
Overview
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 highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.
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
1 Medical Park Boulevard, Suite 250W, Bristol, TN 37620
1 Medical Park Blvd, Bristol, TN 37620
594 Radio Hill Road, Marion, VA 24354
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Scharfstein has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein by calling their office at 423-844-6620. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein a top-rated expert for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein is classified as an Distinguished expert for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein specialize in?
While Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). You can view a list of Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Benjamin S. Scharfstein accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-844-6620 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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
- Distinguished
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Scharfstein isDistinguished. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Scharfstein isDistinguished. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- CholecystitisDr. Scharfstein isDistinguished. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Scharfstein isDistinguished. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Advanced
- Breast CancerDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Scharfstein isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Anal CancerDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Scharfstein isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.


