
Overview
Dr. Jennings is Medical Director of Pancreatic and Hepatobiliary Cancer at CHI Memorial Rees Skillem Cancer Institute, and a surgeon with CHI Memorial Surgical Oncology Associates. He is a a board-certified surgeon, specializing in the diagnosis and surgical management of complex malignancies, including pancreatic cancer, colon and gastric cancer, rectal cancer, neuroendocrine tumor, melanoma and other skin cancers, as well as benign diseases of the gallbladder, colon and stomach, such as diverticulitis and ulcer disease, and repair of hernias. He has over 30 years experience in these areas.He strives to use the surgical gifts and experience God has provided him to provide healing and comfort to patients, while giving the glory to Him.
Dr. Jennings is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.
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Locations
2525 Desales Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Erlanger Health
Christopher Sanborn is a General Surgeon in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Sanborn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Short Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Sanborn is currently accepting new patients.
CHI Memorial Surgical Associates - Chattanooga
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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.
Highlands Professional Services
Wilson Alley is a General Surgeon in Scottsboro, Alabama. Dr. Alley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastroparesis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, and SAPHO Syndrome. Dr. Alley is currently accepting new patients.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- CholecystitisDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Advanced
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- CellulitisDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Esophageal CancerDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
