Megan E Decker, MD Internal Medicine in Tinton Falls, NJ

Megan Decker, M.D., is a New Jersey native with a board certification in Internal Medicine. Dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of her patients, she is excited to be your new primary care physician.

Now joining a growing practice in Tinton Falls, Dr. Decker will be seeing patients in a medical arts building located on Gilbert Street.

Her philosophy on care focuses on open communication and collaboration with patients. Above all, she aims to help her patients achieve their health goals, prevent disease, and stay up-to-date on vaccinations and cancer screenings.

Dr. Decker's path to medicine began at the University of Notre Dame, where she studied Neuroscience and Behavior. She earned her medical degree from the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine and completed her internal medicine residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, where she developed a strong foundation in patient-centered clinical care. 

In her free time, she loves to swim at the beach, and spend time with family and friends.

Clinical Interests and Procedures:

Preventative & Screening Services

• Preventative health maintenance exams
• Pap smears
• Preoperative exams

Chronic Condition Management

• Chronic condition management (general)
• Hypertension
• Hyperlipidemia
• Diabetes
• Thyroid disease

Acute Symptoms & Concerns

• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Nasal congestion

Lifestyle & Wellness

• Weight loss

Dr. Decker accepts most insurances and welcomes new patients. 

FAQ:

“Do I have to take the medications you suggest?”

While this question necessitates a full conversation and depends on your individual medical conditions, Dr. Decker's goal is to have you on the least medications necessary to maintain your health and prevent progression of chronic diseases. She will work with you to stop medications that are safe to, while educating you on the benefits of the medications that you may need to keep taking.

“How can I make sure that I don’t end up with chronic conditions?”

While there's no guaranteed way to completely prevent chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes, or high blood pressure, you can significantly lower your risk by living a healthy lifestyle—eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins while limiting processed foods, sugar, and excess salt; stay physically active with regular exercise; maintain a healthy weight; get enough quality sleep; manage stress; avoid smoking; limit alcohol; and see your doctor for regular checkups so problems can be caught early. That said, the reality is that some factors are beyond your control, such as genetics, age, and family history, so even people who do everything "right" can still develop chronic conditions—the goal isn't perfection but reducing your risk as much as possible and staying on top of your health so you can catch and manage any issues early. 

“Can you check all of my vitamin levels?”

Short answer- that’s not really possible nor does medical evidence show that that is beneficial. Long answer- based on your symptoms and other clinical signs (physical exam, labs), there may be indication to check several different vitamin levels via bloodwork.