The 20 Best Sarcoidosis Doctors Near Me in Chattanooga, TN

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The 20 Best Sarcoidosis Doctors near Chattanooga, TN

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 54 doctor with experience in Sarcoidosis near Chattanooga, TN. Of these, 43 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Krish Bhadra
    Advanced in Sarcoidosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Sarcoidosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Memorial Health Partners Foundation, Inc

    725 Glenwood Dr, Suite E500, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Krish Bhadra is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Bhadra is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Lung Metastases, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Bhadra is currently accepting new patients.

    Sumit M. Patel
    Advanced in Sarcoidosis
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Hospital Medicine
    Advanced in Sarcoidosis
    Pulmonary Medicine | Intensive Care Medicine | Hospital Medicine

    CHI Memorial Lung Care Associates - Chattanooga

    725 Glenwood Drive, Suite E-500, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Sumit Patel is a board-certified pulmonologist at CHI Memorial Lung Care Associates, providing expert care to patients in Chattanooga, TN and Ringgold, GA. He is highly skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of pulmonary conditions, with a particular interest in interstitial lung disease and pulmonary embolisms.Dr. Patel's comprehensive training includes a medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine, residency at SUNY University at Buffalo, and fellowships in Sleep Medicine, Pulmonary, and Critical Care Medicine, also at SUNY University at Buffalo. This extensive background allows him to provide leading-edge care for complex lung issues.Dr. Patel is committed to providing patient-centered care through shared decision-making and open communication. He is passionate about staying at the forefront of advancements in pulmonology, offering his patients the latest and most effective treatment options.Outside of his professional life, Dr. Patel enjoys watching movies, and spending time with his wife and children. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, and Bullae.

    Advanced in Sarcoidosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Sarcoidosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    979 E 3rd St Ste C735, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Upasana Bardhan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Bardhan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Nodules, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

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    Distinguished in Sarcoidosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Sarcoidosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Erlanger Health

    979 E 3rd St, Suite C735, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Catherine Martinez is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Martinez is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Neurosarcoidosis, and Pulmonary Fibrosis.

    Distinguished in Sarcoidosis
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Sarcoidosis
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Chattanooga Hamilton County Hospital Authority

    979 E 3rd St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Boldt is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Boldt has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Sarcoidosis, Lung Nodules, Lung Metastases, Bronchitis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Boldt is currently accepting new patients.

    Aaron R. Soufer
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis

    The Chattanooga Heart Institute - Chattanooga

    2501 Citico Avenue, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Aaron Soufer comes to The Chattanooga Heart Institute from Yale New Haven Hospital where he completed a fellowship in Cardiovascular Medicine and an advanced fellowship in Multimodality Cardiac Imaging. He also completed his internship and residency at Yale New Haven Hospital. Dr. Soufer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Heart Disease, and Aortic Regurgitation.

    Mark C. Thel
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    The Chattanooga Heart Institute - Chattanooga

    2501 Citico Avenue, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Mark Thel graduated with Distinction from the University of Virginia and cum laude from Georgetown University School of Medicine. At Georgetown, he was president of the Honor Medical Society Alpha Omega Alpha. He served his internship, internal medicine residency, cardiology fellowship, and interventional training at Duke where he was also the Chief Resident in the Department of Medicine. He received the Duke Medical School Davison Society teaching award in 1996.Dr. Thel has published more than 25 papers focusing on clinical trials in interventional cardiology. Dr. Thel participated in the United States Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program and left the Navy in 2000 as a Commander. His duty stations included General Medical Officer for Carrier Air Group Five in Atsugi, Japan, and staff cardiologist at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Thel is a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners and is board certified in internal medicine, cardiology and interventional cardiology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Thel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Chad Armstrong
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis

    The Chattanooga Heart Institute - Chattanooga

    2501 Citico Avenue, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Chad Armstrong comes to The Chattanooga Heart Institute from Vanderbilt University Medical Center where he completed a fellowship in Cardiovascular Medicine and where he also completed an Internal Medicine residency. Dr. Armstrong sees patients at our Chattanooga Glenwood office and at our Hixson office. Dr. Armstrong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Aortic Regurgitation, and Aortic Valve Stenosis.

    Henry G. Cheng
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis

    The Chattanooga Heart Institute - Chattanooga

    2501 Citico Avenue, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Henry Cheng is board-certified in imaging and general cardiology. He earned his medical degree from the University of California at Los Angeles. Dr. Cheng completed an internal medicine residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD, and a cardiovascular medicine fellowship at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. In addition to general cardiology care, Dr. Cheng specializes in cardio-oncology, echocardiography, and nuclear cardiology. He sees patients at the Chattanooga Citico office and at our Hixson office. Dr. Cheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Cardiomyopathy.

    William F. Oellerich
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis

    The Chattanooga Heart Institute - Chattanooga

    2501 Citico Avenue, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. William F. Oellerich earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee at Memphis while concurrently earning a doctorate in philosophy in its Department of Pharmacology. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine and served as chief resident at Barnes-Jewish Hospital at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. He also completed his fellowship in cardiology at Washington University School of Medicine.Dr. Oellerich is board certified in cardiology and echocardiography. He has had specialized training in nuclear cardiology, diagnostic cardiac catheterization, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging, autonomic pharmacology, cardiovascular pharmacology, and echocardiography. He has been published in the American Journal of Roentgenology, Neuroscience and The Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics.He is the director of the echocardiography lab and CT cardiovascular program at Memorial Hospital. He plays an instrumental part in the ongoing progress of the cardiovascular CT program. He is helping to coordinate the introduction of a valve clinic to The Chattanooga Heart Institute. Dr. Oellerich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Angina.

    Lisa G. Carkner
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis

    The Chattanooga Heart Institute - Chattanooga

    2501 Citico Avenue, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lisa Carkner is a Cardiologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Carkner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. Her top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Coronary Heart Disease, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Carkner is currently accepting new patients.

    Ondrej J. Lisy
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis

    The Chattanooga Heart Institute - Chattanooga

    2501 Citico Avenue, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Ondrej Lisy completed his internship and internal medicine residency at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in Rochester, MN. Also at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, he completed his fellowship in cardiovascular diseases with the clinician investigator track which was followed by additional fellowship training in cardiac imaging. He received his medical degree and Ph.D. degree in cardiovascular physiology from Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic, prior to accepting the Assistant Professor of Medicine position at the Mayo Medical School.He received numerous awards while at the Mayo Clinic including the Young Investigator Award of the Heart Failure Society of America and the American College of Physicians and Donald C. Balfour Award of the Mayo Clinic Alumni Association for Meritorious Research. Dr. Lisy has been published in numerous medical journals including Circulation, Journal of the American College of Cardiology, Hypertension, American Journal of Physiology and Kidney International. Dr. Lisy has been involved in cutting edge research on heart failure for many years including designing peptides for heart failure treatment.Dr. Lisy has expertise in noninvasive cardiology and cardiac imaging modalities after he did his advanced specialty training in nuclear cardiology and echocardiography. He has been instrumental in establishing the Cardiac PET Program at Memorial Hospital where he has served since 2018 as the medical director of the Nuclear Cardiology Laboratory. Dr. Lisy is board certified in cardiology, internal medicine and nuclear cardiology. He is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Dr. Lisy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Arterial Embolism, Coronary Heart Disease, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Gregg S. Shander
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis

    The Chattanooga Heart Institute - Chattanooga

    2501 Citico Avenue, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Gregg Shander’s research on the heart’s electrical functions adds a new dimension to The Chattanooga Heart Institute’s renowned electrophysiology expertise. Dr. Shander has been interested in heart rhythm disturbances since he was in medical school. He received the Stanley J. Sarnoff award for cardiovascular research through which he studied rhythm disturbances. He transferred this interest from research into the care of his patients.Dr. Shander earned his doctor of medicine degree at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and completed his internal medicine internship and residency at the University of Chicago Hospital. He performed research involving arrhythmias at the University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and the University of Chicago. He completed his general cardiology and electrophysiology fellowships at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, where he received further training in cardiac pacing and clinical electrophysiology including radiofrequency ablation.Dr. Shander received the American Heart Association Basic Sciences Research Award from the Chicago Chapter. He has also presented before the American Heart Association’s scientific sessions and at numerous other cardiovascular research symposiums. He has been published in the Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, the Journal of American Physiology, the Journal of Molecular and Cellular Cardiology, and the supplement to the American Heart Association’s journal, Circulation.|Dr. Shander, his wife, and two children enjoy spending time doing activities as a family. Dr. Shander is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    979 E 3rd St Ste C735, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Anne Mainardi is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Mainardi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. Her top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, and Bullae.

    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis

    Erlanger Cardiology

    979 E 3rd St Ste C520, 
    Chattanooga,, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Stevens is a Cardiologist in Chattanooga,, Tennessee. Dr. Stevens is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Necrosis, Heart Failure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis

    Erlanger Cardiology

    979 E 3rd St Ste C520, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dharmendrakumar Patel is a Cardiologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Long QT Syndrome 5, Long QT Syndrome 3, Long QT Syndrome 1, Pacemaker Implantation, and Aortic Valve Replacement.

    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis

    Erlanger Cardiology

    979 E 3rd St Ste C520, 
    Chattanooga,, TN 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Harish Manyam is a Cardiologist in Chattanooga,, Tennessee. Dr. Manyam is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Erlanger Medical Center

    975 E 3rd St, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Koo is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Koo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Gastrostomy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Center For Lung And Sleep Disorders

    1814 McCallie Ave, 
    Chattanooga, TN 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Guan is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Dr. Guan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Atypical Pneumonia, Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Sarcoidosis
    Cardiology

    Consultants In Cardiac And Vascular Diseases PLLC

    2339 McCallie Ave Ste 403, 
    Chattanooga,, TN 
     (2.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Mckoy is a Cardiologist in Chattanooga,, Tennessee. Dr. Mckoy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Sarcoidosis. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Pacemaker Implantation.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Sarcoidosis?

    Sarcoidosis is a disease in which inflammation occurs in the lymph nodes, lungs, liver, eyes, skin, and other tissues.

    When should I see a Sarcoidosis doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 Sarcoidosis doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 Sarcoidosis doctors near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 Sarcoidosis doctors near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 Sarcoidosis doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 Sarcoidosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Sarcoidosis 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 Sarcoidosis doctor near Chattanooga, TN?

    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 Sarcoidosis 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 Sarcoidosis 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 Sarcoidosis doctors near Chattanooga, TN?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Sarcoidosis 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 Sarcoidosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Sarcoidosis 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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