Primary Care / Internal Medicine
28 EDS specialists in this category
Primary care doctors and internists knowledgeable about EDS serve as central coordinators for the multi-system care these patients need, managing referrals and monitoring overall health. An EDS-aware PCP understands the condition is systemic — not just about flexible joints — and screens for cardiovascular, GI, and neurological complications at regular intervals. Look for physicians willing to learn about EDS and coordinate with specialists, as many PCPs have limited training in connective tissue disorders. A good PCP for EDS patients will maintain a comprehensive care plan and serve as the central point of communication between multiple specialists.
Primary Care / Internal Medicine specialists are most concentrated in Arizona (3), Arkansas (2), California (2).
Last updated 2026-04-18
About Primary Care / Internal Medicine for EDS Patients
Having a primary care doctor who understands EDS can transform your healthcare experience. Instead of explaining your condition at every appointment and fighting for referrals, an EDS-aware PCP already knows what to screen for, which specialists you need, and how to coordinate care across all the different providers you may be seeing.
What to Expect
Your first visit will be a comprehensive review of your medical history, current symptoms, and specialist care. The doctor will likely want to establish baseline lab work and discuss any gaps in your current treatment plan. Bring records from your other providers and a list of all medications and supplements. Expect a longer first appointment as the doctor builds a full picture of your health.
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Arizona (3)
Thunderbird Family Medicine
Glendale, AZ
Thunderbird Family Medicine provides compassionate primary care for all ages, offering preventive care, chronic disease management, and...
HealthyU Clinics
Phoenix, AZ
HealthyU Clinics is a Multispecialty physician-owned group with clinics across the greater Phoenix Metropolitan area. In-house services...
PERLA Bienestar Center
Phoenix, AZ
PERLA Bienestar Center is a holistic primary care practice in Phoenix, Arizona, specializing in comprehensive evaluation and management of...
Arkansas (2)
Nightingale Direct Care
Clarksville, AR
Nightingale Direct Care is a Direct Primary Care Practice offering monthly membership based healthcare to individuals across the lifespan....
Baptist Health-UAMS
North Little Rock, AR
I am a scientist, not a physician. I serve as a hub for patients. We are beginning a number of research projects examining treatments and...
California (2)
Marta Long MD, Inc
Irvine, CA
Dr. Long offers consultations for patients who suspect they have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and require an initial diagnosis or a...
Aspen Family Medicine
St. Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Have been treating hEDS patients for over 10 years. We have Core Network at Casa Colina in Pomona CA where I act as the medical director
Florida (1)
Georgia (1)
Idaho (1)
Illinois (1)
Indiana (1)
Maryland (1)
Massachusetts (1)
Montana (1)
New Hampshire (1)
New Jersey (1)
New York (1)
North Carolina (1)
Oklahoma (1)
Pennsylvania (2)
Paz Osteopathic Medicine PLLC
Philadelphia, PA
Dr. Sylvia Orozco Silberman DO, Holistic Osteopathic Physician Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Providing hands-on diagnostic treatment of...
UPMC Primary Care Precision Medicine
Pittsburgh, PA
Looking for reliable and compassionate primary care services in Pittsburgh, Pa.? Look no further than Primary Care Precision Medicine. Learn...
Tennessee (1)
Texas (1)
Virginia (2)
University of Virginia Medical Center
Charlottesville, VA
Directs multiple clinics at University of Virginia Medical Center including the Pediatric Integrative Health clinic, the Autonomic...
UVA Culpeper Pediatrics
Culpeper, VA
UVA Pediatrics Clinic Culpeper in northern Virginia offers medical care for children through age 21 including routine checkups,...
Washington (2)
Spectrum Reproductive Health and Gender Affirming Care
Bellingham, WA
At Spectrum, we offer affirming gynecology in Bellingham, Washington along with expert care for menopause, hormone replacement therapy...
Rainier Health Partners
Olympia, WA
Primary and Internal Medicine specializing in complex chronic care. Offers a holistic integrative approach. Provider thinks outside of the...