Derek Crouthers is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Crouthers is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

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

William Smith is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Sitosterolemia, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

Chelsey Height is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Height is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Insomnia. Dr. Height is currently accepting new patients.

Ronald Jarl is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Jarl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3, and Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2. Dr. Jarl is currently accepting new patients.

Julie Haun is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Hixson, Tennessee. Dr. Haun is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), and Essential Thrombocythemia. Dr. Haun is currently accepting new patients.

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

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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Gout. Dr. Pigg is currently accepting new patients.

Charles Tapley, MD, is a board-certified family physician with a distinguished career spanning over three decades. His passion for science, ignited during high school biology, led him to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. This foundation propelled him to earn his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine, followed by a family practice residency at Ball Memorial Hospital.Throughout his career, Dr. Tapley has demonstrated remarkable adaptability, serving in diverse healthcare settings across Indiana, Missouri, Georgia, and Tennessee. His experience encompasses emergency departments, urgent care facilities, and outpatient family practices, showcasing his versatility and dedication to patient care. IDr. Tapley is deeply committed to providing holistic patient care with a strong emphasis on preventative medicine. He believes in proactively addressing potential health issues through regular screenings and well visits, coordinating care with other specialists to ensure comprehensive patient well-being. His approach reflects a dedication to partnering with patients to maintain their health and address concerns before they become major problems. Dr. Tapley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Empyema, COVID-19, and Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C).

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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Andreescu is currently accepting new patients.

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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Her top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Hernia Surgery.

Mario Mariani is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Mariani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Mariani is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Jermaine Hogstrom has been part of the CHI Memorial family for many years, first getting his foot in the door while in undergraduate school as a volunteer and later being hired to work in the lab drawing blood before attending medical school in 2015. After earning his medical degree and finishing his medical residency in Detroit, Michigan, he returned to CHI Memorial because he says he loves the “close-knit family” environment and how passionate and friendly the team members are. Growing up in Chattanooga, Dr. Hogstrom visited Louisville, Miss, each summer. During those visits, he was exposed to the lack of health care in rural communities as he watched his mother serve as a physical therapist. This led him to his initial interest in the healthcare field in his late middle school years, and he developed a passion for science and how he could use it to benefit his community. Dr. Hogstrom says it’s extremely rewarding to have an impact on his patients’ lives. Although it was a long journey to become a physician, perseverance has paid off. “I’m proud to be part of the CHI Memorial team because it represents me,” Dr. Hogstrom says. “I’m very passionate about what I do, and I try to treat all my patients like family.”. Dr. Hogstrom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and High Cholesterol.

Dr. Jeremy Hogstrom, DO, practices at CHI Memorial Internal Medicine Associates - Hixson Pike and is a member of the American College of Physicians. When he was young, Dr. Jeremy Hogstrom did not immediately know he wanted to be part of the medical community; however, he was inspired after watching his mother establish strong relationships with her patients as a home-health physical therapist. With family living in vastly different places across the country, Dr. Hogstrom also noted the discrepancies in access to care in rural versus populated areas.Dr. Hogstrom chose his career path as a primary care internal medicine physician to advocate for preventative care and encourage his patients to attain lifestyle to achieve their best health. Dr. Hogstrom worked as a phlebotomist at CHI Memorial before entering medical school and is thrilled to once again be part of the CHI Memorial team. “CHI Memorial is known for being genuine and authentic in the community, and they hold true to their mission which is to provide excellent care. My experience here has been nothing short of that,” Dr. Hogstrom says. Dr. Hogstrom is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Anemia.

Gregory Nieckula is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Signal Mountain, Tennessee. Dr. Nieckula is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Nieckula is currently accepting new patients.

Donald Hetzel is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Hetzel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Michael Goodman is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Goodman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Crohn's Disease, Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, Bile Acid Malabsorption, and Endoscopy. Dr. Goodman is currently accepting new patients.

Munford Yates is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Yates is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

Chad Charapata is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Charapata is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Banti's Syndrome, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.

Henry Paik is a Gastroenterologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Paik is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Erosive Gastritis, Colitis, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy.