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Family Medicine Doctors in Tennessee

Family doctors care for people of every age, from children to grandparents, and are often the first stop for any health question. Below are 48 family medicine doctors practising in Tennessee, across Knoxville, Nashville, Memphis, Murfreesboro, Chattanooga and Jackson, with what to bring and ask so your visit counts.

Family Medicine Doctors in Tennessee

  1. Jerry Vance, PAC Family Medicine Knoxville, TN 37934
  2. Kristin Robertson, DO Family Medicine Nashville, TN 37221
  3. Anna J. Mitchell Family Medicine Memphis, TN 38117
  4. Lance Walker, MD Family Medicine Murfreesboro, TN 37129
  5. Karla P. Madrid Rivas, MD Family Medicine Chattanooga, TN 37404
  6. Steven Williams, DO Family Medicine Jackson, TN 38301
  7. Cynthia P. Partain, MD Family Medicine Johnson City, TN 37604
  8. Brian L. Maggard, MD Family Medicine Kingsport, TN 37663
  9. Andrew Brockmyre, MD Family Medicine Bristol, TN 37620
  10. Bethany Davis, MD Family Medicine Clarksville, TN 37043
  11. Kyle D. Kakac, MD Family Medicine Franklin, TN 37069
  12. Arieal T. Felix, MD Family Medicine Alcoa, TN 37701
  13. Meridith E. King, DO Family Medicine Oak Ridge, TN 37830
  14. William R. Gailmard, MD Family Medicine Cookeville, TN 38501
  15. Benjamin T. Bailey, MD Family Medicine Greeneville, TN 37745
  16. Carol Ann Churchill, MD Family Medicine Madison, TN 37115
  17. Georganna J. Starnes, MD Family Medicine Morristown, TN 37813
  18. Leah E. Dobbins, MD Family Medicine Lenoir City, TN 37772
  19. Megan D. Johnson Family Medicine Elizabethton, TN 37643
  20. James S. Johnson, MD Family Medicine Crossville, TN 38555
  21. Sadia M. Dar, MD Family Medicine Smyrna, TN 37167
  22. Paul J. Leavitt, MD Family Medicine Hendersonville, TN 37075
  23. Angela L. Willis, MD Family Medicine Hermitage, TN 37076
  24. Ann B. Collins, DO Family Medicine Ooltewah, TN 37363
  25. Jerica K. Robertson, DO Family Medicine Seymour, TN 37865
  26. Cecil B. Breetzke, MD Family Medicine Cleveland, TN 37312
  27. Robert A. Steiner, PA Family Medicine McMinnville, TN 37110
  28. Thiveya Sathiyaseelan, MD Family Medicine Powell, TN 37849
  29. Patrick W. Collins, DO Family Medicine Sevierville, TN 37862
  30. Jonathan F. Greene, DO Family Medicine Maryville, TN 37801
  31. Paul D. Sain, MD Family Medicine Fayetteville, TN 37334
  32. Lauren E. Lefler, DO Family Medicine Bartlett, TN 38134
  33. Arlette M. Davis, FNP Family Medicine Collierville, TN 38017
  34. Walter E. Stephens, MD Family Medicine Dickson, TN 37055
  35. Kate C. Gassaway, RN, MSN, APRN, BC Family Medicine Germantown, TN 38138
  36. James C. Wallwork, MD Family Medicine Columbia, TN 38401
  37. Rebekah M. Haggard, MD Family Medicine Brentwood, TN 37027
  38. Lauren R. Panezich, MD Family Medicine Clinton, TN 37716
  39. Michael T. Williams, MD Family Medicine Athens, TN 37303
  40. Ionela A. Halke, MD Family Medicine Savannah, TN 38372
  41. John A. Taylor, MD Family Medicine Portland, TN 37148
  42. Robert W. Steves, MD Family Medicine Lebanon, TN 37087
  43. William D. Daniel, DO Family Medicine Manchester, TN 37355
  44. Jared W. Madden, DO Family Medicine Harrogate, TN 37752
  45. Patricia A. Pagan, MD Family Medicine Benton, TN 37307
  46. Brett L. Ferrell, MD Family Medicine Tullahoma, TN 37388
  47. W Cristina S. Parawan, MD Family Medicine Shelbyville, TN 37160
  48. Teresa B. Griffin, MD,PHD Family Medicine Dandridge, TN 37725

Listings come from the CMS NPPES NPI Registry, the public federal record of licensed providers, checked October 2026. Being listed is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and we do not receive anything from these doctors. Call the office to confirm insurance, availability and that they are accepting new patients. In an emergency, call 911.

When to see a family medicine doctor

Common reasons

  • Check-ups and preventive care for the whole family
  • Colds, infections and minor injuries
  • Long-term conditions
  • Children's and women's health
  • Referrals to specialists

Signs it may be time

  • You want one doctor for your whole household
  • Something new has come up and you are not sure who to see
  • You need a referral to a specialist
  • You are due for a check-up or screening

How to get the most from your family medicine doctor visit

1

Before: what to bring

  • A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often
  • Your insurance card and photo ID
  • Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them
  • Vaccination records, especially for children
2

During: questions to ask

  • Is this something you can treat, or should I see a specialist?
  • What screenings am I due for at my age?
  • What would make you want to see me sooner?
  • How do I reach the office between visits?
3

After: what to keep track of

  • New symptoms and when they started
  • How you feel after any change your doctor suggested
  • Questions as they come up, so none are forgotten

After your visit

Keep the plan going between appointments

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Questions

How do I find a family medicine doctor in Tennessee?

This page lists 48 family medicine doctors practising in Tennessee, including Knoxville, Nashville, Memphis, Murfreesboro, Chattanooga and Jackson, from the federal NPI Registry. Call the office to confirm they take your insurance and are accepting new patients.

Do I need a referral to see a family medicine doctor in Tennessee?

It depends on your insurance plan, not the state. HMO plans usually need a referral from your primary care doctor; many PPO plans do not. Check with your plan before booking.

What should I bring to my first family medicine doctor appointment?

A list of everything you take, including supplements, with how often; Your insurance card and photo ID; Recent lab results or imaging reports, if another clinician ordered them; Vaccination records, especially for children.

Can a family medicine doctor be my primary care doctor?

Yes. Family medicine doctors are primary care doctors for people of all ages.

Do family doctors see children?

Yes. Unlike internists, family medicine doctors are trained to care for children as well as adults.

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