Dr. Sonji Boyd, MD is a family medicine specialist in Cleveland, OH and has been practicing for 23 years. She graduated from Case Western Reserve Univ Sch Of Med in 1992 and specializes in family medicine.Read her story
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Dr. Boyd's Experience
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- Based on total number of patients treated over the last 12 months
- Specializes in Family Medicine
- Board certified in Family Practice
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Dr. Boyd's bio
This content was provided by Dr. Boyd "I have always wanted to be a doctor! I attended Case Western Reserve University for undergraduate school and medical school. I had the privilege of training in the largest medical center in the world (in Houston, Texas). I was Chief Resident of my Family Practice and Community Medicine program. I am. a preacher's kid! I am a Christian. I believe doctors are God's hands. I pray for God's guidance each morning before seeing my patients. I regularly pray for my patients. I pray with my patients if requested. I do not discriminate: I have patients of all faiths. I routinely ask the religion of each patient, and provide culturally-sensitive medical care to all. I have a cousin who was bipolar, and committed suicide because she was so miserable. She used drugs to try to feel better. I do not believe that "drug addicts" are necessarily bad people. I treat "drug addicts" just like I treat all my other patients: with dignity and respect. Moreover, patients with mood problems also receive the same respect. Whether you're gay, a prostitute, homeless, a felon, transgender, 800 pounds, unable to read.....whatever or whoever you are, you will be treated with the utmost respect!"
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Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Boyd "I believe poor mental and emotional health directly affect physical health. I spend a lot of time dealing with my patients' environmental influences (family dynamics, employment stressors, nutrition, religious preferences, exercise, etc).
I prescribe as few medications as possible.
I have some knowledge of natural alternatives to traditional medications for multiple conditions.
I do not believe in "fussing" at patients.
I do not shame overweight patients, and I don't blame everything on being overweight!
I have been trained to handle approximately 80% of my patient's conditions myself, and try not to routinely refer patients all over town to specialists. However, I will always send my patients to a specialist if they want to see one.
I follow The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) and The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) guidelines when deciding what test to check for each patient, to improve quality and quantity of life.
My patients are my family"
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1 Specialties
- Family Medicine
1 Board Certifications
- Family PracticeAccredited by: American Board of Family Medicine*
227 Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Thyroid
- Acidosis
- Acne
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Laryngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- ADHD and-or ADD
- Administrative Physical
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergies
- Anemia
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Ankle
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Arthritis of the Finger
- Arthritis of the Foot
- Arthritis of the Hand
- Arthritis of the Midfoot
- Arthritis of the Neck
- Arthritis of the Shoulder
- Arthritis of the Spine
- Arthritis of the Toe
- Arthritis of the Wrist
- Asthma
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Athlete's Foot
- Back Pain
- Bedsores
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bladder Diseases
- Blood Disorders
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Boil
- Bone Disorders
- Breast Diseases
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchitis
- Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
- Bursitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
- Cellulitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Confusion
- Constipation
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Cough
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Depressive Disorders
- Dermatitis
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dysphagia
- Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
- Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
- Ear Ache
- Ear Disorders
- Earwax Buildup
- Elbow Injuries
- Emphysema
- Encounters for Normal Pregnancies
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enteritis
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophagitis
- Essential Tremor
- Excessive Sweating
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Foot Conditions
- Fungal Infections
- Fungal Nail Infection
- Gait Abnormality
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Glaucoma
- Gout
- Hair Loss
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Heartburn
- Hemorrhoids
- Hidradenitis
- High Cholesterol
- Hip Arthritis
- Hip Pointer Injuries
- Hip Sprain
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Indigestion
- Infectious Diseases
- Insomnia
- Intertrigo
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Itchy Skin
- Joint Pain
- Knee Arthritis
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Sprain
- Laryngitis
- Larynx Conditions
- Leg and Foot Ulcers
- Limb Cramp
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Liver Damage from Alcohol
- Low Back Pain
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Menopause
- Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Monoarthropathy
- Muscle Weakness
- Musculoskeletal Pain
- Nausea
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neuropathic Arthropathy
- Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
- Nosebleed
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hands
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media
- Outer Ear Infection
- Overweight
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Pap Smear Abnormalities
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Peptic Ulcer
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Physical Signs
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pneumonia
- Pollen Allergy
- Polyarthropathy
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
- Polyneuropathy
- Polyuria
- Post-Traumatic Arthritis
- Pulmonary Disease
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Rickets
- Ringworm
- Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Sepsis
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shortness of Breath
- Shoulder Disorders
- Sinusitis
- Skin Infections
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Stomach Diseases
- Stye
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Thrombosis
- Thyroid Disease
- Tinnitus
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tremor
- Trichomoniasis
- Ulcer
- Urinary Disorders
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
- Vertigo
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Wheezing
- Yeast Infections
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21 Procedures
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Breast Exam
- Cardiovascular Stress Test
- Cholesterol Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Gynecologic Cancer Screening
- Hepatitis B Virus Screening
- Hepatitis Screening
- Immunization
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Pap Smear
- Pelvic Exams
- Physical Examination
- Pulmonary Function Test
- Rh Incompatibility Screening
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
- Thyroid Screening
- Urinalysis
- Wellness Examination
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Education
- Case Western Reserve Univ Sch Of MedMedical School | Graduated 1992
- U Tx/Houston Dept Fam PracInternship Hospital | Completed 1993
- U Tx/Houston Dept Fam PracResidency Hospital | Completed 1995
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
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