. Dr. Istfan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Peripheral Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Arterial Insufficiency, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

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 Peripheral Artery Disease. Her top areas of expertise are ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Gastrostomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

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 Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

"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 Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Varicose Veins, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

. Dr. Dixon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Pendred Syndrome, Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

. Dr. Benfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, and Tenosynovitis.

. Dr. Culp is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension.

. Dr. Foley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Apoplexy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Angioplasty.

. Dr. Burress is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Cardiomyopathy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

. Dr. Olds is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Low Blood Sugar, Achilles Tendon Rupture, and Vertigo.

. Dr. Rupe is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH), Central Pain Syndrome, Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

. Dr. Sutherland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Diabetic Neuropathy, High Cholesterol, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Gregory Miller is a Cardiologist in Bristol, Tennessee. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Apoplexy, Pediatric Myocarditis, Aortic Regurgitation, and Pacemaker Implantation.

Jeffrey Ginther is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bristol, Tennessee. Dr. Ginther is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top area of expertise is Peripheral Artery Disease.

Kenneth Hess is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bristol, Tennessee. Dr. Hess has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Folate Deficiency, and Spasticity. Dr. Hess is currently accepting new patients.

Kellie Blackwell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bristol, Tennessee. Dr. Blackwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency, Folate Deficiency, and Subacute Combined Degeneration. Dr. Blackwell is currently accepting new patients.

Julius Gasso is an Interventional Cardiologist in Abingdon, Virginia. Dr. Gasso is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease. His top areas of expertise are Apoplexy, Heart Attack, Necrosis, and Pediatric Myocarditis.