Dr. Sidney W. Collins
Overview
"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 highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Varicose Veins, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Collins is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.
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Insurance
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- EPO
- HMO
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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. Collins 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.
Bristol Surgical
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 clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Scharfstein is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.
Office
Edward Fore is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Kingsport, Tennessee. Dr. Fore is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp.
Abingdon Physicians Partners - Abingdon Surgical Associates
. Dr. Cummins is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Cummins is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sidney W. Collins
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sidney W. Collins?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sidney W. Collins by calling their office at 423-844-4444. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sidney W. Collins a top-rated expert for Varicose Veins?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sidney W. Collins is classified as an Distinguished expert for Varicose Veins, 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. Sidney W. Collins specialize in?
While Dr. Sidney W. Collins is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Varicose Veins, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), and Familial Colorectal Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Sidney W. Collins accept my insurance?
Dr. Sidney W. Collins accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 423-844-4444 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
- Varicose VeinsDr. Collins isDistinguished. Learn about Varicose Veins.
- Advanced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Collins isAdvanced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Collins isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Collins isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Collins isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Collins isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- OsteomyelitisDr. Collins isAdvanced. Learn about Osteomyelitis.
- Experienced
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- CalciphylaxisDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Calciphylaxis.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Collins isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.