Dr. Robert A. Ferguson
Overview
Robert Ferguson, DO, believes the best care begins with treating patients the way he would treat his own family. Guided by the principle “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you,” he approaches every case with compassion and skill. As a cardiothoracic surgeon, Dr. Ferguson finds meaning in building trust with patients and guiding them through complex and often life-changing procedures.
Dr. Ferguson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2050 Meadowview Parkway, Kingsport, TN 37660
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.
Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute-CVT And Vascular Surgery
Anthony Palazzo, MD, is a cardiovascular thoracic surgeon in Johnson City, TN. Dr. Palazzo is committed to excellent patient care, and in his time off enjoys spending time with his family and getting plenty of exercise. Dr. Palazzo is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.
Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute
. Dr. Messerschmidt is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
Ballad Health Medical Associates Wound Care
"Growing up, Tyler Greenfield, MD, loved watching his father, a small-town general practitioner, treat patients. He knew medicine was the life he wanted for himself one day. ""I was drawn to surgery because of my love for human anatomy,"" Dr. Greenfield says. ""I especially enjoy the physiology of the heart and lungs and performing surgical procedures to treat conditions that affect them."" He believes the doctor-patient relationship is enhanced by open communication. ""My job is to help patients get better,"" he says. ""By listening, I learn what is important to know about them and their health.""". Dr. Greenfield is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Lung Adenocarcinoma. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Ferguson isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Ferguson isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Collapsed LungDr. Ferguson isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Ferguson isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Ferguson isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Ferguson isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.