Neurology

David Hess, MD

Dean, Medical College of Georgia; Executive Vice President for Medical Affairs and Integration

Kennesaw, GA

David C. Hess, MD, is a distinguished neurologist specializing in vascular neurology and spinal disorders, with a primary focus on acute ischemic stroke and vascular cognitive impairment. He serves adult patients, including those with treatment-resistant cerebrovascular conditions, as a stroke specialist at Augusta University and AU Health System. His signature approaches include remote ischemic limb conditioning (RIC), a technique he lectures on in the MCG Brain and Behavior Module for

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Internal Medicine (ABIM)
Neurology (ABPN)
Vascular Neurology (ABPN)

Education & Training

Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (MD, 1983)
Residency: Allegheny Health Network Medical Education Consortium (Internal Medicine, 1983-1986)
Residency: Medical College of Georgia (Neurology, 1986-1989)
Fellowship: Medical College of Georgia (Vascular Neurology)

Years in Practice

40+ years

Peer Recognition

ABPN — Board Certified in Neurology
2026
ABPN — Board Certified in Vascular Neurology
2026
Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2026
Castle Connolly — America's Top Doctors
2002-2014 (13 years)

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Behavioral Neurology & Dementia

Conditions & Treatments

Cognitive DeclineDementiaDementia & Cognitive DisordersStroke & Cerebrovascular DiseaseAlzheimer's Disease

Insurance(s) Accepted

90 Degree BenefitsASR Health Benefits

AetnaAllegiance Health PlansAlliant Health Plans

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Augusta University Medical Center
Wellstar MCG Health

Languages

English[4]

Conditions Dr. Hess treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Hess accept 90 Degree Benefits insurance?

David Hess's public profile lists 90 Degree Benefits, ASR Health Benefits, and Aetna plus 49 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Hess practice?

David Hess practices in Kennesaw, GA with hospital affiliations including Augusta University Medical Center and Wellstar MCG Health.

What does Dr. Hess specialize in?

David Hess is a board-certified neurology specialist with focus areas in Behavioral Neurology & Dementia.

How long has Dr. Hess been practicing?

David Hess has 43+ years of clinical experience in neurology.

What is Dr. Hess's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine (MD, 1983); Residency: Allegheny Health Network Medical Education Consortium (Internal Medicine, 1983-1986); Residency: Medical College of Georgia (Neurology, 1986-1989).