Dr. Douglas C. Ginas

Name: Dr. Douglas C. Ginas

Specialty: Family Medicine | Subspecialty: General Family Medicine

Qualification/Board Certification: DO – Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine | MD – Autonoma University Guadalajara | Residency – Family Medicine, St. Luke’s University Hospital/Warren Hospital | Active AL State Medical License (through 2026)

Affiliation(s): Rapid Care Inc | Marshall Medical Center South

Location: Albertville, Alabama

Languages Spoken: English, Spanish

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1629059456

About the Doctor

Dr. Douglas C. Ginas is a uniquely credentialed and deeply experienced family medicine physician serving the Albertville, Alabama community with more than two decades of comprehensive primary care. His educational background is exceptionally distinguished — he earned his MD from Autonoma University Guadalajara from 1979 to 1983 and subsequently obtained his DO from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, one of the nation’s leading osteopathic medical institutions. He then completed a rigorous residency in Family Medicine at St. Luke’s University Hospital/Warren Hospital from 1990 to 1993, combining osteopathic holistic principles with strong conventional medical training to develop a truly well-rounded clinical approach.

Dr. Ginas practices at Rapid Care Inc in Albertville, Alabama, working alongside a team of family medicine physicians and nurse practitioners to deliver accessible, high-quality primary care to the local community. He is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South in Boaz, Alabama, ensuring his patients have access to inpatient and specialist services when needed. Recognized as an expert in two key conditions, Dr. Ginas has particular clinical depth in ankle and foot injuries, hypertension, chronic diabetes, high cholesterol, and lower back pain — a combination that reflects his broad musculoskeletal and chronic disease management expertise.

Patients consistently rate Dr. Ginas at the highest level, awarding him a perfect 5 out of 5 overall rating from 20 reviews, with perfect scores for thoroughness of examination and provider follow-up. He has received four patient awards including the Patients’ Top Choice designation. He holds an active Alabama State Medical License through 2026, accepts Medicaid and multiple major insurance plans, and is currently welcoming new patients. Telehealth services may be available — patients are encouraged to call the practice for more information.

• Over 20 years of family medicine clinical experience
• Dual credentials: DO from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and MD from Autonoma University Guadalajara
• Residency trained at St. Luke’s University Hospital/Warren Hospital
• Recognized expert in ankle/foot injuries and chronic disease management
• Perfect 5/5 patient rating with four patient awards including Patients’ Top Choice
• Affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South
• Accepts Medicaid and multiple major insurance plans
• Telehealth services potentially available
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

• Medical School 1: Autonoma University Guadalajara – MD, Medicine (1979–1983)
• Medical School 2: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine – DO
• Residency: Family Medicine, St. Luke’s University Hospital/Warren Hospital (1990–1993)
• Fellowship/Additional Training: General Family Medicine subspecialty focus; Osteopathic medicine principles

Medical Conditions Treated

• Chronic hypertension and high blood pressure
• Chronic diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)
• High cholesterol and hyperlipidemia
• Ankle and foot injuries and disorders
• Lower back pain and spinal conditions
• Asthma and respiratory conditions
• Allergies and allergic reactions
• Obesity and metabolic disorders
• Arthritis and joint conditions
• Thyroid and endocrine disorders
• Anxiety and depression
• Urinary tract infections
• Skin conditions and rashes
• Upper respiratory infections and sinusitis
• Preventable infectious diseases in adults and children

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive physical examinations and wellness assessments
• Chronic disease monitoring and management
• Vaccinations and immunizations for all age groups
• In-office laboratory testing and blood work
• Blood pressure and diabetes monitoring
• Ankle and foot injury evaluation and management
• Musculoskeletal and back pain assessments
• Electrocardiogram (EKG)
• Preventive health screenings (cholesterol, blood sugar, cancer)
• Acute illness diagnosis and treatment
• Medication management and prescription oversight
• Specialist referrals within the Rapid Care and Marshall Medical network
• Telehealth consultations (availability subject to confirmation)

Services Offered

Dr. Ginas offers a comprehensive and well-rounded range of family medicine services at Rapid Care Inc, delivering primary care to patients of all ages with a holistic, osteopathic philosophy that treats the whole person rather than individual symptoms in isolation. His dual medical credentials — both an MD and a DO — give him a uniquely broad clinical perspective that enhances his ability to diagnose and manage complex, multi-system health conditions. Whether caring for a child’s routine wellness needs, managing a senior patient’s chronic conditions, or treating an acute musculoskeletal injury, Dr. Ginas approaches every encounter with thoroughness, attentiveness, and genuine concern for his patients’ long-term well-being.

His services include:

• Routine Wellness & Preventive Care – annual physical exams, health screenings, and immunizations for children and adults of all ages
• Chronic Disease Management – comprehensive, individualized care for hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and other ongoing conditions
• Musculoskeletal & Injury Care – expert evaluation and management of ankle and foot injuries, lower back pain, and other musculoskeletal conditions
• Acute Illness & Injury Treatment – prompt diagnosis and treatment of infections, respiratory illnesses, and minor injuries
• Osteopathic Whole-Person Care – holistic care that integrates physical, emotional, and lifestyle factors into a personalized treatment approach
• Pediatric Primary Care – well-child visits, developmental assessments, and vaccinations for children and adolescents
• Geriatric & Senior Care – careful, thorough health management tailored to the complex needs of older adult patients
• Mental Health Support – initial evaluation and management of anxiety, depression, and stress-related health concerns
• Medication Management – coordinated prescription oversight for patients managing multiple or complex health conditions
• Specialist Referrals & Care Coordination – seamless referrals to specialists at Marshall Medical Center South and within the Rapid Care network
• Telehealth Consultations – remote care options potentially available for follow-up and ongoing management; call the practice for details
• Medicaid-Accessible Primary Care – accepting Medicaid and multiple insurance plans to ensure quality care is available to all patients

Accepted Insurances

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Medicare, PPO)
• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
• United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

Please contact the practice directly at (256) 251-2012 to confirm your specific plan is currently accepted.

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 201 W Main St, Albertville, AL 35950 Phone: (256) 251-2012

Hospital Affiliations

• Marshall Medical Center South – Boaz, AL