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Family medicine physicians will see new and existing patients at office in northwest Knox County KNOXVILLE, TN (May 19, 2020) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed family medicine physicians Rachel Bowman, M.D., and Kareez Leonard-Bowden, M.D., to their new office at Tennova Primary Care – Karns, located at 7210 Oak Ridge Highway, Knoxville. Same-day appointments are available. To make an appointment, call 865-647-5500 or schedule online at TennovaMedicalGroup.com. Dr. Bowman and Dr. Leonard-Bowden als... ... Read More

Family medicine physician is accepting new patients at Tennova Primary Care – Farragut KNOXVILLE, TN (May 5, 2020) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Keri J. McFarlane, M.D., family medicine physician, to her new office at Tennova Primary Care – Farragut, located on the campus of Turkey Creek Medical Center at 10810 Parkside Drive, Suite 108, Knoxville. Same-day appointments are available. To make an appointment, call 865-647-3650 or schedule online at TennvaMedicalGroup.com. Dr. McFarlane also offe... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (April 30, 2020) – Tennova Healthcare is urging our local community to seek emergency care when needed – without delay. If you experience a medical emergency such as stroke symptoms or chest pain that may be a heart attack, a timely response will support the best possible outcome. Even with a limited number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our community, Tennova hospitals have implemented precautions to protect patients and staff, including screening all patients for symptoms and risk factor... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (April 28, 2020) – As healthcare organizations continually monitor the impact of COVID-19 on our region, area hospitals including Tennova Healthcare, Covenant Health, East Tennessee Children’s Hospital and The University of Tennessee Medical Center are working together with the Knox County Health Department and local mayors to have a phased, responsible restart of procedures and services that have been temporarily closed over the past several weeks. The temporary closure affected non-essen... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (April 14, 2020) – Tennova Medical Group has made it possible for patients to see their primary care provider or specialist using a smartphone, tablet or computer. Telehealth or virtual visits allow you to talk with a physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant just as you would in the doctor’s office, but without leaving the comfort of home. Appointments are available for new and existing patients. “Continuity of care is important to us, as is the safety of patients and staff dur... ... Read More

Scheduling recommended appointments, tests and surgeries now can maximize your health plan benefits KNOXVILLE, TN (November 25, 2019) – As the holidays approach, it’s easy to forget to take advantage of your insurance benefits. Tennova Healthcare is urging individuals to direct their attention to outstanding healthcare needs and take full advantage of paid-up deductibles or available funds in flexible spending accounts (FSAs). “In considering their healthcare needs, people also should consider the best ... ... Read More

Experienced surgeon specializes in weight loss procedures and thyroid/parathyroid surgery KNOXVILLE, TN (October 23, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Mariah Beasley, M.D., to her dual medical practice on the campus of Turkey Creek Medical Center. She is accepting new patients at Tennova Bariatric Surgery and Tennova Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery, both located at 10810 Parkside Drive, Suite 305, Knoxville. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Beasley at Tennova Bariatric Surgery, call 865-... ... Read More

KNOXVILLE, TN (October 17, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare announced today the availability of a toll-free helpline designed to help Medicare beneficiaries select a health plan that fits their needs and budget. The free helpline connects callers with local licensed agents who can assist in comparing traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Supplement and Prescription plans, and then facilitate enrollment in the plan selected. Through this program it will be easier for Medicare beneficiaries to find a plan t... ... Read More

Internal medicine physician provides care for men, women and young adults KNOXVILLE, TN (September 18, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Saleh Shahid, M.D., internal medicine physician, to his new medical practice at Tennova Primary Care – West Hills, located at 7009 Kingston Pike in Knoxville. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call 865-588-8143. Dr. Shahid specializes in caring for men, women and young adults ages 18 and older. He offers well checks, sick visit... ... Read More

Family medicine physician provides comprehensive care for adults of all ages KNOXVILLE, TN (August 21, 2019) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Eddie Brown, D.O., family medicine physician, to his new medical practice at Tennova Primary Care & Occupational Health – East Towne, located at 4711 Centerline Drive in Knoxville. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call 865-647-3260. Dr. Brown specializes in caring for men, women, and young adults ages 18 and older. He offe... ... Read More