About OptumMD
A Membership Based Wellness & Longevity Clinic in Atlanta, GA
“The OptumMD team receiving an award for Best Concierge Medical Practice in Atlanta”
We Provide Membership Based Care Focused on Wellness and Longevity
OptumMD is a revolutionary internal medicine and wellness practice focused on delivering the highest quality of healthcare, in a personal and compassionate manner, with an emphasis on providing each patient the attention, respect and time he or she needs.
Our practice is based on the concierge medical care model. Concierge medical care is an innovative form of healthcare that provides patients with personalized, quality medical care and physician access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for urgent medical matters.
This personalized level of service is secured with an annual membership fee.
When you become part of OptumMD you are hiring us as your partner in health. During your office visits at OptumMD, you will be seen by our physicians with little or no wait and will be ensured sufficient time during your appointment in order to have all your questions answered. In this practice, you truly have a healthcare advocate, ensuring continuity of care and enhancing the quality of your care. In short, delivering healthcare the way it should be.
OptumMD’s approach is to interact and partner with you to ensure your optimum health and wellness. We will strive to expertly manage your healthcare experience with a focus on quality medical care and an emphasis on personalized medical care with timely appointments and longer visits.
From your first encounter you will notice that this is not a typical medical practice. We will manage your path towards wellness and ensure that your acute medical problems, chronic medical conditions, and psychological concerns are addressed with diligence and attention to detail in a manner that is not usually seen by standard medical practices.
In addition, our established professional relationships with the best doctors in Atlanta will not only compliment your care, but ensure that you are supported with the most up to date treatments in medicine. It would be our privilege to serve you. We look forward to becoming your new medical home.
Our Physicians
Edward Espinosa, DO, MPH
Dr. Edward Espinosa is board-certified in internal medicine.
Dr. Edward Espinosa is an internal medicine physician at OptumMD, bringing over 20 years of clinical medicine and hospital medicine experience to his practice. He completed medical school at the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed a three-year internal medicine residency at the Alton Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also holds a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology from the Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.
An Atlanta native, he has a longstanding presence in the Atlanta medical community, leveraging strong professional relationships with many of the top specialists in the area. He is a member of the medical staff at Northside Hospital and Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta. Dr. Espinosa is dedicated to promoting wellness and disease prevention, with a particular focus on early detection and diagnosis of disease in its earliest, most treatable stages. Disease prevention and longevity is one of his areas of focus.
Dr. Espinosa specializes in the diagnosis and management of chronic conditions including heart disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, diabetes, arthritis, asthma, and depression. His areas of interest also encompass obesity medicine and hormone therapies.
Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Espinosa enjoys spending time with his family. His hobbies include boating, traveling, scuba diving, and exercising. He is also fluent in Spanish.
Education and Certifications:
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Board-certified by American Board of Internal Medicine
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Residency, Internal Medicine, Alton Ochsner Clinic Foundation, New Orleans, LA
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D.O. New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury, NY
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M.P.H. Public Health and Epidemiology, Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, New Orleans, LA
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B.S. Biology and Psychology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA
Valerie Pershad, MD, IFMCP
Dr. Valerie Pershad is board-certified in internal medicine and functional medicine.
Dr. Pershad launched her career in internal medicine as a hospitalist nearly a decade ago and has been a lifestyle coach since 2021. After receiving her bachelor’s degree from New York University and her medical degree from George Washington University in Washington, DC, she returned to NYC to complete her residency in Internal Medicine at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. She’s board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine. With a focus on proactive, preventative care, Dr. Pershad utilizes her medical expertise to offer personalized, lifestyle-driven support that empowers patients to take control of their health.
Dr. Pershad is a wife and new mom who enjoys cooking, gardening and is working towards getting her yoga certification. She enjoys growing her own herbs and using them to experiment with different healthy recipes.
Dr. Pershad focuses on listening and creating personalized goals with members. “When I first meet a new patient, I like to have an in-depth conversation with them. Details are important: I want to know what has happened in their life that has led them to see me. All that background is rich with information. Then we can create a care plan together that is bound to be more successful because it’s completely customized.”
Education and Certifications:
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Board-certified by American Board of Internal Medicine
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Certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine
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Certified Health Coach by The Institute of Integrative Nutrition
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Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Residency Program at North Shore University Hospital and Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Long Island, NY
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M.D. from George Washington University, Washington D.C.
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B.A. in Metropolitan Studies, Pre-Medicine, New York University, New York, NY
Our Staff
Dom Fourte
Operations & Engagement Director
Dominae is originally from Chicago and moved to Atlanta with her sister, Trinity. She brings a strong background in hospitality management to her role and is currently studying healthcare management at Georgia State University.
Dominae is passionate about delivering a patient-first experience that feels thoughtful, organized, and personal. She works behind the scenes to streamline processes, with the patient experience always in mind.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her sister and trying new recipes.
Trinity Fourte
Patient Services Coordinator
Trinity is originally from Chicago and is a Health Science graduate of Spelman College. She currently serves as a Patient Services Coordinator at a concierge internal medicine practice, where she supports patients with
scheduling, communication, and care coordination.
Trinity is passionate about patient-centered care and enjoys spending time with her sister and scrapbooking outside of work.
Joy Stanley
Director of Practice Growth and Experience
Joy graduated from University of Georgia and has lived in the Atlanta area for the last 20 years with her husband and 2 children. She has worked in marketing and membership with several great organizations before coming to OptumMD.
Joy thoroughly enjoys getting to know all of our patients as they become members and sharing in their excitement about being part of a practice who has the patient’s care at heart.
Erin Burger
Registered Nurse
Erin grew up in Oklahoma, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Oklahoma. After meeting her husband, they moved to Omaha, Nebraska, where they were stationed with the Air Force for 13 years, and Erin later earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nebraska Methodist College in 2022.
She now lives in Roswell with her husband and three children and enjoys reading, spending time with friends, being a sports mom, and savoring the rare moments of quiet time.
Kelly Espinosa
Registered Nurse
Kelly was born in Jacksonville, Florida and is a graduate of Georgia Baptist College of Nursing in Atlanta, earning her nursing degree in 1999. Her background includes working as a pediatric diabetes educator and in the neurology intensive care unit, and she also assisted Dr. Espinosa in establishing the concierge practice in 2008.
She values the long-term relationships built with patients over time and enjoys caring for patients who feel more like family.
She currently lives in Atlanta with Dr. Espinosa, their two daughters, and their two mini goldendoodles, andenjoys traveling, working out, and water sports.
Emily Razza
Registered and Licensed Dietitian – MS, RDN, LDN
Emily Razza is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian with over 16 years of experience providing evidence-based nutrition care within clinical, corporate, and concierge medical settings.
Her approach extends far beyond food to address metabolic health, cardiometabolic risk, sleep, stress, and sustainable behavior change in collaboration with physicians and care teams. Emily focuses on translating clinical data and health goals into practical, personalized strategies that support long-term outcomes.
Outside of work, she enjoys staying active, spending time with her family, and experimenting in the kitchen.
Jackie Warren
Registered Dietitian – MS, RD
Jackie Warren, MS, RD, is a Registered Dietitian with over 20 years of experience in corporate wellness and preventive health. She specializes in evidence-based nutrition strategies that support metabolic health, cardiometabolic risk reduction, and sustainable lifestyle change.
Jackie takes a whole-person approach—integrating nutrition with behavior change, stress management, and real-world routines—to help individuals
translate health data and goals into practical, lasting outcomes. She collaborates closely with interdisciplinary care teams to deliver personalized, results-driven care.
Outside of her professional work, Jackie enjoys hiking, continuous learning, and creating simple, nourishing meals.
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How OptumMD Gives Back
Every year, OptumMD selects a local charity to sponsor. For this charity, 3% of all membership fees for the year go to this organizations.
OptumMD also offers a referral program. We grow by word of mouth. Our existing patients receive a discount on their upcoming membership fee each time they refer a new patient.