
Overview
Benjamin Scharfstein, MD, finds his greatest joy in witnessing the positive outcomes his patients achieve. “I love seeing my patients return after surgery, feeling much better and ready to get back to their lives and families,” he says. Inspired by his grandfather, an ophthalmologist, Dr. Scharfstein grew up in Johnson City and is thrilled to practice medicine and raise his family in the Appalachian Highlands. He has a deep appreciation for the natural beauty and community spirit of the region. Outside of his work, Dr. Scharfstein stays active in his church and enjoys spending time outdoors.
Dr. Scharfstein is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
Insurance
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
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- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- INDEMNITY
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- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
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- STATE MEDICAID
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- MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
1 Medical Park Boulevard, Suite 250W, Bristol, TN 37620
1 Medical Park Blvd, Bristol, TN 37620
594 Radio Hill Road, Marion, VA 24354
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Scharfstein has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Paige Furrow, MD, believes in treating every patient “the way you or your family would want to be treated.” Originally from Horsepasture, Virginia, she was drawn to medicine after volunteering at a free clinic where she says she fell in love with helping people. Dr. Furrow enjoys getting to know her patients and listening to their stories, always striving to understand where they’re coming from. Dr. Furrow enjoys living and working in the Appalachian Highlands, where the outdoor activities, mountains and people feel like home. When she’s not in the operating room, you’ll likely find her outside, training for triathlons or volunteering in the community. Dr. Furrow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Gastrostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.
Abingdon Physicians Partners - Abingdon Surgical Associates
I am originally from Oviedo, Florida, but I began my journey in this part of the country when I attended the Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Blacksburg, Virginia. After medical school, I completed my surgical residency at South Pointe Hospital – Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. I am board certified by the American Osteopathic Association and the Osteopathic Board of Surgery. The desire to become a doctor and ultimately a surgeon stemmed from me wanting to use my hands to heal. Dr. David Stoeckle, my surgery mentor in medical school, cultivated my interest in surgery. When treating patients, I educate them and give them the tools to make their own healthcare decisions. Seeing my patients disease-free is where I derive my greatest joy as a physician. I have been married for 15 years and have three young children. We enjoy this region’s beautiful mountains and lakes, which lend themselves to boating, hiking and camping. My family and I are also members of Woodland Hills Christian Church. Dr. Dorn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Stomach Cancer, Cellulitis, Angiosarcoma, Small Bowel Resection, and Hernia Surgery.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Scharfstein isDistinguished. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Scharfstein isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- CholecystitisDr. Scharfstein isDistinguished. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Scharfstein isDistinguished. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Advanced
- Breast CancerDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Anal CancerDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.


