The 20 Best Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) Doctors Near Me in Knoxville, TN

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 26 doctor with experience in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) near Knoxville, TN. Of these, 23 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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26 providers found
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Knoxville Pulmonary Group P.A.

    1940 Alcoa Hwy Ste E210, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jared Kravitz is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Kravitz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sarcoidosis, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Neurosarcoidosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Advanced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Cherokee Health Systems

    2240 Sutherland Ave Ste 103, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Weaver is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Weaver is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology

    Etch Pediatric Rheumatology

    2018 Clinch Ave, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brett Smith is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Mevalonate Kinase Deficiency, Henoch-Schonlein Purpura, and Raynaud Phenomenon.

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    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1819 Clinch Ave Ste 213, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashok Bhandari is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Bhandari is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertensive Heart Disease, Bronchitis, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, and Enlarged Liver.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Gastroenterology

    Office

    1819 Clinch Ave Ste 212, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Brown is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Benign Esophageal Stricture, Lower Esophageal Ring, Swallowing Difficulty, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Nephrology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Nephrology

    East Tennessee Nephrology PC

    2001 Laurel Ave Ste 206, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sung Bae is a Nephrologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Bae is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Respiratory Acidosis, and Metabolic Acidosis.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology

    Office

    1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste C550, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marcum Collins is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Collins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurosarcoidosis, Sarcoidosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Microscopic Polyangiitis.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology

    Office

    1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 550, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffry Bieber is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Bieber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, Rheumatoid Lung Disease, and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology

    Office

    1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste C-550, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christy Park is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyositis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Cherokee Health Systems

    2240 Sutherland Ave Ste 103, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Swisher is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Swisher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Cherokee Health Systems

    2240 Sutherland Ave Ste 103, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Estes is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Estes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Emphysema, Bullae, and Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Cherokee Health Systems

    2240 Sutherland Ave Ste 103, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Pharaoh is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Pharaoh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma in Children, Emphysema, and Gastrostomy.

    Advanced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology

    Rheumatology Consultants PLLC

    4707 Papermill Dr Ste 200, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jay Warrick is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Warrick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scleroma, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Psoriasis.

    Advanced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Internal Medicine

    Summit Medical Group PLLC

    8975 Executive Park Dr Ste 200, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Burns is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Burns is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sjogren Syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis, and Interstitial Keratitis.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Nurse Practitioner

    Office

    6473 Kingston Pike, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Regina Overton is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Ms. Overton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Nodules, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Nurse Practitioner
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Nurse Practitioner

    Office

    6473 Kingston Pike, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Danielle Mote is a Nurse Practitioner practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Ms. Mote is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Pulmonary Fibrosis, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Lung Nodules.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Gastroenterology

    Gastrointestinal Associates PC

    801 N Weisgarber Rd Ste 100, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Johnny Altawil is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Altawil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Barrett Esophagus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, and Swallowing Difficulty.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Gastroenterology

    Knoxville Gastroenterology Anesthesia Associates LLC

    1311 Dowell Springs Blvd, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ramanujan Samavedy is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Samavedy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 70 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bile Duct Obstruction, Childhood Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Gastrectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Gastroenterology

    Knoxville Gastroenterology Anesthesia Associates LLC

    1311 Dowell Springs Blvd, 
    Knoxville, TN 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Ergen is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Ergen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ulcerative Colitis, Viral Gastroenteritis, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Internal Medicine

    Internal Medicine Associates

    7744 Conner Rd, 
    Powell, TN 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gerald Mancebo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Powell, Tennessee. Dr. Mancebo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Nephropathy, High Cholesterol, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)?

    Systemic sclerosis, also called scleroderma, is an autoimmune disorder that cause the skin to tighten and harden. Systemic sclerosis can also affect the blood vessels, digestive tract, and internal organs.

    When should I see a Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor near Knoxville, 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor near Knoxville, 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctors near Knoxville, 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctors near Knoxville, 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor near Knoxville, 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor near Knoxville, 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctors near Knoxville, TN?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) 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 Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) 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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