The 20 Best Hypertension Doctors Near Me in Kingsport, TN

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 89 doctor with experience in Hypertension near Kingsport, TN. Of these, 72 are Experienced and 15 are Advanced.

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    Randy K. Mclaughlin
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Center For Healthy Aging

    2205 Pavilion Drive, Suite 101, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Mclaughlin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, High Cholesterol, and Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.

    William J. Steptoe
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Ballad Health Medical Associates Family Medicine, Internal Medicine And Pediatrics

    2204 Pavilion Drive, Suite 200, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Steptoe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

    Pabitra K. Saha
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Interventional Cardiology

    Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute

    2050 Meadowview Parkway, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Saha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Heart Attack, Apoplexy, and Atrial Fibrillation.

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    David C. Metzger
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Interventional Cardiology

    Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute

    2050 Meadowview Parkway, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Chris Metzger, MD, believes in a straightforward yet deeply personal approach to patient care: ""Treat every patient with the same compassion and dedication you would want for yourself and your loved ones."" As an interventional cardiologist, Dr. Metzger takes great pride in providing both preventive and life-saving treatments, finding fulfillment in making a meaningful difference in his patients' lives. Originally from Pittsburgh, Dr. Metzger feels privileged to serve the Appalachian Highlands community. He considers this region home because of its warm-hearted people and beautiful rolling hills.". Dr. Metzger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Peripheral Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Angioplasty.

    Benjamin C. Culp
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Experienced in Hypertension

    Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute

    2050 Meadowview Parkway, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. Ben Culp was encouraged to become a doctor by his father and brother, both of whom worked in medicine. He chose to specialize in cardiology because ""it provides a mixture of everything I enjoy about medicine, from establishing relationships with patients over time to integrating new technology into my practice."" He chose to come to Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute because it gave him the opportunity to practice with progressive techniques. ""My philosophy is to maximize patients' overall quality of life,"" he says, ""and to keep them independent as long as possible.""". Dr. Culp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, and Angina.

    Freddie M. Williams
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Experienced in Hypertension

    Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute

    2050 Meadowview Parkway, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Atherosclerosis.

    Gaurav Rana
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Interventional Cardiology

    Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute

    2050 Meadowview Parkway, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Rana is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Insufficiency, Arterial Embolism, Heart Attack, and Apoplexy.

    Dilpat Kumar
    Cardiology
    Cardiology

    Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute

    2050 Meadowview Parkway, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dilpat Kumar, MD, brings a patient-centered approach to cardiology and believes every patient deserves to be heard, respected and treated as a partner in their care. “Every heart tells a story,” he says, “and my role is to truly listen.” For Dr. Kumar, being a doctor is about more than just clinical care — it's about connection. “What I enjoy most about being a clinician is listening to my patients’ stories, building long-lasting relationships and having the privilege of watching them improve over time,” he says. “There’s something deeply rewarding about being part of someone’s healing journey – not just treating symptoms, but truly understanding their lives, earning their trust and celebrating their progress together.” Originally from Pakistan, Dr. Kumar came to the region for training and fell in love with the Appalachian Highlands. “The mountains ground me,” he says. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Congenital Coronary Artery Malformation, Lemierre Syndrome, Heart Tumor, and Atrial Myxoma.

    Marta J. Wayt
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Ballad Health Medical Associates Family Medicine And Internal Medicine

    111 West Stone Drive, Suite 200, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Marta Wayt’s career is guided by faith and a passion for treating the underserved. She is an internal medicine doctor and a Regional Medical Director for Ballad Health Medical Associates. She also serves as the volunteer medical director of Providence Medical Clinic of Kingsport, a clinic that offers free acute and primary care to residents of Sullivan County and the greater Kingsport area living at 150% and below poverty guidelines. Her mission is simple: “I am a devoted Christian who was called into medicine to serve my fellow man, especially senior adults and complicated patients,” she says. Focusing on her calling helped her find her life’s path. “I chose internal medicine because it gave me the best training to take care of those complicated patients. I chose primary care because I like to develop relationships with my patients over their lifetimes.”. Dr. Wayt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Ballinger-Wallace Syndrome, Breast Cancer, Anemia, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    ETSU Physicians & Associates- Internal Medicine

    4 Sheridan Sq, Ste 200, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Danisi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Mountain Region Family Medicine

    444 Clinchfield St, Ste 2800, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Misischia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Mountain Region Family Medicine

    444 Clinchfield St, Ste 201-2800, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Watson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Sialic Acid Storage Disease, PMM2-Congenital Disorder of Glycosylation, Phosphomannoisomerase Deficiency, and Sialuria.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Rural Health Services Consortium, Inc.

    737 E Sevier Ave, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Velasco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Diabetic Neuropathy, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

    Gabriela P. Villalobos
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Holston Medical Group- Hospitalists

    105 W Stone Dr, Ste 1J, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Villalobos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Edema, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Ballad Health Medical Associates Family Medicine And Internal Medicine

    111 West Stone Drive, Suite 200, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "Kiley Perethian, DO, started her medical career from the entry level, transitioning from a certified nursing assistant in the emergency department to the family medicine physician she is today. Dr. Perethian chose her specialty because she is passionate about preventive care and building long-lasting relationships with her patients. ""Listening to my patients is important because their thoughts, concerns and experiences are important,” Dr. Perethian says. “The more I know about my patients’ physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health, the better I can diagnose and treat their conditions.” Dr. Perethian is originally from Georgia, but she moved to the Appalachian Highlands because of the abundance of outdoor activities she and her husband enjoy.". Dr. Perethian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Friends In Need Health Center Inc.

    1916 Brookside Dr, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Eastridge is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Short Stature (Growth Disorders).

    Nerissa L. Licup
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Center For Healthy Aging

    2205 Pavilion Drive, Suite 101, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Nerissa Licup-Taylor, MD, was born in the Philippines and moved to the Appalachian Highlands to complete her medical residency at East Tennessee State University. Following her residency, she practiced as an internal medicine physician with Ballad Health Medical Associates for over a decade. Interested in geriatric care, she pursued a Geriatric fellowship at Vanderbilt University to enhance her clinical expertise in this field. Her passion for focused geriatric care led her back to Ballad Health Medical Associates Center for Healthy Aging, where she now provides specialized attention to the aging population. Dr. Licup-Taylor says, “The most important part of caring for her patients is listening to them.”. Dr. Licup is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Sam M. Sadeghi
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Internal Medicine

    Ballad Health Medical Associates Family Medicine, Internal Medicine And Pediatrics

    2204 Pavilion Drive, Suite 200, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Sadeghi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Neuropathy, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Sciatica, and Lung Metastases.

    Experienced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Mountain Region Family Medicine

    444 Clinchfield St, Ste 2700, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Metcalf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Sitosterolemia, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, and High Cholesterol.

    Experienced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hypertension
    Family Medicine

    Mountain Region Family Medicine

    444 Clinchfield St, Ste 201-2700, 
    Kingsport, TN 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Sumpter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertension. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Hypertension?

    Hypertension is abnormally high blood pressure in the arteries, which are the blood vessels that carry blood from the heart to the rest of the body. As the heart beats, it forces blood through the arteries to deliver nutrients and oxygen to the rest of the body. The strength of the blood pushing against the artery walls is blood pressure, which is measured in units called millimeters of mercury (mmHg). The top number in a blood pressure reading is the pressure when the heart pumps (systolic blood pressure), and the bottom number is the pressure between heart beats (diastolic blood pressure). In adults, a normal blood pressure measurement is about 120/80 mmHg. Blood pressure is considered high when the measurement is 130/80 mmHg or greater.

    When should I see a Hypertension doctor near Kingsport, TN?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Hypertension doctor near Kingsport, TN?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Hypertension doctors near Kingsport, TN?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Hypertension doctors near Kingsport, TN?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Hypertension doctor near Kingsport, TN?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Hypertension doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hypertension doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Hypertension doctor near Kingsport, TN?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Hypertension doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Hypertension doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Hypertension doctors near Kingsport, TN?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hypertension doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Hypertension doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hypertension doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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