
Paula Preston-Dougherty, APN
Family Medicine
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adolescents (12-17 years)
- Adults (18+ years)
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAffiliations
- Virtua Medical Group
About Paula Preston-Dougherty
Professional Statement
Locations
- Virtua Primary Care - Medford
- 128 Route 70, Suite A, Medford, NJ 08055
- Get Directions
- phone: 609-953-7105
- fax: 609-953-7110
- Virtua Urgent Care - Mullica Hill
- 141 Bridgeton Pike, Unit B, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062
- Get Directions
- phone: 856-746-0206
- fax: 856-746-0207
Expertise
Education
- Nurse Practitioner: Rutgers School of Nursing - Camden, MSN, 2015
Board Certifications
- Family Nurse Practitioner: American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), 2015
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Assure Premier Plus
- Aetna Managed Medicaid
- Aetna Managed Medicare
- Amerihealth
- Amerihealth Administrator
- Cigna
- Cigna Managed Medicare
- Clover Health
- Horizon Blue Cross
- Horizon Blue Cross Managed Medicare
- Horizon Managed Medicaid
- Horizon NJ Total Care
- Humana Managed Medicare
- Humana Military
- IBC-Keystone
- Independence Administrator
- Independence Blue Cross
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Meritain Health
- Oxford
- Trinity Health Pace
- UMR Commercial
- Uniformed Service Family Health Plan
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare Managed Medicaid
- United Healthcare Managed Medicare
- Veterans Administration
- Wellcare Managed Medicaid
- Wellcare Managed Medicare
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
359 ratings, 92 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2026
Paula always treats me well the desk staff is a bit curt and snippy
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2026
Excellent care all around by everyone. All very personable n professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2026
Dr Preston is really great. Listens to your concerns, provides you options, really knows the latest research and fact based research
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2026
I was able to get an appointment on the same day. Much better and less expensive than urgent care. From my initial contact with triage to seeing Ms. Preston, everyone treated me with compassion and care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/20/2026
It was the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2026
I feel very confident that I'm getting the best medical treatment and advice from Paula Preston. She has helped me become healthier and physically stronger over the past few years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2026
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- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2026
She is an excellent doctor. She has tremendous knowledge in her field. Gives great advice on ways to stay healthy for age group.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/10/2026
Paula was very thorough and efficient and I would use her in any situation. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2026
Doctor Paula Is A Wonderful Doctor And Human Being I Just Love And Respect Her So Much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Everyone was awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2026
Paula Preston is a kind and encouraging person. I value her suggestions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
Always good. Always consistent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2026
She listened really well and answered all my questions so I could really understand. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2026
Very good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Its always a positive experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
Thank you, Paula!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
Dr. Paula treats you with respect and understanding. She creates achievable short term goals to guide you to a long term lifestyle change. Dr. Paula is welcoming and makes you feel like your not at a doctor's appointment. It's more like meeting with a friend who wants you to succeed in your health goals even when you step out of line she guides you back on the right path. 10/10 recommend this physician to anybody.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
Wait time was 30 minutes. That should not happen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
Paula Prestone is an incredible listener and really cares about me as a patient. She provides real advice to stay healthy and provides ideas in a positive manner. I have an autoimmune disease and I can tell she really cares and tries to understand my symptoms while providing me with the encouragement to stay the course towards a healthier lifestyle.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2026
Very professional and friendly staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Paula is the best practitioner I've had in most of my lifetime and she's very compassionate and kind and listens to me and I feel like I'm doing as well as I am because of her help. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
It's always a pleasure to see Paula. She truly cares about my health and is a great listener. I'm lucky to have her on my side! Thanks Paula
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
I was very pleased with my appointment with Dr Preston..she showed great concern and was very pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
All good ?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Paula Preston is an extremely caring health provider that I truly trust
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2026
She is very easy to talk to. Listens when you speak.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2026
Paula is always thorough and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Paula Preston is such a wonderful doctor. I am so glad to have her on my health team and to always support me. Our family loves her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
I have never truly cared for doctors and my previous one was not pleasant as they even messed up my meds! However, at my daughter's recommendation I decided to give Paula a chance. I found Paula very nice, she listened, asked questions and made suggestions. I was very pleased.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Paula had never met me before and I was able to get an appointment that very same day. She was very respectful and caring and made me feel at ease. She took all of my symptoms into great consideration and she was very thorough in the exam and gave me some ideas on what I could do to try to help improve the pain in my back while giving me referrals for the next step of needed care. I thought she did an excellent job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
Love the team!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2026
Mostly exactly what I expected
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
It's great to experience such positive care from the time you enter the building!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Paula Preston is very caring and patient and always listens to what you are saying I have recommended her several times
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Paula Preston, PA is my primary care physician. She is the best dr I ever had. She honestly cares about my health. I have a lot of medical issues and she addresses all of them. She orders tests and refers me to specialists when necessary. I receive excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Efficient providers and intelligent, friendly practitioners. Would recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
I have recommended her to my friend. Ms Preston is always professional, knowledgeable & kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Outstanding provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
I left feeling listened to and cared for. My provider really took her time with me and helped me with all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Very caring, thorough, and professional. A pleasure to interact with!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Paula is my all time favorite!! Her assistance are wonderful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
I need a big cuff to get an accurate blood pressure result and the nurse couldn't find one anywhere. She was unable to get my blood pressure at all. Also the pulse oximeter wouldn't stay on my finger to get an oxygen reading, she said it was because the oximeter had been dropped so many times. Virtua Primary needs some new equipment!! I was also there last year for a stress test and they couldn't find a large cuff to get an accurate blood pressure reading eighter.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Fully trust Virtua doctors and professional staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Excellent experience all around.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2025
paula is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Taken in for testing immediately. Everyone nice and answered my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
I love the whole experience there
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Very professional and friendly staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
Paula was wonderful...professional, efficient, warm, compassionate, and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2025
Paula Preston is fantastic! tu!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2025
Paula was so professional yet friendly and i felt very comfortable telling her about my medical issues which are kind of complex. She gave me great advice and a thorough examination.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
My assessment @ my visit with P. Preston was extremely thorough .. The MD went beyond expectation explaining @ my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Pleasant and attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Dr. Paula is always very attentive, a very good listener, and always pays attention to all the details that do make a difference. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
Paula Preston was wonderful, kind, compassionate, and caring. The best!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Very professional and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
It is fabulous. She cares about everything. Takes all the time in the world to talk to you about everything. And I totally enjoy my visit to a
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Paula is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
She's wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Paula Preston, APN is outstanding. I trust her completely!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
My provider spent a great deal of time discussing health goals and providing education on ways I can help myself reach those goals! Excellent and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
I absolutely love Paula Preston. She listens to me. She seems to know me, although I don't know how that's possible with as many patients as I'm sure she has. After Dr. [REDACTED] left, I didn't think I was going to be able to find a doctor that I like as much as her, and I have found that in Paula Preston. I will be bringing my 20-year-old daughter here for Paula Preston to be her primary care as well. She is amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
I need to see her right away due to an infection in my leg and she got me into see. Her the same day within a couple of hours
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
Just want the pain I have been having for over a year to be fixed. I want my doctor to fight for me when my insurance denies a scan that would likely be able to diagnose me it's been over a year I'm quite frankly fed up and don't feel the care team actually cares otherwise I'd be on my way to healing instead I'm sitting here hurting everyday.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
She is very knowledgeable about her profession. She is a great listener and informative on what you should do to keep your health. Gives great suggestions. Very pleased with my doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Every experience I have had with this office since I changed doctors has been really good. Knowledgeable and caring staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Treated Like a person and not of number, only thing that needs improvement is when you try to leave a message for your primary care doctor it seems she doesn't receive my messages after talking to a triage nurse
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Paula Preston is not only an excellent medical care provider, but a caring person as well. She always addresses my needs with great concern & goes beyond the call of duty when I have an appt. with her. Her staff is equally caring too.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
This woman was so very helpful and nice. She helped me more than dr [REDACTED}ever has.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Paula Preston was thorough and listened to my concerns.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
I have to be honest. I've given this provider a chance. But we just don't connect. I need to connect with my PCP. I have switched to another PCP.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Good service!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Dr Paul Preston Was really helpful for me. She gave me medication and if it wasn't for her, I wouldn't be able to see as good as I can right now I would recommend her to anybody very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
I always have a positive experience and am extremely happy with my health care provider and the staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
All staff are friendly and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
My provider gave me instructions on my care and what other departments of Virtua I need to call and make appointments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
I was very impressed with Paula Preston. She listened to me and answered all my questions. She was extremely knowledgeable of my medical history. I have already recommended her to friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
My provider articulated m her findings and my treatment options clearly. The combination of her expertise and personality is exceptional!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
We appreciate Paula Preston and trust her with her care of us
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2025
everyone was knowledgeable and very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
Excellent efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Paula always listens intently and provides responses and solutions that I can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
From check in, to pre exam, and Paula, everyone was kind, professional and welcoming.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Paula Preston was very nice and very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
Dr went beyond my expectations. Discussing issues I had. I didn't feel rushed. She explained my concerns. Thank you Dr. Paula Preston.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
Great, as always!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2025
My provider always listens and is never rushed. My medical condition has recently changed and she took the time to listen regarding my back&)$
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Always feel very comfortable in the care of Paula Preston I have recommended Paula Preston to several people she always listens and explains everything she has a very calming personality