Dr. Derek Heldzinger, MD, Dalton, GA

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“It was a quick and easy visit. The doctor was very reassuring and informative. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall a good experience. ”

Ashley R.July 31, 2026

About Dr. Derek Heldzinger

Dr. Derek Heldzinger is a board-certified family medicine and lifestyle medicine physician. He serves patients at Dalton Primary Care and Southeast Medical Group in Dalton, GA. Dr. Heldzinger is from Bellville, Cape Province, South Africa. He earned his M.B. Ch.B. from the University of Stellenbosch Medical School. He completed his residency training at Tygerberg Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa, and Pasqua Hospital in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. Dr. Heldzinger holds dual board certification through the Canadian College of Family Practice (CCFP) and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM), reflecting his extensive international training and his commitment to a preventive, holistic approach to healthcare. Dr. Heldzinger offers complete primary care services. He provides mental health services, addressing anxiety, depression, and stress-related disorders, as well as personalized weight management programs grounded in lifestyle medicine principles. Dr. Heldzinger performs minor procedures, including incision and drainage, laceration suturing, and Pap smears. He provides care for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, with a focus on preventive medicine and sustainable lifestyle changes that promote long-term wellness. Dr. Heldzinger is fluent in Afrikaans. Outside of medicine, he is an active outdoorsman who enjoys hiking, mountain biking, and tennis. He is passionate about health, fitness, and exercise, and he lives by the lifestyle medicine principles he advocates for his patients. Dr. Heldzinger also has a deep love for gospel music and treasures spending time with his wife and adult children.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Bronchitis

Acute urinary tract infection

Acute skin infection

Acute sinusitis

Upper respiratory Infection (URI)

Bronchitis

Acute urinary tract infection

Acute skin infection

Acute sinusitis

Office location

Southeast Medical Group

1504 N Thornton Ave, Ste 107, Dalton, GA 30720

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Education and background

Practice names

Southeast Medical Group

Education and training

Medical School - Stellenbosch University, Doctor of Medicine

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1336442037

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

5.00

Wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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It was a quick and easy visit. The doctor was very reassuring and informative. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Overall a good experience.

July 31, 2026Ashley R.Verified patient

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What practice does Dr. Derek Heldzinger work with?

Dr. Derek Heldzinger works with Southeast Medical Group.

Where is Dr. Derek Heldzinger's office located?

Dr. Derek Heldzinger's office is located at 1504 N Thornton Ave, Dalton, GA 30720.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Derek Heldzinger?

Dr. Derek Heldzinger frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Annual Physical, Foot Consultation, and Illness. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Derek Heldzinger on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Derek Heldzinger speak?

Dr. Derek Heldzinger speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Derek Heldzinger in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Dr. Derek Heldzinger. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.