
Overview
Dr. Jennings is Medical Director of Pancreatic and Hepatobiliary Cancer at CHI Memorial Rees Skillem Cancer Institute, and a surgeon with CHI Memorial Surgical Oncology Associates. He is a a board-certified surgeon, specializing in the diagnosis and surgical management of complex malignancies, including pancreatic cancer, colon and gastric cancer, rectal cancer, neuroendocrine tumor, melanoma and other skin cancers, as well as benign diseases of the gallbladder, colon and stomach, such as diverticulitis and ulcer disease, and repair of hernias. He has over 30 years experience in these areas.He strives to use the surgical gifts and experience God has provided him to provide healing and comfort to patients, while giving the glory to Him.
Dr. Jennings is highly rated in 42 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.
Dr. Jennings is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Surgical Critical Care and American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Jennings is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
2525 Desales Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404
CHI Memorial Breast Care Associates - Chattanooga
Dr. Betsy Washburn is a board-certified, fellowship-trained breast surgeon. She earned her medical degree and completed her residency at the Medical College of Georgia, followed by a fellowship at William Beaumont Hospital. For over 13 years, she has served the Chattanooga community at CHI Memorial, building a practice rooted in compassion and excellence.Dr. Washburn’s philosophy is simple: treat every patient as if they were her own sister or mother. She believes in empowering patients through education, ensuring they are active participants in their treatment journey. She appreciates the scientific and technical aspects of surgery, but what truly resonates with her is the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of women and their families facing a cancer diagnosis. Dr. Washburn considers it a privilege to provide support and care during such a challenging time and is committed to staying at the forefront of advancements in breast cancer treatment, particularly in the development of targeted therapies that may lead to less invasive surgical options.Outside of the office, Dr. Washburn enjoys spending time outdoors biking, hiking, gardening, and caring for her chickens. She is also a devoted fan of Georgia Dawgs football and cherishes time spent with her spouse, family, friends, and pets. She loves seeing her patients around town and witnessing their continued health and well-being after treatment. Dr. Washburn is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Fibrocystic Breast Disease, Breast Infection, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Washburn is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Washburn is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. R H. Jennings
How do I make an appointment with Dr. R H. Jennings?
You can book an appointment with Dr. R H. Jennings by calling their office at 423-495-2620. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. R H. Jennings a top-rated expert for Cholecystitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. R H. Jennings is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cholecystitis, 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. R H. Jennings specialize in?
While Dr. R H. Jennings is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, and Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. R H. Jennings accept my insurance?
Dr. R H. Jennings accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-495-2620 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- CholecystitisDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- HerniaDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Jennings isDistinguished. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- CellulitisDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Esophageal CancerDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- GastrectomyDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- GastroparesisDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- GlucagonomaDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- InsulinomaDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Lump in the AbdomenDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Lump in the Abdomen.
- Lung CancerDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- MesenchymomaDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- NecrosisDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- PancreatectomyDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- Stomach CancerDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic SarcomaDr. Jennings isAdvanced. Learn about Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Adrenal Gland AdenomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Gland Adenoma.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Appendix CancerDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Appendix Cancer.
- B-Cell LymphomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about B-Cell Lymphoma.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bone TumorDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Breast CancerDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Breast Enlargement In MalesDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Breast Enlargement In Males.
- Breast InfectionDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Breast Infection.
- Breast LumpDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Breast Lump.
- Caroli DiseaseDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Caroli Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- CholestasisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- ColostomyDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)Dr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL).
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- Esophageal PerforationDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Perforation.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- FibroadenomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GangreneDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- GastrostomyDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Hepatic Cystic HamartomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Hepatic Cystic Hamartoma.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Hypovolemic ShockDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Hypovolemic Shock.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- Juvenile AngiofibromaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Angiofibroma.
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- LiposarcomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Liver CancerDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Lung NodulesDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- LymphadenectomyDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Lymphadenectomy.
- LymphangiectasisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangiectasis.
- LymphangitisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangitis.
- LymphedemaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Lymphedema.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Lymphoid HyperplasiaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Lymphoid Hyperplasia.
- MalnutritionDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- Meige DiseaseDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Meige Disease.
- MelanomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Morning SicknessDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)Dr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
- OophorectomyDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Oophorectomy.
- OsteomyelitisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- Pancreatic Ductal AdenocarcinomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- Perianal Streptococcal CellulitisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Perianal Streptococcal Cellulitis.
- PeritonitisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Peritonitis.
- Primary Intestinal LymphangiectasiaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Protein DeficiencyDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Protein Deficiency.
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Pyogenic Liver AbscessDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Pyogenic Liver Abscess.
- Radiation EnteritisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Enteritis.
- Reconstructive Urology SurgeryDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Reconstructive Urology Surgery.
- Retroperitoneal LiposarcomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- SplenectomyDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Subareolar AbscessDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Subareolar Abscess.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Varicose Veins.
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Jennings isExperienced. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.
