Lucia Finnegan Cotten, MD

Lucia Finnegan Cotten, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, Endocrinology

Speaks

Languages

Spanish

Provider Groups

  • St. Mary's Medical Group

Primary Contact

(706) 389-3180

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
  • Endocrinology

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Endocrine Specialists of Athens

2470 Daniells Bridge Rd
Bldg 200 Ste 221
Athens, GA 30606

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 2:00pm
Endocrine Specialists of Athens

Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
Emory University Hospital

Fellowship:
Duke University Hospital

Medical School:
Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

Board Certifications

Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, American Board of Internal Medicine

American Board of Internal Medicine

Provider Groups

St. Mary's Medical Group

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(273 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

69 Reviews

04/11/2025

I feel very blessed to be referred to Dr. Cotten. She was the doctor that I needed to see to put all my health puzzle pieces together.

04/03/2025

Trinity Health and the Practice is excellent

04/01/2025

Very thorough and knowledgeable . I felt she understood my concerns and was responsive to my questions. Ordered appropriate medical tests. She took the time needed to do great assessment . She is a great listener!

03/26/2025

Great quality of care

03/21/2025

I am gratified to know there are still caring physicians practicing.

03/19/2025

Everyone at Dr. cottons practice was courteous and professional. They were very knowledgeable and pleasant to be around. We have needed endocrinologist in this area for a while. So happy to have seen Dr. Cotten.

03/06/2025

Doctor Cotten and her staff are as good as good as it gets.

03/06/2025

Very nice in examples what going on

03/04/2025

I was treated with so much kindness and respect by all of the staff.

02/26/2025

One of the best two doctors I've had in my 30 years in Athens. (Top two are tied as best!) Dr. Cotten takes time to discuss information thoroughly, does a thorough exam, does not act rushed, and is very respectful.

02/26/2025

Very caring

02/12/2025

I did not feel rushed. Dr. Cotton welcomed me warmly and gave me her full attention.

02/10/2025

Excellent first visit!

02/10/2025

A very positive experience!

02/05/2025

Dr. Cotten was the best experience I've had in a long, long time. She was personable, curious, interested, and so helpful!

02/05/2025

Just overall Great experience

01/30/2025

Very easy to converse with on a level I understood, but in enough detail to provide really useful information.

01/27/2025

Dr. Cotten is exceptional in every way. She adds value to St. Mary's suite of physicians

01/17/2025

I feel tbey are giving me the best possible care

01/09/2025

Very Knowledgeable!

01/02/2025

The entire team is friendly and efficient. The doctor is a skilled professional.

12/31/2024

Dr. Cotten was very personable, listened to what I had to say, and she was very helpful.

12/30/2024

Good

12/18/2024

I will definitely recommend Dr Cotten to family and friends.

12/18/2024

Did not make us feel rushed- made us feel confident with them

12/16/2024

Great job!

12/12/2024

She seemed to truly be concerned about my situation

12/11/2024

Up to date on care

12/10/2024

Never felt rushed or that my questions were unimportant.

12/09/2024

Great bedside manner, great explanations, patient, not rushed, answered all my questions, called me personally to clarify a dosage (I've never had a Dr call me before)

12/06/2024

Great

12/03/2024

I always have a good experience when I visit this doctor office. I cannot think of any way that Dr. Cotten nor her staff could do better. That are at the top of their game every time I visit.

11/21/2024

Very informative

11/19/2024

One of the best office experiences I have had.

11/06/2024

Dr Cotton is great! I highly recommend her

10/30/2024

Awesome care!

10/28/2024

Im close to 70 yrs old, have been seen by many Dr's- this was my best experience so far!

10/24/2024

Happy with everything

10/24/2024

I will highly recommend this provider to everyone.

10/18/2024

I will stay with them

10/15/2024

This survey should have a better rating than just “very good”.

10/10/2024

Great experience

10/03/2024

She can figure what is best for me

09/25/2024

I love being a part of Trinity Health

09/25/2024

A positive experience.

09/24/2024

Overall, had the very best experience I could have possibly imagined.

09/19/2024

Dr. Cotten was fantastic! I feel like I was heard and not at all just another patient with issues. She really listened to me and made me feel like I mattered. Thank you for that.

09/19/2024

I"m very happy with my providers.

09/18/2024

Every thing was great

09/10/2024

Very knowlegable and explains in detail to make you understand

09/03/2024

Glad my insurance allows me to continue seeing her!

08/30/2024

Good

08/29/2024

Although Dr. Cotten gave me a message I did npt want to hear, she was respctful and did a great job putting my treatment plan, including new medicines, all in a kind and caring way. I have confidence in her.

08/28/2024

ALL EXELLENT

08/26/2024

Dr Cotton is just a alsome doctor.

08/21/2024

Highly recommend

08/21/2024

Looking forward to return visits.

08/20/2024

Very good 💯% satisfied. Thanks everyone

08/19/2024

Great

08/19/2024

Example everything's to me as lab work she was ordering and listening to what I have to say

07/31/2024

Excellent

07/29/2024

Dr. Cotten is to be comended for her skill, care, and concern for the patient.

07/29/2024

"With Dr. Cotten you feel like you are her only patient. She gives you her 100% undivided attention

07/25/2024

I would definitely recommend this provider.

07/24/2024

Great provider Dr. Cotten. I am very pleased with the care I am receiving. She truly cares about my diabetes and endocrine health.

07/24/2024

Excellent

07/22/2024

They were great

07/19/2024

Excellent

07/17/2024

Wish all doctors could follow this practice
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