Ashfaq Tapia, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician practicing at his clinic in Paris, TX, dedicated to providing comprehensive Internal Medicine care to his patients. He is registered with The Texas Medical Board and practices under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act). Internal Medicine Physicians (Internists) are adult primary care doctors (MD or DO) providing comprehensive preventive care, managing common and complex chronic conditions, diagnosing diverse illnesses, and coordinating specialist care for adults, serving as a central point of contact for ongoing health needs across the whole family. Dr. Tapia serves patients 18 years and older, and is currently welcoming new patients. Please call (903) 739-7920 to schedule an appointment.
Dr. Ashfaq Tapia, MD is an internist in Paris, TX and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Lokmanya Tilak Medical College in 1997 and completed his residency training in Internal Medicine at Rochester General Hospital in 2008. With over 25 years of dedicated experience, he brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and care to his patients. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and affiliated with Paris Regional Health. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments. My goal is to achieve 100% patient satisfaction. I believe that compassion is the most important aspect of medical care. Our practice guarantees that patients will be seen the same day or the very next day if they call for an acute sickness. Dr. Tapia is fluent in Gujarati and also offers consultations in Hindi.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Tapia is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Tapia's approach to internal medicine care is patient-centered and comprehensive. He provides a full range of preventive care, effectively manages chronic conditions, and diagnoses a wide array of illnesses. His practice prioritizes clear communication, ensuring patients understand their health needs and treatment plans, and he expertly coordinates specialist care when necessary, acting as a central point of contact for all aspects of a patient's health journey.
By working together, you and Dr. Tapia can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Aetna
Assurant Health
Blue Advantage HMO
Coventry Health Care
Golden Rule
HealthSmart
Universal American
Also Accepts These Carriers
- Ambetter
- Anthem
- Blue Access
- Blue Access PPO
- Blue Advantage
- Blue Advantage PPO
- Blue Advantage Plus
- Blue Advantage Plus HMO
- Blue Card
- Blue Care Connection PPO
- Blue Care HMO
- Blue Care Network
- Blue Care Network Advantage
- Blue Care Security
- Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield POS
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue HMO
- Blue Plan 65 Medicare Supplement HMO
- Blue Plan 65 Medicare Supplement PPO
- Blue Preferred
- Blue Preferred PPO
- Blue Select
- Blue Solutions HMO
- Blue Traditional
- Blue Traditional HMO
- Blue Traditional POS
- Blue Traditional PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice Plus POS
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Federal Employee Program
- GEHA
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Health Net
- HealthFirst
- Healthfirst
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Humana
- Medicare Advantage PFFS
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Navigate HMO
- Navigate POS
- Open Access Plus
- Options PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
- Preferred PPO
- Superior Health Plan
- United Healthcare
- UnitedHealthCare
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Tapia offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Diabetes: An internist plays a key role in managing diabetes, a long-term health issue impacting how your body uses sugar for energy, by developing a personalized treatment plan involving medication, diet, and exercise.
- Chronic Neck Pain: Experiencing long-term neck pain? An internist can evaluate your condition, rule out serious causes, and work with you to find pain relief and improve your quality of life.
- Pneumonia: Internists help manage pneumonia, a serious lung infection, by prescribing medications, monitoring your symptoms, and providing supportive care to help you recover.
- Hypoglycemia: An internist can identify the cause of your hypoglycemia, whether it's related to medication, diet, or an underlying health issue, and recommend the appropriate treatment.
- Asthma: Asthma causes wheezing and shortness of breath; internists provide assessments, prescribe inhalers and other treatments, and monitor your condition.
- Diverticulitis: Your internist can help you if you have diverticulitis, a painful condition caused by infected or inflamed pouches in your large intestine, by prescribing medicine and recommending dietary changes.
- Heart Palpitations: Heart palpitations are feelings of a rapid, fluttering, or pounding heartbeat that an internist can diagnose and help manage through medication, lifestyle changes, or other treatments.
- Wheezing: Wheezing sounds like whistling when you breathe and could signal a serious health problem; an internist can help determine the cause and create a treatment plan.
- Muscle Cramping: An internist plays a crucial role in evaluating and treating muscle cramping, ensuring the condition is appropriately managed and doesn't interfere with your daily life.
- Osteoarthritis: Your internist plays a key role in helping you live well with osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint condition, by providing treatment options and monitoring your progress.
- Diverticulosis: If you have diverticulosis, small bulges in your colon, your internist can help you manage your symptoms and reduce your risk of complications like infection.
- Chronic Pain: Internists are doctors for adults who can diagnose and treat various types of chronic pain, offering long-term management strategies to improve your quality of life.
This list represents some of the common conditions treated. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional.
To provide comprehensive and patient-centered care, Dr. Tapia offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Advance Directive End of Life Planning: By creating an advance directive, you can ensure your healthcare decisions align with your values and preferences.
- Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures: An internist helps organize your healthcare if you have multiple health problems or need several specialists' input, improving your overall health.
- Chronic Care Management: It's a program designed to help adults with ongoing medical issues get the support they need to prevent complications and improve their quality of life.
- Electrocardiogram (EKG): An EKG is a painless test that records the electrical signals from your heart, providing valuable information to diagnose heart conditions and guide treatment.
- Physical Examination: A physical exam is a head-to-toe check-up where your doctor examines your body to look for any signs of illness or health problems.
- Smoking Cessation Counseling: Get expert advice and support to quit smoking with personalized counseling from your internal medicine physician.
- Spirometry: Spirometry is a simple breathing test that measures how well your lungs are working.
- Urinalysis: Your doctor may order a urinalysis to help diagnose a urinary tract infection, kidney disease, or diabetes.
- Wellness Examination: This check-up helps prevent future health issues through early detection and personalized advice.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for their professional license in Texas.
Dr. Tapia is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how proactive care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- By following a personalized treatment plan, including medication, dietary adjustments, and regular exercise, a patient successfully managed their diabetes, leading to improved blood sugar control and a healthier lifestyle.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan from an internist, a patient experienced significant pain reduction and improved mobility, allowing them to return to their normal activities. By consistently following the prescribed exercises and medication, the patient effectively managed their chronic neck pain.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and treatment plan, the patient successfully managed their pneumonia, regaining their energy and returning to their normal activities. Working with their internist, the patient felt empowered to take control of their health and recovery.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
- Primary Location:
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1800 Farm Road 195, Paris, TX, 75462
Phone: (903) 739-7920
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- Rochester General Hospital (Residency Hospital) - 2008
- Lokmanya Tilak Medical College (Medical School) - 1997
- American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving Internal Medicine care with Dr. Tapia:
- What is the difference between an Internal Medicine doctor and a Family Medicine doctor?
- Internal Medicine physicians, or Internists, specialize in adult health care (typically age 18 and older). They have extensive training in diagnosing and treating complex adult illnesses and managing chronic conditions. Family Medicine physicians, on the other hand, care for patients of all ages, including children.
- I have multiple chronic conditions, like heart disease and diabetes. Is an Internist a good choice for me?
- Yes, an internist is an excellent choice. Managing multiple chronic conditions is a core strength of internal medicine. Dr. Tapia is an expert in understanding how different adult diseases interact and can coordinate all aspects of care, including medications and specialist visits, to create a cohesive health plan.
- How do you coordinate care with my other doctors, like my cardiologist or surgeon?
- Dr. Tapia serves as the central point for your care, coordinating with your cardiologist and surgeon. We will manage referrals, review specialist reports, and ensure all treatments and medications work together safely and effectively.
- Do you only treat sick patients, or do you also focus on preventive care?
- Dr. Tapia and our practice prioritize preventive care as a major focus. We are dedicated to adult wellness and disease prevention, including annual physicals, management of risk factors, and recommended screenings for adults.
- Can you help me manage my medications?
- Yes. Medication management is a critical part of internal medicine, especially for patients with multiple conditions. Dr. Tapia will review all of your prescriptions (even those from specialists) to check for interactions, ensure proper dosing, and simplify your regimen whenever possible.
- Since you don't treat children, will I need to find a new doctor when I get older?
- No. Internal medicine covers the entire adult lifespan, and many internists, like Dr. Tapia, have expertise in geriatrics, making them well-suited for your care as you age.
- What kind of adult immunizations do you provide?
- Dr. Tapia provides common adult vaccines, including the annual flu shot, tetanus boosters (Tdap), shingles (Shingrix), and pneumonia (Prevnar/Pneumovax) vaccines. She will review your immunization history and recommend vaccinations based on your age, health status, and CDC guidelines.
- I have a set of confusing symptoms that other doctors haven't been able to diagnose. Can an Internist help?
- Yes, an internist like Dr. Tapia can definitely help. Internists are highly trained in diagnosing complex medical issues, often considered "medical detectives." Dr. Tapia is skilled at evaluating a wide range of symptoms, even unusual ones, to arrive at an accurate diagnosis.
1800 Farm Road 195
Paris TX 75462
Phone: (903) 739-7920
Ashfaq Tapia, MD is regulated by the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Physicians - Medical Practice Act) in Texas and is licensed by The Texas Medical Board.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1295997930
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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