Stephen F Kitchen, MD

Surgery

Stephen F Kitchen is a Surgery specialist based in Brunswick, GA with over 36 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(912) 265-0492Brunswick, GA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Stephen F Kitchen, MD practices as part of a group surgery specialist practice in Brunswick, GA. He graduated from Cincinnati College of Medicine and Surgery in 1990 and has 36+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 90% of reporting doctors in Georgia
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 55 Surgery providers in GASee all Surgery in Brunswick36+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 2006dNPPES updated 2020-11-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

3226 Hampton Ave Ste B, Brunswick, GA 31520-4257

Fax: (912) 265-1091
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+7%)56%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+2%)36%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-6%)24%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Lower than avg (-8%)24%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-12%)22%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1990

    Cincinnati College of Medicine and Surgery

  2. Board certified · Nov 23, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 36 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Taxonomy: 208600000X

Education & Training

Cincinnati College of Medicine and Surgery (Class of 1990)

Virtual Surgery Care With Stephen F Kitchen

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Stephen F Kitchen for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Brunswick required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stephen F Kitchen

NPI records show Dr. Kitchen as active with telehealth listed in Brunswick, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (912) 265-0492.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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