A native of the Tri-Cities’, David Wiles, MD, received his bachelor of science from Auburn University, Ala., and his doctorate of medicine from Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, La. Following, Dr. Wiles completed his general surgery internship and a neurosurgery residency at the University of Tennessee, Memphis. Board certified in neurosurgery, Dr. Wiles has trained under internationally-known spine surgeons, including Kevin Foley, MD, Maurice Smith, MD, and Peter Klara MD. Following his training, Dr. Wiles returned to the Tri-Cities where he established the East Tennessee Brain and Spine Center, intent on bringing leading-edge neurosurgical care to those he knew and loved. Today, Dr. Wiles is president of the East Tennessee Brain & Spine Center. Dr. Wiles has also been actively involved in the development of numerous spinal surgical techniques and devices. Most notably, he has participated in several investigational studies with the Food & Drug Administration. Such experience has allowed him the honor of speaking at international meetings and serving on the Evaluation Committee for ARGOS, the European Association of Research Groups for Spinal Osteosynthesis. Currently, he is privileged to serve as a faculty member at teaching conferences held across the United States for the purpose of training spine surgeons and orthopedic and neurosurgical residents. A member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurosurgeons, the Joint Section on Spine and Peripheral Nerves, the North American Spine Society, the World Spine Society, the International Meetings for Advanced Spinal Technologies, and the Cervical Spine Research Society, Dr. Wiles is also a member of the Critical Care Committee at the Johnson City Medical Center. Practicing since 1997, Dr. Wiles and his wife and their three children, make their home in Johnson City. Dr. Wiles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

. Dr. Helms is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

Dr. Timothy Fullagar came to East Tennessee Brain & Spine Center from Colorado, where he served at the Colorado Neurologic Institute, Englewood. He received his doctorate of medicine from the Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, and completed a neurosurgical residency with the University of Tennessee’s Health Science Center’s Semmes Murphey Clinic, Memphis. Board certified in neurosurgery, Dr. Fullagar has special interest in the general neurosurgical management of cervical and lumbar spine disorders, peripheral nerve conditions, and the treatment of intracranial pathology. Dr. Fullagar is known for his treatment of brain tumors. A member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology, Dr. Fullagar has participated in numerous clinical trials involving the surgical treatment of brain tumors and postoperative chemotherapy. Serving his nation with fifteen years of duty in the United States Naval Reserve, Dr. Fullagar completed his military career achieving the rank of Commander. Dr. Fullagar and his wife enjoy an active life with two sons and make their home in Johnson City. Dr. Fullagar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Delirium, Cervical Spondylosis, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

. Dr. Fox is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, CAPOS Syndrome, and Familial Porencephaly.

. Dr. Benz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. Her top areas of expertise are Subcutaneous Emphysema, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS).

. Dr. Kohne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Visceromegaly.

. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

Douglas Hayes is a Radiologist in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Hayes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency, Visceromegaly, Biliary Dyskinesia, and Gallbladder Disease.

Jeffrey Tipps is a Radiologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Tipps is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Pulmonary Fibrosis, Visceromegaly, Gallbladder Disease, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease.

David Buechner is a Neuroradiologist in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Buechner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

Samuel Porter is a Neuroradiologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Porter has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Familial Porencephaly, Choroid Plexus Cyst, and Arachnoid Cysts.

Ranjith Babu, MD, fellowship trained neurosurgeon with CHI Memorial Neuroscience Institute and CHI Memorial Spine Center, provides highly skilled care in the treatment of brain tumors, stroke and other conditions of the brain and spine. Dr. Babu is a member of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons. He specializes in neurosurgery, or surgery performed on the nervous system – especially the brain and spinal cord.Neurosurgeons are specially trained to diagnose and treat central and peripheral nervous system disorders including brain tumors, brain aneurysms, degenerative spine conditions, peripheral nerve conditions like carpel tunnel and other nerve entrapments. Dr. Babu uses minimally invasive techniques – including innovative, MRI-guided laser therapies – to treat complex and often life-threatening health conditions. Dr. Babu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Glioma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy.

James Thomas is a Radiologist in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Gallbladder Disease, Thyroidectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Stephen Lemings is a Radiologist in Athens, Tennessee. Dr. Lemings is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Splenomegaly, Primary Familial Brain Calcification, and Cerebelloolivary Atrophy.

Andrew Kreek is a Radiologist in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Kreek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Vertigo, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, and Nasal Flaring.

Ernest Gray is a Radiologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Gray has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Herniated Disk, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Osteopenia.

Jeffrey Matthes is a Radiologist in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Matthes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Breast Lump, Breast Infection, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, and Galactocoele.

Jacob Noe is a Neuroradiologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Noe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Meningioma, and Radiation Induced Meningioma.

William Strickland is a Neurologist in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Strickland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

Mohammed Quraishi is a Radiologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Quraishi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Arachnoid Cysts. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Lithotripsy.