. Dr. Jett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Frontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil Syndrome, Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.

. Dr. Pryputniewicz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Spinal Stenosis, Subdural Hematoma, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

Jared Cordon, MD, believes the foundation of excellent care begins with truly listening to patients. By understanding their story and goals, he partners with them to create clear, effective treatment plans. As an orthopedic surgeon, he finds reward in restoring function and relieving pain, helping patients return to the activities they love. “You have to hear their story and how it is affecting their life to provide them the best care,” he says. Originally from eastern North Carolina, Dr. Cordon was drawn to the Appalachian Highlands by the region’s beauty and his wife’s Bristol roots. Outside the operating room, he enjoys farming and restoring classic cars. He is also active in the Rhythm and Roots Reunion and his church. Dr. Cordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Invertebral Disc Disease, Infectious Arthritis, and Hip Replacement.

Patrick Riggins, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with fellowship training in sports medicine and a passion for restoring patients to full health, whether through conservative care or surgery. A Florida native who fell in love with the Appalachian Highlands, Dr. Riggins has served the Kingsport community for more than 30 years. Known for listening closely and treating patients, not just test results, he combines hands-on expertise with compassion and faith. Dr. Riggins has long served as the team physician for Dobyns-Bennett and Gate City high schools and is deeply committed to supporting local athletes. Outside of work, he enjoys outdoor sports, strength training, and time with family. Dr. Riggins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

Bruce Miller, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who treats every patient with the honesty and respect he would expect for himself. A native of the California mountains near Yosemite, Dr. Miller was inspired early on by his mother, an operating room nurse, and a fascination with surgery sparked by shows like MASH. He moved to Kingsport in 2005 to raise his family, and today he blends his love for medicine with a passion for farming and community life. Dr. Miller cheers for the Vols and enjoys skiing and spending time with his wife. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

. Dr. Watson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Sialic Acid Storage Disease, Sialuria, PMM2-Congenital Disorder of Glycosylation, and Phosphomannoisomerase Deficiency.

. Dr. Sumpter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension.

. Dr. Louthan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, and Lung Nodules.

Creed Rucker is a Radiologist and a Neuroradiologist in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dr. Rucker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

Cynthia Partain is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dr. Partain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Migraine, and Macroamylasemia. Dr. Partain is currently accepting new patients.

Christopher Pendola is a Neurologist in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dr. Pendola is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Migraine, Foot Drop, and Memory Loss. Dr. Pendola is currently accepting new patients.

Kenneth Smith is a Neurosurgery provider in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Prolactinoma, Pituitary Tumor, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

Galen Smith is an Orthopedics provider in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis.

Kathryn Schott is a Pain Medicine provider in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dr. Schott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Stenosis, and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.

Steven Adkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Weber City, Virginia. Dr. Adkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Tracheitis, Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

Iain Bailey is a Physiatrist in Johnson City, Tennessee. Dr. Bailey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Invertebral Disc Disease. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Cervical Spondylosis, Fractured Spine, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Bailey is currently accepting new patients.