Dr. MELISSA BLACK, M.D. | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine
About
Dr. Melissa Black, MD, is the founder and sole physician of Empower Family Medicine, a Direct Primary Care practice in Decatur, GA. She believes that eliminating insurance middle‑men allows her to spend more time with each patient, offering 30‑60 minute visits, direct phone and messaging access, and a partnership model that empowers families to take charge of their health. Her practice emphasizes strong patient‑physician relationships, preventive care, and personalized treatment plans that extend beyond the clinic walls.
Dr. Black completed her family medicine residency at Atlanta Medical Center (now WellStar Atlanta Medical Center) in 2006 and pursued a geriatric medicine fellowship at Emory University School of Medicine in 2007. As a mother and physician, she has a special interest in educating families about pregnancy, infant feeding, positive parenting, and healthy lifestyle habits. She also provides comprehensive geriatric care, including home visits for elders, to ensure continuity of care for patients of all ages.
Education
Medical School: Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo (2003)
Residency: Family Medicine - WellStar Atlanta Medical Center (Atlanta GA)
- Residency Family Medicine - WellStar Atlanta Medical Center (Atlanta GA)
- Fellowship Geriatric Medicine - Emory University School of Medicine (Atlanta GA)
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: M.D.
Specialty: Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine
Board Certified: Family Medicine - American Board of Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine - American Board of Geriatric Medicine
Licensing
NPI Number: 1376767483 Active
Primary License: Georgia (GA) - 056266
Community Involvement
Founder of the EldercareMD educational program for caregivers; provides home visits for elderly patients; active in community health education and advocacy for improved geriatric care.
DPC Experience
Started DPC: 2015