Overview
Justin Wilkes, MD, a Board-Certified Complex General Surgery Oncologist with CHI Memorial Surgical Oncology Associates, provides advanced surgical care - to diagnose, stage and effectively treat cancer, and manage cancer-related symptoms. Dr. Wilkes utilizes advanced robotic-assisted technology and minimally invasive surgical techniques to help patients recover faster with less pain and minimal scarring. Dr. Wilkes specializes in: Adrenal gland surgery. Gastrointestinal oncology including gastric, pancreatic, colon, hepatobiliary, rectal, small intestine, and neuroendocrine tumors. Soft tissue sarcomas including retroperitoneal, sarcoma, extremity sarcomas, GIST. Skin cancers including melanoma, squamous cell, basal cell and merkel cell. General surgery procedures for gallbladder, appendix, and benign colorectal conditions.
Dr. Wilkes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Angiofibroma. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Cholecystitis, Small Bowel Resection, and Gastrostomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 8 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
721 Glenwood Dr, Suite W-560, Chattanooga, TN 37404
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Adventist Health System Georgia Inc
Andrew Kramer is a General Surgeon in Calhoun, Georgia. Dr. Kramer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Angiofibroma. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Epidural Lipomatosis, Gallbladder Disease, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kramer is currently accepting new patients.
CHI Memorial Surgical Associates - Chattanooga
S Kennedy is a General Surgeon in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Kennedy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Angiofibroma. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Kennedy is currently accepting new patients.
CHI Memorial Surgical Associates - Hixson
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 Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Juvenile Angiofibroma. Her top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Epidural Lipomatosis, and Hernia Surgery.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- CholecystitisDr. Wilkes isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Wilkes isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- MelanomaDr. Wilkes isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Wilkes isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Wilkes isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Wilkes isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Wilkes isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Wilkes isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Anal CancerDr. Wilkes isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Wilkes isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.