Dr. F. Kennard Hood
Dr. Hood earned his BS in Biology, BA in Religion, and MD from Emory University. He completed his internship and residency through the Emory University Family Medicine Residency Program in 1999. After working in private practice as a family doctor for 10 years, he joined Emory Specialty Associates in 2009.
Since joining Emory Specialty Associates, Dr. Hood has served in various roles, including board member for the Emory Healthcare Network, medical director for CVS Minute Clinics, Site Lead for Emory’s Southern Crescent primary care practices, and educator for medical students and prospective advanced practice providers.
Dr. Hood enjoys treating patients of all ages and backgrounds, with a special focus on adolescents and geriatrics.
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Family Medicine
Georgia Academy of Family Practice
Awards
Emory Healthcare Network Board of Directors and Chair of Southern Crescent Local Network, 2012-2018
Graduate, Emory Professional Leadership Enrichment and Develpment Program, 2017
Chair, Family Medicine Department, Henry Medical Center, 2003-2004
Emory Family Medicine Resident of the Year, 1997, 1999
Sonny Carter Graduate Scholar, Emory University, 1992
Education
Emory University School of Medicine
Residency, Family Medicine, 1999
Emory University School of Medicine
Internship, Family Medicine, 1997
Emory University School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 1996
Board Certifications
Family Medicine
American Board of Family Medicine, 1999
Insurance Accepted
Emory accepts most major insurance plans, including private and employer-based plans, Federal health insurance marketplace plans, as well as traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage,
