The 20 Best Peptic Ulcer Doctors Near Me in Tennessee, US

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The 20 Best Peptic Ulcer Doctors in Tennessee, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 2230 doctor with experience in Peptic Ulcer near Tennessee, US. Of these, 1819 are Experienced, 382 are Advanced and 29 are Distinguished.

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    David N. Gwaltney
    Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery
    Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery

    SOFHA Surgical Group

    2333 Knob Creek Rd, Ste 16, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Gwaltney is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Edema, Carotid Artery Disease, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Vagotomy, and Endoscopy.

    John F. Robertson
    Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Premier Surgical Lawson Group

    101 Med Tech Pkwy, Ste 405, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Robertson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Venous Insufficiency, Peripheral Artery Disease, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ureteroscopy.

    Eugene C. Mcclintic
    Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Bristol Surgical

    1 Medical Park Boulevard, Suite 250W, 
    Bristol, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Mcclintic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Eric M. Schwartz
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Internal Medicine

    Holston Medical Group- Hospitalists

    105 W Stone Dr, Ste 1J, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Heesuk R. Yoon
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery

    Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute-CVT And Vascular Surgery

    310 North State Of Franklin Road, Suite 400, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Yoon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Michael J. Hodge
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    SOFHA Surgical Group

    2333 Knob Creek Rd, Ste 16, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Hodge is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Benjamin S. Scharfstein
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer

    Bristol Surgical

    1 Medical Park Boulevard, Suite 250W, 
    Bristol, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Scharfstein, MD, finds his greatest joy in witnessing the positive outcomes his patients achieve. “I love seeing my patients return after surgery, feeling much better and ready to get back to their lives and families,” he says. Inspired by his grandfather, an ophthalmologist, Dr. Scharfstein grew up in Johnson City and is thrilled to practice medicine and raise his family in the Appalachian Highlands. He has a deep appreciation for the natural beauty and community spirit of the region. Outside of his work, Dr. Scharfstein stays active in his church and enjoys spending time outdoors. Dr. Scharfstein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Steven P. Hopkins
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery

    Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute-CVT And Vascular Surgery

    310 North State Of Franklin Road, Suite 400, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Hopkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Shardul B. Nagre
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer

    Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute

    2050 Meadowview Parkway, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Nagre is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Insufficiency, Carotid Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Sidney W. Collins
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Bristol Surgical

    1 Medical Park Boulevard, Suite 250W, 
    Bristol, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    "Sidney Collins, MD, FACS, has a simple philosophy when it comes to treating patients, ""Faith, hope and love,"" he says. ""Everyone has a story to tell. If you listen closely and read between the lines, you can uncover it."" A native of Little Rock, Arkansas, Dr. Collins spent 20 years in the United States Army before moving to the Appalachian Highlands to complete his general surgery residency. When he’s not treating patients, Dr. Collins enjoys spending time with his kids. “Whatever they like to do is always fun for me.”". Dr. Collins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    John F. Vance
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Bristol Surgical

    1 Medical Park Boulevard, Suite 250W, 
    Bristol, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Vance is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Varicose Veins, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Robert C. Northrop
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Ballad Health Medical Associates General Surgery

    1410 Tusculum Blvd., Suite 1700, 
    Greeneville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Northrop is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Varicose Veins, Hernia, Bladder Reconstruction, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Beth A. Bulawa
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Ballad Health Medical Associates General Surgery Greeneville West

    1404 Tusculum Blvd., Suite 2100, 
    Greeneville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Bulawa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Ogilvie Syndrome, Cellulitis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Paige C. Furrow
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Bristol Surgical

    1 Medical Park Boulevard, Suite 250W, 
    Bristol, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paige Furrow, MD, believes in treating every patient “the way you or your family would want to be treated.” Originally from Horsepasture, Virginia, she was drawn to medicine after volunteering at a free clinic where she says she fell in love with helping people. Dr. Furrow enjoys getting to know her patients and listening to their stories, always striving to understand where they’re coming from. Dr. Furrow enjoys living and working in the Appalachian Highlands, where the outdoor activities, mountains and people feel like home. When she’s not in the operating room, you’ll likely find her outside, training for triathlons or volunteering in the community. Dr. Furrow is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Gastrostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

    Bert J. Smith
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Internal Medicine

    Renuven Health Partners

    2717 E Oakland Ave, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Edward C. Gray
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Ballad Health Medical Associates Surgical Associates Of Kingsport

    130 W. Ravine Rd., Suite 3A, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Gray is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive surgery of the stomach, small bowel, gallbladder and hernias. He is passionate about bariatric and metabolic surgery – sometimes called “weight loss surgery” – and is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive surgery to help his patients get back to living their lives quicker. Dr. Gray originally moved to East Tennessee to complete his general surgery residency at ETSU. After completing his advanced fellowship training in minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University, he was excited to return to the area and bring his special skill set to East Tennessee. Dr. Gray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass.

    Robert C. Allen
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery

    Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute

    2050 Meadowview Parkway, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    A Northeast Tennessee native, Robert Allen, MD, is no stranger to the Appalachian Highlands. Healthcare runs in the family, and Dr. Allen says he grew up watching his father, an internal medicine doctor, care for patients. Years later, Dr. Allen cares for a few of the same patients as his father. “There is nothing more rewarding than helping someone in need,” Dr. Allen said. “Always treat your patients to the best of your ability, and as if they were your family. Everyone comes from a different background and has different points of view, and the subtleties in their stories can make a big difference in the way you approach a particular pathology.” Dr. Allen has two children with his wife, who is a dentist locally. Dr. Allen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Insufficiency, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Jeffrey R. Kappa
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    Vascular Surgery

    Ballad Health Cva Heart Institute

    2050 Meadowview Pkwy, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Kappa is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, and Peripheral Artery Disease.

    Joseph R. Lee
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    ETSU Physicians & Associates- Surgery

    325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Kenneth E. Cutshall
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
    General Surgery

    Premier Surgical Lawson Group

    101 Med Tech Pkwy, Ste 405, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Cutshall is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Thrombophlebitis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Peptic Ulcer?

    A peptic ulcer is an open sore or raw area in the lining of the stomach (gastric ulcer) or in the first part of the small intestine (duodenal ulcer).

    There are two types of peptic ulcers:

    • Gastric ulcer -- occurs in the stomach
    • Duodenal ulcer -- occurs in the first part of the small intestine

    When should I see a Peptic Ulcer doctor in Tennessee, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Peptic Ulcer doctor in Tennessee, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Peptic Ulcer doctors in Tennessee, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Peptic Ulcer doctors in Tennessee, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Peptic Ulcer doctor in Tennessee, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Peptic Ulcer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Peptic Ulcer doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Peptic Ulcer doctor in Tennessee, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Peptic Ulcer doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Peptic Ulcer doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Peptic Ulcer doctors in Tennessee, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Peptic Ulcer doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Peptic Ulcer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Peptic Ulcer doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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