Dr. Christina Parkhurst is a board-certified general surgeon with CHI Memorial Surgical Associates - Hixson, specializing in hernia repair, colon resection, and gallbladder and appendix removal. A graduate of Meharry Medical College, Dr. Parkhurst completed her general surgery residency at the Medical College of Georgia. She is particularly passionate about leveraging advanced technologies like robotic surgery at CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson, offering patients the benefits of minimally invasive techniques for improved outcomes and reduced post-operative pain.Dr. Parkhurst's journey into medicine began with a deep-seated desire to serve, cultivated during childhood mission trips to Haiti. Witnessing significant healthcare needs solidified her commitment to the profession. Today, she continues this impactful work as President and Surgical Director of I AM Haiti, leading surgical teams that deliver life-changing medical care to communities in the Western Hemisphere. She leverages her surgical expertise to not only enhance patient well-being but also to impact global health.In her leisure time, she enjoys biking, hiking and travel alongside precious moments with family and friends. Dr. Parkhurst is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Hernia Surgery.

Richard Pigg is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Pigg is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Gout. Dr. Pigg is currently accepting new patients.

Oana Andreescu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Andreescu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Andreescu is currently accepting new patients.

J Lovette is a General Surgeon in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Lovette is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Lovette is currently accepting new patients.

Gregory Olds is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Olds is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Cholestasis, Gastrectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

Julie Bilbrey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Bilbrey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Infant Hyperglycemia, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Bilbrey is currently accepting new patients.

David Adams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Adams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, High Cholesterol, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Adams is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Andrew Harper is a highly experienced and dedicated General Surgeon providingcomprehensive surgical care to his community. A long-standing medical professional, he iscommitted to prioritizing patient care and fostering meaningful interactions with those heserves.Dr. Harper brings decades of expertise to his practice, specializing in both minimallyinvasive and open surgical procedures. His extensive surgical services include treatment forgallbladder diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, appendicitis, and colon diseases. He alsoexpertly manages breast disorders, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, and all types ofhernias. Dr. Harper earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine in1985, following his undergraduate studies at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where hegraduated with a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering in 1981. He completed his rigorousGeneral Surgery Residency at the Medical University of South Carolina in 1990.Prior to establishing his practice, Dr. Harper proudly served in the U.S. Army Reservefrom 1987 to 1996, including active duty during the Persian Gulf War from August 1990 toMay 1991. He has been a fixture in the medical community at Rockdale Hospital inConyers, GA, serving patients there from 1990 to 2025. Dr. Harper's philosophy is simpleyet profound: patient care always comes first, driven by the most rewarding aspect of hiswork – the direct interactions he shares with his patients.Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Harper cherishes spending quality timewith his family, especially his grandchildren. He is also passionate about caring for his petsand other animals on his property, finds solace and satisfaction working on his tractor,enjoys riding motorcycles, and is an avid supporter of Georgia Tech football. Dr. Harper is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Vagotomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Benjamin Dart is a General Surgeon in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Dart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Darren Hunt is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Hunt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

Robert Maxwell is a General Surgeon in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Maxwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

Robert Jean is a General Surgeon in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Jean has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

Bradley Keel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Keel has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Peptic Ulcer, and Fainting.

Dr. Rishabh Shah is board-certified general surgeon and bariatric surgeon who provides bariatric and general surgery consultation and follow-up care at CHI Memorial Surgical Associates and CHI Memorial Metabolic and Bariatric Care.Dr. Shah earned his medical degree from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed both his residency and fellowship in surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Florida, under the tutelage of one of the foremost authorities in minimally invasive advanced general and bariatric surgery. He joined CHI Memorial in 2020, coming back home to Chattanooga. His team treats obesity with an emphasis on helping patients overcome their disease through a combination of surgical and medical interventions. He also is a foregut specialist and treats reflux, hiatal hernia, and other complex diseases of the foregut of the GI tract.Dr. Shah's philosophy of care centers on building strong, respectful relationships with his patients, tailoring treatment to their individual needs and goals. He views himself as an educator, empowering patients with the knowledge and tools to maintain their health after surgery. His desire to work with people, collaborate in a team setting, and utilize his hands, combined with a belief in the power of education, led him to a career in surgery. He chose to specialize in bariatric surgery due to the widespread issue of obesity and the opportunity to help patients transform their lives.In his free time, Dr. Shah enjoys cooking, racquet sports, puzzles, hiking, video games, and spending time with his wife, kids, parents, and friends. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.

Justin Wilkes, MD, a Board-Certified Complex General Surgery Oncologist with CHI Memorial Surgical Oncology Associates, provides advanced surgical care - to diagnose, stage and effectively treat cancer, and manage cancer-related symptoms. Dr. Wilkes utilizes advanced robotic-assisted technology and minimally invasive surgical techniques to help patients recover faster with less pain and minimal scarring. Dr. Wilkes specializes in: Adrenal gland surgery. Gastrointestinal oncology including gastric, pancreatic, colon, hepatobiliary, rectal, small intestine, and neuroendocrine tumors. Soft tissue sarcomas including retroperitoneal, sarcoma, extremity sarcomas, GIST. Skin cancers including melanoma, squamous cell, basal cell and merkel cell. General surgery procedures for gallbladder, appendix, and benign colorectal conditions. Dr. Wilkes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cholecystitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Daniel Heithold, a board-certified general surgeon at CHI Memorial Surgical Associates, is dedicated to providing patients with the benefits of minimally invasive surgery. He was fortunate to complete his surgical residency at Georgia Baptist Medical Center. At that time laparoscopy was in its infancy, and Georgia Baptist Medical Center was the busiest laparoscopic hospital in the world. This experience ignited a passion for advanced techniques, leading Dr. Heithold to teach laparoscopic surgery across Asia, Europe, and South America. As an early adopter of robotic surgery, he now prefers this method for most procedures, including gallbladder removal. His focus over the past several years has been on hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction. Outside of his practice, Dr. Heithold enjoys cycling, hiking, and exploring the world with his wife, family and friends. Dr. Heithold is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Cellulitis, Hiatal Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.

S Kennedy is a General Surgeon in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Kennedy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Kennedy is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Marshall is a flight surgeon and Lieutenant Colonel (Lt Col) in the United States Air National Guard. Prior to joining CHI Memorial Chattanooga Internal Medicine Group, she served as a hospitalist at CHI Memorial since 2019. Dr. Marshall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

K Meadows is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Meadows is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Stroke, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Meadows is currently accepting new patients.

Steven Kessler is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Kessler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acute Pancreatitis. His top areas of expertise are Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Diverticular Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.