Paulina A Essah, MD | Ashland, VA

Meet Paulina

Having been in practice for over 20 years as a board-certified Internal Medicine physician, I provide high-quality primary care to adults. I am known for my caring approach and strong commitment to my patients. My special interests include women’s health, wellness and preventive care, management of chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure, and geriatric services.

Overview

Gender: Female
Languages: English
Age Groups Seen: Adults

Geriatrics
Hospital Affiliations: Bon Secours - Memorial Regional Medical Center

Experience

Provider Education

University Of Missouri School Of Medicine-Kansas C Residency, Internal Medicine, 1997

Graduate Hospital Internship, Internal Medicine, 1995

Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Medical School, 1993

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine) Board Certification

Places of Care

Insurances Accepted

Information is subject to change without notice. Please contact your insurance provider for confirmation.

Aetna Better Health VA
Aetna Health Insurance Company VA
Anthem Elevance Health BCBS VA
CareMore Health
Cigna VA
ClearSpring Healthcare
Devoted Health Medicare Advantage SC VA
Humana Military VA
Humana VA
Johns Hopkins Health Plans VA (USFHP)
Magellan Healthcare
Medcost VA
Medicaid Virginia VA
Medicare Railroad (Palmetto GBA) VA
Medicare VA
Multiplan VA
Optum VA
Payer Provider
Sedgwick/Careworks KY OH SC VA
Sentara Health Plan VA
United Healthcare VA

Ratings & Reviews

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Overall Score

4.8 out of 5 237 ratings, 36 reviews

Patient Reviews

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	August 2025 I was very comfortable with Doctor Essa
	August 2025 Dr Essah is a very caring Dr. She explains very well. I would recommend her to anyone
	August 2025 I am glad that I chose Dr. Essah. She is a very good listener. She showed concern about my questions. Also I like her personality. I would definitely recommend her.
	August 2025 Dr. Essah is very thorough in caring for a patient. Trust her advice.
	July 2025 Very satisfied with my doctor
	July 2025 Dr. Essah knowledgeable, caring and trustworthy
	July 2025 This was my first appt with Dr Essah. I had read good things about her and was glad she started taking new patients. I found her to be warm, caring and knowledgeable. I'm happy to be her new patient!
	June 2025 Dr Essah is patient, respectful and extremely knowledgeable excellent doctor