Dr. Derica Sams, MD, Pediatric Gastroenterologist

Dr. Derica Sams, MD

Pediatric Gastroenterologist

3925 Harrison Road Suite 100
Loganville, GA 30052

Overall rating

4.93

Top reviews

I absolutely love Dr. Sam's and everybody in the office but I've never had a doctor use a third party company for prescriptions, and it is a pain in the butt. And the tebra account that they use is useless.I can't evenShow more get into it,it keeps telling me my password is wrong and there's no way to reset it

Carly F • July 30, 2026

Thank you Dr Sams, for the time, care, and attention you gave Jaxon during our visit. Jaxon is in very good hands. We left feeling hopeful that you will find the best path forward to help Jaxon.

Jaxon B • July 25, 2026

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About Dr. Derica Sams, MD

Dr. Derica N. Sams is a board-certified pediatrician with subspecialty fellowship training in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition. She completed her pediatric gastroenterology fellowship at Vanderbilt University and pediatric residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She earned her MD degree from Morehouse School of Medicine, and she is a graduate of Emory University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and minor in Educational Studies. Her clinical interests include functional GI disorders, weight management, and integrative pediatrics.

Services, Conditions and Procedures

Abdominal Pain

Celiac Disease

Constipation

Eosinophilic Esophagitis

Fatty Liver Disease

Food Sensitivities & Allergies

Gastritis

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Integrative Wellness

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Nausea

Nutrition

Swallowing Problems (Dysphagia)

Weight Management

Diagnostic Testing

Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)

Food Sensitivity & Allergies

Irritable Bowel Syndrome


Location

Pediatric Digestive Health and Wellness

3925 Harrison Road Suite 100
Loganville, GA, 30052


More About Dr. Derica Sams, MD

Practice

Pediatric Digestive Health and Wellness

Specialties

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Alliant Health Plans of Georgia
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia
  • CIGNA
  • Medicare of Georgia
  • Peach State Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare

NPI Number

1013443480

Provider's Gender

Female


Background and Education

Years practicing

2 years

Education

  • Emory University , 2012
  • Morehouse School of Medicine, 2017
  • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2020
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2023

Associations

  • North American Society For Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
  • American Medical Association
  • Obesity Medical Association
  • Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists

Reviews

4.93
16 Reviews

I absolutely love Dr. Sam's and everybody in the office but I've never had a doctor use a third party company for prescriptions, and it is a pain in the butt. And the tebra account that they use is useless.I can't even get into it,it keeps telling me my password is wrong and there's no way to reset it

Carly F • July 30, 2026

Thank you Dr Sams, for the time, care, and attention you gave Jaxon during our visit. Jaxon is in very good hands. We left feeling hopeful that you will find the best path forward to help Jaxon.

Jaxon B • July 25, 2026

Best information for my daughter and I on her stomach issues. Dr. Sam’s was very informative and was very encouraging.

London D • July 15, 2026

La recomiendo mil veces

Kevin G • June 18, 2026

Dr. Sams was great but wait times are definitely an area of improvement. I appreciate her personalized care and I understand that delays are to be expected but waiting an hour plus during a morning appointment was a bit shocking. However, she was worth the wait and hopefully wait times improve.

Arya G • April 02, 2026

Dr Sams was very attentive during the visit.

Taniyah M • March 03, 2026

Everything was perfect. The doctor explains everything to me and my husband about our daughter. I really appreciate it everything the time she takes with us. We really love this doctor.

Belle O • February 18, 2026

She was very nice and good

Kaiatou D • January 28, 2026

Very detailed

Liam K • January 23, 2026

Dr Sam is wonderful Doctor, explain everything , staff friendly,

Aoife J • December 01, 2025

Dr Sams is amazing!! Definitely recommend!

Evan H • October 10, 2025

Thank you for encouraging breastfeeding! We just tried and it went really good!!!!

Emerson B • September 11, 2025

Very informative, patient and thorough.

Marvin A • July 25, 2025

Dr Sams just did a endoscopy/colonscopy on my 12 yr old daughter who has epilepsy, autism,adhd, & anxiety issues. She walked her through everything step by step in the office b4 procedure day. The day of the procedure she came in before the procedure and talked to my daughter and distracted her while they were putting in the IV. She really took the time to make my daughter feel comfortable, not many doctors would invest that much energy and time into their patients, but she did. She's the best.

Charlie L • July 21, 2025

We had a wonderful experience with Dr. Derica Sams, who is truly an exceptional physician. She is fast, caring, personable, and incredibly attentive to both the child and the parent. After an ongoing issue , Dr. Sams was able to immediately understand and address our concerns. Her knowledge and calm, patient approach gave us the reassurance we needed. Thanks to her quick action and the support of her amazing staff, my child is already feeling so much better. I highly recommend Dr. Sams!

Ocean S • June 12, 2025

A transparent website and our meet and greet were phenomenal. After meeting Dr. Sams, who listened carefully and asked insightful questions, we confirmed that we were in the right place. Her thoughtful and detailed care plan made me feel heard for the first time in seven years. She clearly explained the necessary steps and the digestive system, setting realistic expectations for a care plan to help our daughter improve in six months. After years of searching for answers, we have found Dr. Sams!

Madison L • May 14, 2025

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