The Atlanta Internists

03/17/2026

The Atlanta Internists have joined the international Walk With A Doc movement and we’re so excited to officially launch Walk With a Doc in Sandy Springs!

Our first walk details:
🗓 Saturday, March 21st
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Morgan Falls Overlook – Springway Trail

This physician-led walking group is a safe, fun, and FREE community event where you’ll take a walk at your own pace, learn about a health topic, and help build community! After this Saturday's kickoff, we will be walking monthly on every 3rd Saturday at 9:00 AM.

Take a STEP toward better health with:
👟 Physical activity
🩺 Health education
❤️ Social connection
🌳 Time in nature

✨ All ages welcome
✨ All activity levels welcome
✨ Wheelchairs & strollers welcome

Whether you’re a marathoner, just getting started, walking for stress relief, or simply want good company…this space is for you!

Bring a friend. Bring your family. Bring your questions. Let’s walk, talk, and strengthen our community one step at a time.

Sandy Springs, GA Join us for Walk with a Doc – a free community walking program! Each event is led by a local healthcare provider and is open to people of all ages and abilities. The program allows participants to safely take a walk, learn about current health topics, and meet new people. We hope...

03/07/2026

Did you catch Dr. Desai this morning on Atlanta News First? In case you missed it, here is his segment!

As spring allergy season ramps up in Atlanta, Direct Primary Care physician Dhaval R. Desai, MD, shares practical advice on choosing over-the-counter allergy medications, allergy-proofing your home, and telling the difference between allergies and the common cold. Learn simple, everyday steps to eas...

03/06/2026

Spring is almost here in Atlanta as temperatures warm up this week, which also means pollen season is in full swing. We are here to help through that. Friday at 10:00 AM, Dr. Desai will be sharing on TV on ATL Live on Atlanta News First! Dr. Desai will be interviewed live to talk about seasonal allergies, including how to tell the difference between allergies and a cold, the most effective over-the-counter treatments, and simple ways to reduce pollen exposure at home and outdoors.
(Photo by Allef Vinicius on Unsplash)

01/25/2026

We hope everyone is staying warm and dry at home today. With the cold air and potential refreezing overnight, our office will be closed on Monday, January 26th. Patients, please check your email.

11/25/2025

🥼🩺Thank You to The Atlanta Internists Team!

Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Desai, Dr. Fitzgerald, and their incredible team from The Atlanta Internists. As Direct Primary Care physicians, they shared valuable insights on the importance of wellness practices and proactive health care.

We are truly grateful for the time they took to visit us and for the knowledge they shared with our SSPD staff. Thank you for your dedication to promoting wellness and for supporting our team!

10/02/2025

Pink is more than a color—it’s a reminder of resilience, courage, and unity. In honor of every battle fought and every life touched, we stand together in pink.

10/02/2025

Today was October 1st, and that means Dr. Capó has now officially turned over his practice to Dr. Dhaval Desai. The staff celebrated today with a small in-office party, and Dr. Desai welcomed his very first patient, Ms. Lori Gaffney!

Thank you to everyone who participated in Dr. Desai's coffee and chat sessions and/or attended the reception in September. It was great to see all of you! As a reminder, Dr. Capó will be in the office for the next three months, so if you would like to see him, you still can.

07/24/2025

What are you doing for fun this summer? Traveling? Spending time with family? Pursuing a new hobby? Let us know in the comments below!

Next question...what are you doing to make sure you stay hydrated during these HOT summer months? This article from the Mayo Clinic has some good tips. We'd love to hear your thoughts and your personal best practices as well. Please share below!

Learn why it’s essential to stay hydrated, how to know if you're drinking enough water and get tips for upping your water game.

05/15/2025

From headaches and fatigue to hair loss and sleep troubles, the symptoms marking the transition to menopause can overlap with other conditions. Here's what to know and how to get help.

01/09/2025

Due to the approaching winter storm, our office will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 10th. Everyone, stay safe this weekend. Please stay off the roads and keep warm.

10/01/2024

Now is the time! Everybody needs to get a flu shot and a Covid vaccine.

If you usually get the regular Trivalent flu shot, you can receive that at our office.

Patients, please check your email dated October 1 for other important details regarding flu/Covid vaccines.

09/26/2024

Weather Related Update/Closure:
With the approaching storm, our office will be closing at 1:30 PM on Thursday, 9/26, in order to get our staff home safely. At this time, our plan is to re-open at 10:00 AM on Friday, 9/27, but that is subject to change based on conditions. Patients, please monitor your email for updates. Please be cautious and stay safe in this weather.