Brandy Franklin, PA
Physician Assistant (PA)
Internal Medicine
Specialty
Geriatric Medicine,
Preventive Medicine
Medical Expertise of Brandy Franklin, PA
As an Internal Medicine provider, Brandy is specially trained to diagnose and treat adult diseases and uses the latest in evidence-based medicine to help her patients promote health and prevent disease. She provides primary care for both men and women, and works closely with the physicians in the department of Internal Medicine.
About Brandy Franklin, PA
Brandy Franklin, PA is a certified Physician Assistant providing care to patients in the Pensacola, Florida area at the Medical Center Clinic.
Brandy is a native to the Pensacola area, and has over ten years of experience in caring for patients in a family practice setting.
Brandy is a native to the Pensacola area, and has over ten years of experience in caring for patients in a family practice setting.
Tips & Wisdom
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Keeping your blood pressure at recommended guideline levels will help prevent heart disease, kidney and eye disease. Many non-medicinal changes can be employed to help prevent organ damage in addition to pharmaceutical options. Prevention is key!
Keeping your blood pressure at recommended guideline levels will help prevent heart disease, kidney and eye disease. Many non-medicinal changes can be employed to help prevent organ damage in addition to pharmaceutical options. Prevention is key!
Patient Education Resources
I have high cholesterol. When should I consider starting a statin?
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
My PSA is elevated. What should I do next?
An elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level can be a sign of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by other conditions such as an enlarged prostate or a urinary tract infection. If your PSA...
An elevated PSA (prostate-specific antigen) level can be a sign of prostate cancer, but it can also be caused by other conditions such as an enlarged prostate or a urinary tract infection. If your PSA...
What are the risks for an adult with atrial septal defect?
Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a congenital heart defect in which there is a hole in the wall (septum) that separates the two upper chambers of the heart (the atria). In adults, the risks associated wi...
Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a congenital heart defect in which there is a hole in the wall (septum) that separates the two upper chambers of the heart (the atria). In adults, the risks associated wi...
What medications can help control my glucose levels with diabetes type 2?
There are several different types of medications that can be used to help control glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes, including:Metformin: This is a medication that helps lower blood sugar ...
There are several different types of medications that can be used to help control glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes, including:Metformin: This is a medication that helps lower blood sugar ...
What types of pollen trigger allergies?
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Pollen is a fine powder that is released by trees, grasses, and weeds during the spring, summer, and fall. When these pollens come into contact with the eyes, nose, and lungs of people who are sensiti...
Education & Training
Brandy earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Pre-Medicine from University of West Florida, and went on to attain her Masters of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies from University of South Alabama. She is board certified by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants.
Medical Center Clinic Adult & Internal Medicine
The Department of Internal Medicine offers a full range of services including health maintenance examinations, diabetic and hypertension treatment, removal of skin lesions and more. In addition, x-ray and laboratory services are offered on campus, with several laboratory services offered within the office. The physicians and staff look forward to serving you.