. Dr. Wheeler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Boils.

. Dr. Enterline is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleural Effusion, Ascites, Visceromegaly, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

. Dr. Lull is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Diverticular Disease, Gallbladder Disease, and Pleural Effusion.

. Dr. Tran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Emphysema, Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Bronchogenic Cyst, and Nephrectomy.

. Dr. Mullens is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Cerebellar Multiple System Atrophy, Hepatocerebral Degeneration, and Vertigo.

. Dr. Alvis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Gallbladder Disease, CAPOS Syndrome, and Pleurisy.

. Dr. Durham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Visceromegaly, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.

. Dr. Biosca is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Vertigo, Chronic Cough, Lung Nodules, and Pleurisy.

. Dr. Hatcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Visceromegaly.

. Dr. Picaza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, CAPOS Syndrome, and Gallbladder Disease.

. Dr. Kindle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Chronic Cough, and Vertigo.

. Dr. Donner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Diarrhea, Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gastrectomy, and Colonoscopy.

"Sidney Collins, MD, FACS, has a simple philosophy when it comes to treating patients, ""Faith, hope and love,"" he says. ""Everyone has a story to tell. If you listen closely and read between the lines, you can uncover it."" A native of Little Rock, Arkansas, Dr. Collins spent 20 years in the United States Army before moving to the Appalachian Highlands to complete his general surgery residency. When he’s not treating patients, Dr. Collins enjoys spending time with his kids. “Whatever they like to do is always fun for me.”". Dr. Collins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

. Dr. Mcclintic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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 Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Gastrostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

As a child, Dr. Kristen Yost used to peer at specimens through the microscope in her grandfather’s lab. He served as director of laboratory services and taught her how to count and identify the tiny cells on the slide. “That’s when my interest in medicine first began,” she recalls. Dr. Yost chose to become a primary care physician because she wanted to build relationships with her patients over time. She says that the secret to forging such close relationships is to listen carefully to what they say. “Honestly, if you listen closely and carefully to your patients, they will usually tell you what is wrong with them.” Outside of her work, Dr. Yost enjoys spending time with her husband and two children exploring the great outdoors. They also love traveling. “My daughters and I are huge Harry Potter nerds,” she says. For Christmas last year, the family traveled to Harry Potter World. Dr. Yost is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteopenia, Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis, Melorheostosis, and Tenosynovitis.

. Dr. Deponte is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Coal Worker's Pneumoconiosis, CAPOS Syndrome, Visceromegaly, and Lung Nodules.

. Dr. Woodbury is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diverticular Disease. His top areas of expertise are CAPOS Syndrome, Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Tenosynovitis.