, Toby. Doctor Hoffman has two grown children Allen Jr.and Michell who both are eductors."

"Imagine primary care the way it should be – a direct, personal relationship with your doctor who provides preventive and on-demand personalized healthcare that is attentive and convenient. No waiting rooms, rushed office visits, insurance time limits or inflated network insurance costs to get in the way of high quality care designed especially for you. Direct Primary Care of Marietta (DPCM) is bringing back the quality of care that comes when your doctor knows in detail every single one of his patients. By cutting out the insurance middleman, ours members enjoy convenient, easy access to their personal physician 24/7/365 by telephone, text, email, office or even house calls. We help keep you well with a focus on prevention delivering the best possible results with the highest level of service and care. The linchpin of our philosophy of care is simple: More time, better care! This means building a trusting relationship with you by taking the time to listen to and understand you, your lifestyle and your personal goals. My experience, credentials, knowledge, technology and empathy all integrate into this one important attribute of trust. I allow whatever time is needed to ensure top-notch assessment, guidance and advocacy and stand ready to help you in any possible way with the tools you need to succeed. Direct Primary Care patients are healthier, less likely to visit emergency rooms and less likely to be admitted to the hospital. On average, they have lower cholesterol and blood pressure and experience better management of chronic diseases with reduced risk and better management of cancer, heart disease, diabetes and stroke. We judge our success squarely on your happiness and satisfaction with the treatment results you desire and expect and I trust the final outcomes and results achieved will meet or exceed your expectations."