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Your Trusted Primary Care Partner in Maryland
First Medical Associates is a trusted primary care provider with 11 convenient locations across Maryland. Our practice is built on a foundation of personalized, patient-centered care, delivering comprehensive medical services to individuals and families throughout the region. With a team of experienced physicians and advanced care practitioners, we specialize in accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and preventive care for patients of all ages. Our services include annual physicals, chronic disease management, urgent care, and specialized programs for diabetes, asthma, mental health, and geriatric care. We partner with hundreds of distinguished specialists to ensure seamless referrals when needed. Our state-of-the-art facilities feature on-site laboratories and diagnostic tools for prompt medical services. Committed to community health, we accept most major insurance providers and offer walk-in appointments for urgent needs. With 24/7 availability and a focus on long-term patient relationships, we strive to be your trusted partner in maintaining optimal health through every stage of life.
Services
Primary Care
Urgent Care
Diabetes Management
Asthma Treatment
Geriatric Care
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for urgent medical needs
- Our team includes experienced physicians and specialists
- We provide comprehensive care with on-site diagnostic facilities
- We accept most major insurance providers in Maryland
- We maintain electronic medical records for coordinated care
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Quick appointment access
Comprehensive care
Friendly environment
Effective treatment
Services
Primary Care
Our primary care services provide comprehensive, ongoing medical care for patients of all ages. We focus on preventive care, early detection of health issues, and management of chronic conditions. Our physicians coordinate with specialists when needed and maintain electronic medical records for seamless care continuity. Services include routine check-ups, vaccinations, and personalized health education to help patients maintain optimal wellness throughout their lives.
Urgent Care
Our urgent care services address non-life-threatening medical conditions requiring prompt attention. Available through walk-in appointments, we treat acute illnesses, minor injuries, and exacerbations of chronic conditions. Our facilities offer rapid diagnostic testing and treatment for common urgent issues while maintaining continuity with patients' primary care providers for follow-up care when needed.
Diabetes Management
We provide comprehensive diabetes management focusing on blood sugar control, complication prevention, and lifestyle modifications. Our approach includes regular monitoring, medication management, dietary counseling, and patient education. We work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that address both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, emphasizing long-term health maintenance and quality of life improvements.
Asthma Treatment
Our asthma treatment program offers diagnostic testing, personalized management plans, and acute attack treatment. We conduct pulmonary function tests for accurate diagnosis and monitor disease progression. Our care includes trigger identification, medication management, and nebulizer treatments for acute symptoms, with ongoing support to help patients maintain optimal respiratory health.
Geriatric Care
Specialized geriatric care addresses the unique health needs of older adults. We focus on managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, and age-related health changes. Our comprehensive approach includes fall prevention, cognitive health monitoring, and coordination with specialists to maintain physical function and quality of life for senior patients.
Questions
What services does First Medical Associates offer?
We provide primary care, urgent care, chronic disease management, annual physicals, preventive screenings, and specialized programs for diabetes, asthma, mental health, and geriatric care.
Do you accept walk-in patients?
Yes, we welcome walk-in patients for urgent care needs at all our Maryland locations during operating hours.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, CareFirst, Humana, Medicaid, Medicare, and most secondary insurances except Cigna and United Health Care Commercial Plans.
Are your clinics open after regular business hours?
Yes, our providers are available 24/7 for urgent medical needs, with on-call support when offices are closed.
How can I schedule an appointment?
You can schedule appointments by calling us at 301-284-3181 or through our online patient portal for non-urgent visits.
Reviews (30)
Ann Adjei
May 22, 2022
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Very nice workers and understanding people. Dr Samantha Murray is my physician and she is awesome. They were able to help me get an appointment the same day and I requested to do that online and they did. I love the flexibility and how caring everyone is. Thank you.
Hayley Dutton
May 19, 2022
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Dr. Nguyen is great. He seems genuinely concerned for his patients well being and continues to follow up. The office is clean and the nurses are polite. They also do blood work in office, which is convenient.
Zuzana Olajcova
May 17, 2022
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Dr. Murray provided an excellent care. She is very thorough in examination and answers every question in details. She has warm personality and makes me feel comfortable. I would highly recommend her care.
Rob Dowling
Apr 22, 2022
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My family and I are relatively new patients with Doctors First Primary Care and we've been happy that we chose this Medical Practice. I've had positive and satisfying experiences from the Front Desk Staff to the Techs, Doctors, and PA's, and when having labwork done! Mrs. Murray is patient with me and supportive of my needs. I never feel rushed. Her overall level of care has been terrific. I appreciate her calming demeanor and I feel completely at ease talking with her and sharing information. Thank you.
Dyanna Rivera
Apr 18, 2022
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This office is AMAZING some of the many things that I love is that they send me my check in paper work a couple of days before my appointment when I confirm my appointment via text so that way when I go I don't have to fill out any paper work! They are super sweet and kind! The girls on the front desk are wonderful and extremely helpful. My doctor is extremely respectful and attentive to all my medical needs. Their office is extremely clean which is a mega plus, This is the best doctor I have EVER had!.
Carlos Gonzalez
Mar 26, 2022
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Nice medical office in Germantown MD. The receptionist are great and welcoming of any new client. Dr. Nguyen was very empathetic to my situation. He asked lots of probing questions and made great recommendations. The service I received was excellent and I would highly recommend this practice to anyone looking for a good doctor!
Dianna Agape
Mar 19, 2022
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I have been a patient for many years, close to 10. I really appreciate the welcoming and friendly reception staff and medical assistants. My current physician Dr. Samantha Murray is GREAT also, she is very caring, knowledgeable and listens to all my concerns. The Lab Technician from Florida is very gentle and the best painless phlebotomist I know. I'm here to STAY, & VERY GRATEFUL
Sang Cho
Mar 02, 2022
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Dr. Nguyen is super friendly and asked detailed question about my medical condition. staff is also very informative and friendly. i arrived on time ans i saw the doctor immediately. there is no waiting period, which is very rare for doctor office and i want to give big credit for that! recommend anyone who need primary physician!
Bonnie Gaither
Feb 16, 2022
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I was nervous changing doctors after being with one for over 14 years, but the staff here was so kind! Dr. Samantha Murray was excellent and made me feel comfortable. I believe I made the right choice! I am a Happy New Patient!
Summer P.
Jul 27, 2021
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I went to this place a few months ago to get some bloodwork done because I was having some pretty bad stomach issues. I went back today and the lady at the front desk was horrible. She was so rude and told me I have never gone there before even though I got my blood tests not that long ago. Cant they check on their system that I had been there prior to this day? Also, Dr. Maliks name is on my insurance card and she told me they never took my insurance before and never will. Horrible staff with horrible service.
Dgtlj J.
Mar 12, 2020
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If I could give zero stars I would. Unprofessional. Uncaring. Unbelievable. I've been waiting to move from this practice. Their latest incompetence has given me incentive to do so. See ya!
Rina R.
Feb 19, 2020
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I am a new patient of Samantha Murray at Doctors First. I must say that I am very impressed with the quality of care, level of professionalism and warmth I have experienced there. I'm grateful.
Debra B.
Feb 03, 2020
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She is always up to date on my well being. Respectable person. I highly recommend seeing her, if you want a great doctor.
Maurice B.
Dec 30, 2019
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I was so pleased and impressed with the time and thoroughness Dr. Qureshi showed in examining me to deal with my chest congestion and general cold/flu-like condition. Dr. Qureshi's treatment plan and planned Rx for relieving my condition is most welcome and appreciated. The time she took to focus on me directly and my issues were fantastic.
Cindy L.
Dec 16, 2019
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I would give higher stars if possible. I lived in MD for two years while on a job assignment and began having health issues. Dr. Malik took extraordinary time with me to understand the issues and responded quickly to my questions. His office uses state of the art technology to book appointments and communicate with patients. He and his staff are first rate!
Reecie J.
Dec 04, 2019
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This is by far the best facility I've been to. The staff are kind, helpful, and caring. Dr. LaPointe is AWESOME. Wait time wasn't bad, and they help you through the registration process if you're a first time patient. Will definitely recommend these guys to anyone interested.
Harvard The B.
Oct 07, 2019
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Far and away the most unprofessional and incompetent staff I've ever encountered. Ms. Murray incorrectly informed me that their lab would test for the condition I was concerned about. It was only when I asked the tech taking my blood that I learned they did not. She then gave me two referrals to places that she promised tested for the condition. I made appointments, only to find the first didn't and then I called the second place and found they didn't either. Then when I found the place in my own, the office refused to fax my records over despite the secretary calling three times. Just horrible.
Ursula P.
Jul 25, 2019
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The name describes it all. I had just moved to Montgomery Village and had a terrible backache. Since I did not have a primary care physician yet, I called up Doctors First. Turns out the doctor wasn't available for six weeks, so I ended up with their PAC. She asked what was wrong, took my vitals and prescribed steroids without ever touching my back. They did not help at all and after a week, I found a new doctor.
I called them that I didn't need their follow-up anymore. In spite of that, they called me twice and Dr. Malik even wrote me a letter regarding my "sick appointment." When the bill came, the had billed me for an extended office visit, while I was there for less than 10 minutes. No help for 149.50! The office staff is rude, ignoring me while singing to their song. Once I called back within two minutes and they had no idea who I was. Their behavior should have warned me. Never, ever will I go back to Doctors First!
I called them that I didn't need their follow-up anymore. In spite of that, they called me twice and Dr. Malik even wrote me a letter regarding my "sick appointment." When the bill came, the had billed me for an extended office visit, while I was there for less than 10 minutes. No help for 149.50! The office staff is rude, ignoring me while singing to their song. Once I called back within two minutes and they had no idea who I was. Their behavior should have warned me. Never, ever will I go back to Doctors First!
Ana A.
Jun 09, 2019
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Dr.Djahanmir, is excellent Dr. he always listen to your needs and provide you with the best will recommend Dr.First
Amber M.
Jun 04, 2019
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The most unprofessional, incompetent doctors office ever. Dr, Malik is a fraud and only cares about money. My whole family went there. He did not notify my grandmother of a blood pressure medicine recall, I had to call and let them know to call their patients. He ended up switching her and she ended up in the hospital, because he did not monitor her as he was supposed. He denied my mother of her medication that she is supposed to take everyday.
There is a high turn around with staff, so people you would see for appointments one month won't be there the next time you go. He is horrible and I wouldn't recommend his office to my enemies.
There is a high turn around with staff, so people you would see for appointments one month won't be there the next time you go. He is horrible and I wouldn't recommend his office to my enemies.
Sedia T.
May 20, 2019
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It took them almost a week to get the results of the blood work back to my mom and we couldn't get in touch with the actual doctor. They didn't even call when they had the results we had to keep calling them and asking if they were ready. My mom was also not prescribed anything for an infection they said she had but we couldn't ask for a prescription bc the doctor was on vacation or something.
And the phone is a dead end when trying to contact them. We were on hold for 10 minutes and then it just sent us to voicemail. Left a voicemail and no one got back to us. If you have the choice you might as well go somewhere else.
And the phone is a dead end when trying to contact them. We were on hold for 10 minutes and then it just sent us to voicemail. Left a voicemail and no one got back to us. If you have the choice you might as well go somewhere else.
Maria G.
Feb 19, 2019
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Renee is wonderful, I have been her patient for about 3 years and I dont have any complaints about her. She is always ready to listen and takes her time to address my questions. Im very happy with her and very glad I found her. Thank you Renee for your dedication and for taking care of me.
Kristle S.
Nov 09, 2018
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Front desk were very nice and professional. Zorina Thomas was Extremely professional, knowledgeable and genuinely ready to take care of me. I had no clue this office was here but I am glad I stumbled across it. Iam glad I am in her care now.
Irene E.
Nov 02, 2018
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Dr. Malik has been my Primary care for almost 5 years now I was very happy about my experience and recommended him to family and friends. Lately. I have been seeing the PA-C Ms. Renee Lapointe and I couldnt be more happier. Ms. Renee is very thorough on examination, she takes time to listen to your needs and for some reason I tent to get anxious inside a doctor's office but she always set a comfortable vibe inside the room, she always make sure she answer all my questions before I leave the office.
There were times I have to contact/ send her a message thru patient portal and she always responds quickly. I just had my Annual Physical done which I need to have some lab drawn there's a laboratory next door and I also have a great experience with their service and staff. The results came back so quick and received a message from the PA the next day regarding my results. Overall, I highly recommend this Doctor's office, plus there's no long wait and easy to book appointments.
There were times I have to contact/ send her a message thru patient portal and she always responds quickly. I just had my Annual Physical done which I need to have some lab drawn there's a laboratory next door and I also have a great experience with their service and staff. The results came back so quick and received a message from the PA the next day regarding my results. Overall, I highly recommend this Doctor's office, plus there's no long wait and easy to book appointments.
Evelin S.
Aug 01, 2018
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Dr. Djahanmir is a great addition to this office. He is very attentive and really takes the time to listen to your concerns and gives great suggestions on how to better your health.
Farrah J.
Apr 21, 2018
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I've been going to this practice for three years now and I would not go anywhere else. They have extended hours, which is very convenient. I am always able to get an appointment whenever I need one. They have an online patient portal where you can view your labs and test results, & communicate with your doctor about medical questions and prescription refills. In my experience, I have always received a prompt response.
They have a lab that can draw your blood right in the office instead of referring out to LabCorp. I see Brittany and she is fantastic. Always takes her time and never makes me feel rushed. I have had to contact them after hours in emergency situations and Dr. Malik always returned my call promptly and with good advice. Would recommend to any and all in search of a PCP.
They have a lab that can draw your blood right in the office instead of referring out to LabCorp. I see Brittany and she is fantastic. Always takes her time and never makes me feel rushed. I have had to contact them after hours in emergency situations and Dr. Malik always returned my call promptly and with good advice. Would recommend to any and all in search of a PCP.
Zach F.
Oct 10, 2017
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First visit and WOW what a difference from our last office. We were confirmed via text multiple times via text and set up our online portal which tracks all our visits and notes. The staff is friendly and VERY organized. We were seen early which never happens and the PA Dr Thomas was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Erich Y.
Aug 28, 2017
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I've been here twice, and so far so good. The staff is nice and helpful, and it's in a good location for people in the Gaithersburg/Germantown area. Facilities seem new and are bright and clean. I haven't had any trouble with booking an appointment. Seems like a great place for people like me, who are looking for a place to visit a few times a year for basic things like preventative care, physical exams, and medication management. There seems to be only one doctor at this location, but there are multiple nurse practitioners on staff. Recommended.
Robert D.
Jul 14, 2016
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First thing, I liked Dr. Malik. Sadly, toward the end of my going to this office it seems you could no longer see Dr. Malik. That's why I started going there in the first place My complaint is with the office staff. They are the most incompetent, rude, defensive crew I have ever encountered in a doctors office. They consistently submitted my insurance claims improperly, once even submitting it to a collection agency never even notifying me it was overdue.
Like other reviewers, I have scheduled an appointment, only to find out when I arrived that I had no appointment. They don't follow through on anything you ask them to do, and then become defensive and rude when questioned about the request. I am still dealing with them over bills almost two years old that were either never submitted or submitted improperly. Dr. Malik, whip your staff into shape Your loosing patients!
Like other reviewers, I have scheduled an appointment, only to find out when I arrived that I had no appointment. They don't follow through on anything you ask them to do, and then become defensive and rude when questioned about the request. I am still dealing with them over bills almost two years old that were either never submitted or submitted improperly. Dr. Malik, whip your staff into shape Your loosing patients!
Erin W.
Mar 30, 2016
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I had a pretty good experience visiting this practice. First off--getting me to the doctor is like squeezing blood from a stone. I've got to be on my deathbed (Although now that I'm getting older I do take part in my work's annual blood testing to make sure i'm a-ok.) I went in because I was having enough pain in my shoulder it was interfering with life. I saw a PA named Zorina who was pretty easy going and seemed to care.
She also didn't seem to pass judgement on me for not knowing why my shoulder was hurting. (My coworkers and friends/family have all said "Well there must have been something to cause this pain".well I don't know, I lift and box. I played volleyball and squash for years). Nor did she pass judgement when I admitted I'd probably be pretty bad at follow up care options such as PT. The one lady at the front desk was a little short with me, but I don't really see it as rude. Some people don't have a warm fuzzy personality. She seems efficient and as long as she's doing her job appropriately I don't mind.
She also didn't seem to pass judgement on me for not knowing why my shoulder was hurting. (My coworkers and friends/family have all said "Well there must have been something to cause this pain".well I don't know, I lift and box. I played volleyball and squash for years). Nor did she pass judgement when I admitted I'd probably be pretty bad at follow up care options such as PT. The one lady at the front desk was a little short with me, but I don't really see it as rude. Some people don't have a warm fuzzy personality. She seems efficient and as long as she's doing her job appropriately I don't mind.