Dr Fred A. Tega

Dr. Fred A. Tega is a distinguished, board-certified pediatrician and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, with decades of clinical excellence, leadership, and academic contribution in pediatric medicine. As Medical Director and Attending Physician at PrimeCare Pediatrics in Newnan, Georgia, Dr. Tega has dedicated his career to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to infants, children, and adolescents in both outpatient and community-based healthcare settings.

With a strong foundation in preventive medicine and a deep commitment to clinical precision, Dr. Tega integrates the latest pediatric guidelines and best practices into every aspect of patient care. His expertise spans newborn care, adolescent medicine, urgent care pediatrics, and chronic disease management, always with a focus on prevention, early intervention, and family-centered treatment.

Dr. Tega’s medical journey reflects both global perspective and academic distinction. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Ibadan and completed his pediatric residency at the University of Missouri-Columbia, USA, where he refined his clinical skill and deepened his commitment to pediatric excellence, including infant and maternal care.

His early leadership roles in clinical medicine, including his medical leadership experience in Nigeria and roles as Medical Superintendent and Director of Clinical Services, helped shape his comprehensive, systems-based approach to healthcare delivery.

Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Tega is deeply committed to advancing medical education. He serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Morehouse School of Medicine and as a Clinical Preceptor for multiple nurse practitioner programs nationwide. Through teaching and mentorship, he actively contributes to shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals.

A published author and public health advocate, Dr. Tega has written on maternal health, pediatric epidemiology, and community wellness, including The Baby Bump and Beyond: Me and My Baby Handbook for expectant mothers. He is a frequent speaker on pediatric health topics and has presented at academic grand rounds and community forums.

His professional affiliations include the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Christian Medical and Dental Association, the Nigerian Medical Association, and the Association of Nigerian Physicians in America.

Dr. Tega maintains hospital affiliations with leading institutions across Georgia and remains fully engaged in continuing medical education and board recertification.

Known for his outstanding interpersonal skills and cross-cultural fluency, Dr. Tega builds lasting relationships with families grounded in trust, clarity, and compassion. His practice philosophy is simple yet profound: every child deserves attentive, personalized care delivered with excellence and integrity.