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Dr. Kent Lyon, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
3.0 (4)
Map Pin Small Athens, GA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Kent Lyon, MD

Dr. Kent Lyon, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Athens, GA. They specialize in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. They graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and is affiliated with South Texas Health System McAllen, South Texas Health System Edinburg and AdventHealth Palm Coast. Dr. Lyon, completed a residency at Portsmouth Naval Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Lyon an average 3.0 star rating.

Dr. Lyon works at Elder John F MD Office in Athens, GA with other offices in Daytona Beach, FL and McAllen, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Diabetic Polyneuropathy and Leg and Foot Ulcers along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Lyon's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Athens Diabetes & Endocrinology
    700 Sunset Dr Ste 601, Athens, GA 30606 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (706) 549-4155
  2. 2
    Florida Health Care Plan Pharmacy
    350 N Clyde Morris Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (386) 238-3200
  3. 3
    Endocrinology
    1801 S 5th St Ste 214, McAllen, TX 78503 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (956) 618-3726

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Admitting Hospitals

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  • South Texas Health System McAllen
  • South Texas Health System Edinburg
  • AdventHealth Palm Coast

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Diabetic Polyneuropathy
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Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Thyroid Hormone Replacement
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Diabetes Counseling
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
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Pituitary Gland Cancer
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Primary Hyperparathyroidism
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COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
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Overweight
Perimenopause
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Polyneuropathy
Potassium Deficiency
Primary Adrenocortical Insufficiency
Proteinuria
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Restless Leg Syndrome
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Diabetic Evaluation
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VAP Lipid Testing
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    About Dr. Kent Lyon, MD

    Specialties*
    • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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    Years of Experience
    • 46 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1063476364
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • National Naval Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Portsmouth Naval Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Baylor College of Medicine Affil Hosps
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Kent Lyon, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Lyon is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Lyon has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Lyon has seen patients for Diabetic Polyneuropathy and Leg and Foot Ulcers, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Lyon on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Lyon. The overall rating for this provider is 3.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lyon.

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