Our Physicians

Clinical Area of Interest:
Abdominal Imaging

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Education:

• Undergraduate: College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA

• Medical School: University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville, VA

• Residency: Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA – Radiology

• Fellowship: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC – Abdominal Imaging

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

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Dr. Alvis and wife Kristen have six children. He also served in the U.S. Navy and completed four years as a general medical officer with a Marine Corps infantry battalion. During this time, their battalion completed deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan in support of OIF and OEF.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Emergency Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Oral Roberts University

• Medical School: McGovern Medical School at UT Health, Houston, TX

• Internship:  University of TN Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN - Surgical 

• Residency: Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA – Diagnostic Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

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Dr. Andrews enjoys hiking in the Smokies and the Blue Ridge area, weightlifting, and spending time in his home gym.  He is also interested in trucks and off-road vehicles, college football--especially Texas A&M and the Vols when they are not playing A&M--and theology.  Dr. Andrews is married to Brittany and they have one son, Hudson.  Their family also includes two dogs.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

Education:

• Medical School: University of Damascus, Damascus Syria

• Internship:  Ministry of Health Hospitals, Damascus, Syria  

• Internship: Creighton University Medical Center, Omaha, Nebraska – Family Medicine

• Residency:  Ministry of Health Hospitals, Damascus, Syria

• Residency: Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, Missouri – PET/CT

• Residency: Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, Missouri – Nuclear Medicine

• Fellowship: Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Body Imaging

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology -Diagnostic Radiology

• American Board of Nuclear Medicine - Nuclear Medicine

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology
Musculoskeletal

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Education:

• Undergraduate: East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN

• Graduate: East Tennessee State University – Mathematical Science

• Medical School: Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, NC

• Internship: East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN – Surgical

• Residency: Wake Forest Baptist Health, Winston Salem, NC – Radiology

• Fellowship: Wake Forest Baptist Health, Winston Salem, NC – Musculoskeletal

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

Abdominal Imaging

Women's Imaging

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Education:

• Undergraduate: East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN

• Medical School: Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC

• Internship: East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine, Johnson City, TN- Surgical 

• Residency: Wake Forest Baptist Health, Winston-Salem, NC – Diagnostic Radiology

• Fellowship: Wake Forest Baptist Health, Winston-Salem, NC – Abdominal Imaging

• Board Certification:  American Board of Radiology-  Diagnostic Radiology 

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An avid outdoorsman, Dr. Benfield joined the practice in 2016. He enjoys spending time with his family and being involved in his local church activities. Dr. Benfield grew up in the Kingsport area.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

Neuroradiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND

• Medical School:  University of North Dakota School of Medicine, Grand Forks, ND

• Internship:  Maine Medical Center, Portland, ME

• Residency:  Maine Medical Center, Portland ME- Radiology

• Fellowship:  Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH – Neuroradiology

• Board Certification:  American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

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Dr. Benz and her husband Andy have three children. They enjoy spending time as a family, including their dog Remi - a Vizsla.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology
Musculoskeletal Radiology
Interventional Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Wofford College, Spartanburg, SC

• Medical School: East Tennessee State University – Quillen College of Medicine, Johnson City, TN

• Residency: East Tennessee State University – Quillen College of Medicine, Johnson City, TN- Internal Medicine
  University of Alabama Medical Center, Birmingham, AL- Diagnostic Radiology

• Fellowship: University of Alabama Medical Center, Birmingham, AL – Musculoskeletal Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

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Dr. Biosca joined Blue Ridge Radiology in February 2019. Originally from Johnson City, TN, Dr. Biosca enjoys the outdoors year round. During the warmer weather you can find him along the river banks fly fishing. When the weather starts to turn cool, he will be deep in the woods hunting and as soon as there is enough freshly packed powder on the slopes you will find him skiing down them.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology
Neuroradiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of California at Irvine

• Medical School: The George Washington University School of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, Washington, DC

• Residency: University Hospitals of Cleveland, Cleveland, OH

• Fellowship: University Hospitals of Cleveland, Cleveland, OH – Musculoskeletal Imaging

• Fellowship: University of Southern California Schools of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA – Neuroradiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

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Dr. Boaz is from California and loves to travel. In his spare time, his hobbies include reading and art.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

Education:

• Undergraduate: Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia

• Medical School: Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia

• Residency: Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire

• Residency:  Harvard, Boston Children’s Hospital – Pediatric Radiology

• Residency: Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois

• Fellowship: University of Virginia-Charlottsville, Charlottsville, Virginia – Body Imaging

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Pediatric Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  University of Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC

• Medical School:  Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD

• Internship:  Medical University of South Carolina, Trident Hospital, Charleston, SC

• Residency:  Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC – Diagnostic Radiology

• Fellowship:  Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC – Pediatric Radiology

• Board Certification:  American Board of Radiology –Diagnostic Radiology

• Subspecialty Certification – Pediatric Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology
Neuroradiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Brown University, Providence, RI

• Medical School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, OH

• Residency: Indiana University Medical Center Hospitals, Indianapolis, IN- Diagnostic Radiology

• Fellowship: Indiana University Medical Center Hospitals, Indianapolis, IN- Neuroradiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

• American Board of Radiology- Neuroradiology
     

A founding member of Blue Ridge Radiology, Dr. Cassedy is originally from Cincinnati, OH.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

Education:

• Undergraduate: Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, West Virginia

• Medical School: West Virginia University School of Medicine, Morgantown, West Virginia

• Internship: West Virginia University School of Medicine

• Residency: University of Virginia, Charlottsville, Virginia – Diagnostic Radiology

• Fellowship: University of Virginia, Charlottsville, Virginia – MSK MRI

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Radiology Practitioner Assistant

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Education:

Radiology Practitioners Assistant, Weber State University, Ogden, UT

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Certifications:

• American Registered Radiological Technologist (ARRT)

• Registered Technologist (RT(R))

• Certifying Board of Radiology Practitioners Assistant   (CBRPA)

• Radiology Practitioners Assistant (RPA)

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Originally from Rhode Island, Jerry joined Blue Ridge Radiology in 1999. He enjoys golfing, fishing and watching college football. His family (wife, Diane and children Larysa and Mollee) share their home with 3 dogs.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Vascular Interventional Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Millsaps College, Jackson, MS

• Medical School: University of Mississippi Medical School, Jackson, MS

• Residency: University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS

• Fellowship: University of Illinois, St. Francis Hospital, Peoria, IL – Vascular Interventional

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology 

• American Board of Radiology – Vascular Interventional Radiology

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Dr. Coleman’s hobbies include hunting, fishing, building computers, stock trading, and home brewing beer.   He and his wife Angela have two daughters, Anna Beth and Addison.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Concord University, Athens, WV

• Medical School: Marshall University, Huntington, WV

• Residency: Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Wake Forest, NC - Diagnostic Radiology

• Internship: Riverside Methodist Hospital, Cincinatti, OH 

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology 

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Born in Point Pleasant, West Virginia, Dr. Crank is a diagnostic radiologist with a clinical interest in diagnostic radiology and general imaging.  She currently resides in Gainesville, GA, where her husband, Jon, is training to become a general surgeon.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology, 

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Oklahoma City, OK

• Residency: University of Tennessee Medical School, Knoxville, TN -Diagnostic Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology 

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Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

Neuroradiology

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Education:

• Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine – 2012

• Internship: Hurley Medical Center / MSU – 2013

• Residency: Michigan State University – 2017

• Fellowship: University of Michigan – 2018 –Neuroradiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology ​

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Dr. Dani moved to Northeast Tennessee in 2018 with his wife Medha after completing his radiology training in Michigan. They have two sons - Aarush and Ayansh. He enjoys running and racket sports for physical activity outside of work. He also loves to travel / explore new places with his family.

Radiology Practitioner Assistant

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Education:

East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN
Weber State University, Ogden, UT

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Certifications:

• American Registered Radiological Technologist (ARRT)

• Registered Technologist (RT(R))

• Computed Tomography (RT(CT))

• Mammography (RT(M))

• Certifying Board of Radiology Practitioners Assistant   (CBRPA)

• Radiology Practitioners Assistant (RPA)

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From the Blue Ridge Mountains of Boone, NC, Kimberly joined Blue Ridge Radiology in 2007. She now lives in Piney Flats, TN with her husband Adam. They enjoy traveling, golf and watching movies together. She has two sons, Kris and Devan.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Musculoskeletal Radiology

Neuroradiology

Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Medical School: Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine – 2011

• Internship: St. John Medical Center – 2012

• Residency: Larkin Community Hospital – 2016

• Fellowship: University of Maryland Medical Center / Emory University – 2017/2018

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology ​

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Medical School: Hahnemann University School of Medicine – 1980

• Internship: North Carolina Baptist Hospital – 1982

• Residency: North Carolina Baptist Hospital – 1985

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology ​

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Kentucky,Lexington, KY

• Medical School: University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL

• Internship: University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL

• Residency: University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology
   

Originally from a small town in Kentucky, Dr. Ellis joined the practice in 2018. After a career in the U.S. Army with the 5th Special Group, and prior to his medical professional education, Dr. Ellis was pursuing a career in law enforcement and is currently a Reserve Officer with a local sheriff department. His interests include astronomy, astrophotography, weight training and enjoying the outdoors with his wife, Tara, daughter, Tori and son, Gabe.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology
Body Imaging

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Education:

• Undergraduate: North Georgia College, Dahlonega, GA

• Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Lewisburg, WV

• Internship: Botsford Hospital, Farmington Hills, MI

• Residency: Botsford Hospital Farmington Hills, MI

• Fellowship: William Beaumont Hospital, Farmington Hills, MI- Body Imaging

• Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

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Dr. Fish joined the practice in 2010. Originally from Janesville, WI he enjoys spending time with his wife and children skiing, boating and swimming. Dr. Fish also enjoys going on long runs and cycling. He and his family share their home with 1 dog. Dr. Fish is a member of: the American College of Radiology; American Osteopathic College of Radiology and the American Osteopathic Association.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology
Musculoskeletal Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, Blacksburg, VA

• Medical School: Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA

• Internship: San Antonio Military Pediatric Consortium, San Antonio, TX- Pediatric 

• Residency: San Antonio Military Pediatric Consortium, San Antonio, TX- Pediatric
  Eastern Virginia Medical School Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters, Norfolk, VA- Radiology

• Fellowship: Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC- Musculoskeletal Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology, 

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Dr. Fletcher enjoys biking, weightlifting, kayaking, swimming, and attending music events. Dr. Fletcher has been with the practice since 2005.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

Education:

• Undergraduate: Princeton University, Princeton, New Jersey

• Medical School: Duke University of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina

• Internship: Duke University of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina – General Surgery

• Residency: Duke University of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina – Diagnostic Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Musculoskeletal

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Southeastern Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO

• Medical School: Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine, Rootstown, OH

• Residency: University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS

• Fellowship: University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH – Musculoskeletal Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Radiology Practitioner Assistant

Education: 

• Radiologic Technology, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN

• Radiology Practitioner Assistant, Weber State University, Ogden, UT

Certifications:

• American Registered Radiological Technologist (ARRT)

• Radiology Practitioner Assistant (CBRPA)

• Registered Technologist RT(R)

• Registered Mammography Technologist (M)

• Registered Breast Sonographer (BS)

• Tennessee State Medical License for Radiologist Assistant

Cynthia enjoys navigating life’s adventures with her husband, Randy.  She also enjoys spending time with her son and daughter in law, Josh and Shelley, son, Jared, and especially her grandson, Carter.   

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Medical School: East Tennessee State University – 1991

• Internship: University of Alabama at Birmingham  – 1992

• Residency: University of Alabama at Birmingham – 1995

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology, ​

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

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Education:

• Undergraduate: The George Washington University, Washington, DC

• Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA

• Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH; University Hospitals of Cleveland, Cleveland, OH

• Fellowship: Memorial MRI Center, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center, Long Beach, CA – Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

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Born in New Jersey, Dr. Hasson enjoys science fiction and computer coding. He spends most of his off time traveling around the world.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology
Diagnostic Neuroradiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN

• Medical School: University of Tennessee – College of Medicine, Memphis, TN

• Internship: University of Tennessee – Graduate School of Medicine, Chattanooga, TN

• Residency: University of Tennessee – Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN

• Fellowship: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN-Diagnostic Neuroradiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology  

• American Board of Radiology- Neuroradiology  

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Having been born and raised in East TN, Dr. Hill gladly joined the Blue Ridge Radiology family in 2018. In his off time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and twin daughters, hiking, playing golf, listening to music and is an amateur photographer.

Clinical Area of Interest: 
Breast Imaging

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN

• Medical School:  University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN

• Residency:  University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN – Radiology

• Fellowship:  University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN – Breast Imaging

• Board Certification:  The American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:
Women’s Imaging

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  David Lipscomb University, Nashville, TN

• Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN

• Internship: University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN

• Residency: University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN

• Fellowship: University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH- Breast Imaging

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

Dr. Ingram has been with Blue Ridge Radiology since 2016.

Clinical Area of Interest:
General Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN

• Medical School: East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine, Johnson City, TN

• Residency: University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY – Diagnostic Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

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Dr. Kindle was born in Kingsport and has four children, Haven, Canyon, Blaise, and River. She is also the proud parent of two dogs and a Scarlet Macaw (parrot). Her hobbies include learning to play the drums, hiking, CrossFit, and history.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Neuroradiology

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Education:

• Medical School: University of Tennessee College of Medicine – 2006

• Internship: Trident Hospital  – 2007

• Residency: Medical University of South Carolina – 2011

• Fellowship: Wake Forest University – 2012

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Neuroradiology

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Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

• Medical School: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine, Chicago, IL

• Internship: Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA

• Residency: Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA

• Fellowship: Hunter Holmes McGuire VAMC, Richmond, VA- Magnetic Resonance Imaging

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

Dr. Kubota has been with Blue Ridge Radiology since 2008.

Clinical Area of Interest: 

Diagnostic Radiology

Education:

• Undergraduate: Spring Hill College, Mobile, AL

• Medical School: University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY

• Internship: University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN

• Residency:   University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN – Diagnostic Radiology

• Board Certification:  American Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest: 

Diagnostic Radiology

Body Imaging

Education:

• Undergraduate:  University of North Texas, Denton TX

• Medical School:  University of Texas at Houston Medical School

• Internship:  Saint Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ

• Residency:  University of South Alabama, Mobile Alabama

• Fellowship:  Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD – Cross-Sectional Imaging

• Board Certification:  American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Dr. Lull joined Blue Ridge Radiology in 2023.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Texas, Austin, TX

• Medical School: University of Vermont – College of Medicine, Burlington, VT

• Internship: University of Connecticut Health Science Center, Farmington, CT

• Residency: Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

Dr. Mai has been with Blue Ridge Radiology since 2007.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Neuroradiology

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Education:

• Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine, Jackson, MS

• Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR

• Fellowship: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR - Neurointerventional/Neuroradiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Neuroradiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Cardiothoracic Imaging
Nuclear Medicine and PET

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN

• Graduate:  Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, TX

• The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, KY

• Medical School:  Quillen College of Medicine, East TN State University, Johnson City, TN

• Residency:  Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, BJC/Wash U./SLCH, St Louis, MO – Diagnostic Radiology & Nuclear Medicine

• Fellowship:  Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, BJC/Wash U./SLCH, St. Louis, MO – Cardiothoracic Imaging

Professional Organizations:

Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society

The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi

American Board of Radiology (ABR)

American Board of Nuclear Medicine (ABNM)

Radiology Society of North America (RSNA)

Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging (SNMMI)

Society of Thoracic Radiology (STR)

Dr. McCarty loves spending time with his amazing wife and four incredible kids, including gathering with the church, enjoying the beautiful sights and sounds of East TN and Appalachia, playing yard games and sports.  He also enjoys listening to music, watching movies, and cheering on the Tennessee Volunteers. 

Clinical Area of Interest:
General Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA

• Medical School:  Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA

• Residency:  Medical College of Virginia, Richmond, VA – Diagnostic Radiology

• Board Certification:  American College of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

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Dr. McReynolds and wife Kendra have two children, Dillon and Nicholas.  His hobbies include playing golf and tennis.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  University of Alabama, Huntsville, AL

• Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine, Birmingham, AL

• Internship: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR- Internal Medicine

• Residency: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, Shreveport, LA- Diagnostic Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

Radiology is a second career for me. My background prior to medical school was in chemistry and chemical engineering. I spent 10 years working in Huntsville, AL at Marshall Space Flight Center in the Materials and Process Laboratory. During my tenure I wrote multiple NASA technical papers and a thesis for a Masters of Science in Materials Engineering from Auburn University. I am a member of the ACR, ABR and RSNA. I enjoy hiking & camping, weight training and mineral and coin collecting. Along with my wife and 2 sons, we share our home with a chocolate lab and a ball python. Dr. Mendrek joined Blue Ridge Radiology in 2006.

Clinical Areas of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  Mississippi College, Clinton, MS

• Medical School:  University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS

• Internship:  Baptist Memorial Hospital, Memphis, TN

• Residency:  University of Tennessee Center for Health Science, Memphis, TN – Diagnostic Radiology

• Board Certification:  American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

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Born in Memphis, Dr. Mullens joined Abingdon Radiology Services (ARS) in 1984 and served as President beginning in 1990 until ARS merged with Blue Ridge Radiology in October 2020.  He and wife Lisa have three dogs and four horses.  His interests include playing golf and music.

Clinical Areas of Interest:

Pediatric Radiology

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Education:

• Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences – 1991

• Internship: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences  – 1992

• Residency: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences – 1996

• Fellowship: Arkansas Children’s Hospital – 1996

• Board Certification:  American Board of Radiology – Pediatric Radiology

Clinical Areas of Interest:

Abdominal and Pelvic Imaging

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  University of Georgia, Athens, GA

• Medical School:  Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership, Athens, GA

• Residency: University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN - Diagnostic Radiology

• Fellowship: Emory University, Atlanta, GA - Abdominal Imaging

• Board Certiication:  American Board of Radiology –Diagnostic Radiology

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Dr. Oakley and his wife, Kayla, have three children and share their home with one cat and four New Zealand rabbits.  In his free time, he enjoys playing baseball in the backyard, collecting and watching movies, and drinking plenty of coffee.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Neuroradiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: New York University, New York City, NY

• Medical School: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York City, NY

• Internship: Methodist Hospital, Memphis, TN

• Residency: Methodist Hospital, Memphis, TN

• Fellowship: University of Arkansas for the Medical Sciences, Little Rock, AR –Neuroradiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology; Neuroradiology

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Dr. Payne and wife Shana have three children – Maddie, Ben, and Parker.  His hobbies include hiking, running and music.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology 

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Education:​

• Board Certification: American Osteopathic Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology​

Radiology Practitioner Assistant

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Education:

• Associates of Applied Science, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN

• Radiology Practitioners Assistant, Weber State University, Ogden, UT

• Bachelors of Business Administration, King College, Bristol, TN

• Bachelors of Science, Weber State University, Ogden, UT

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Certifications:

American Registered Radiological Technologist (ARRT)

• Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.)

• Cardiovascular and Interventional Technologist (CV)

• Registered Technologist (RT(R))

• Certifying Board of Radiology Practitioners Assistant   (CBRPA)

• Radiology Practitioners Assistant (RPA)

• Tennessee State Certified Radiologist Assistant

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Military Service:

• Combat Information Center

• Radarman, Second Class Petty Officer

• United States Coast Guard

• Active in the Reserves

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Loren joined Blue Ridge Radiology in 2003. He enjoys the great outdoors as often as possible with his wife, Kimberly and daughter Erika. His family shares their home with a cat and 2 dogs, a Boxer and Rescue Mix.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology 

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Education:​

• Medical School: Universidad Mundial (World University) – 1983

• Internship: East Tennessee State University  – 1987

• Residency: Univ. of Tennessee – Memphis – 1993

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology​

Clinical Area of Interest:
Body Imaging

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Education:

• Medical School: Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine – 2003

• Internship: Henry Ford Health System – 2004

• Residency: Michigan State University/Henry For Health System – 2008

• Fellowship: Henry Ford Hospital – 2009

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Musculoskeletal Radiology

Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Medical School: ETSU Quillen College of Medicine – 2012

• Internship: University of Florida, Gainesville – 2013

• Residency: University of Florida, Gainesville – 2017

• Fellowship: Wake Forest University – 2018

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Musculoskeletal Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Illinois, Chicago, IL

• Graduate: University of Texas, Austin TX

• Medical School: University of Illinois, Chicago, IL

• Residency: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Springfield, IL

• Fellowship: University of Arizona Medical Center, Tucson, AZ – Musculoskeletal Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:
Neuroradiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX

• Medical School: University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX

• Internship: Kettering Medical Center, Kettering, OH

• Residency: University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN

• Fellowship: University of Colorado Health Science Center, Denver, CO – Neuroradiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

Education:

• Undergraduate: Cornell University. Ithaca, New York

• Medical School: University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine

• Internship: University of Hawaii Department of Medicine

• Residency: University of California, San Francisco, Fresno, California – Diagnostic Radiology

• Fellowship: University of Maryland, College Park Maryland - Musculoskeletal Radiology

• Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh Vascular Clinic, Pittsburgh Pennsylvania – Interventional Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

• Medical School: Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN

• Internship: University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN

• Residency: University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

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Dr. Seaton enjoys spending time at the beach with his wife, Lyndsey and daughter, Camryn.  His other hobbies include skiing, weightlifting, and cheering on the Tennessee Volunteers.

Radiologist Assistant

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Education:

• Associates of Radiologic Science, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN

• Bachelors of Business Science, Tusculum College, Greeneville, TN

• Masters of Radiologic Science, RRA, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC

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Valedictorian of RA Class

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Certifications: 

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologies

• Registered Radiologic Technology (RT (R))

• Registered Radiologist Assistant

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In addition to being an award-winning outdoor writer, Larry is also an avid hunter and fisherman.  He is a ten-year member of Bass Pro Shops Redhead Pro Hunting Staff and a four-time winner of the Billy Westmoreland Smallmouth Invitational at Dale Hollow Lake.  Larry and his wife Ashley have three children – Mason, Ashlyn, and Baylee.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Muhlenberg College, Allenstown, PA

• Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC

• Internship: Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA

• Residency: Mercy Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA

• Fellowship: University of New Mexico Hospital, Albuquerque, NM - Special Procedures/Body Imaging

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology
   

Dr. Siner is a founding member of Blue Ridge Radiology.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:​

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

Education: 

• Undergraduate: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

• Medical School: The Brody School of Medicine at Eastern Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina

• Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University-Medical College of VA – Diagnostic Radiology

• Residency: Duke University, Durham, North Carolina – Internal Medicine

• Fellowship: Virginia Commonwealth University-Medical College of Virginia – Breast Imaging

• Board Certification:  American College of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology
Neuroradiology
Vascular/Interventional Radiology

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Education:​

• Undergraduate: Brigham Young University, Provo, UT

• Medical School: University of South Florida College of Medicine, Tampa, FL

• Internship: Scott & White/Texas A&M, Temple, TX

• Residency: Scott & White/Texas A&M, Temple, TX

• Fellowship: Scott & White/Texas A&M, Temple, TX

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

• American Board of Radiology- Neuroradiology

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From the picturesque state of Utah, Dr. Smith joined the practice in 2015. He enjoys reading, watching movies, listening to music and practicing his religious faith. Dr. Smith also enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, Elisabeth and their 8 children: Katelyn, Dallin, Grant, Peter, Lilly, Charles, Andrew and Jane. His family also shares their home with 1 cat.

Radiologist Assistant

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Education:

• Bachelors of Radiologic Science – East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN

• Masters of Radiologic Science, RRA, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC

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Certifications: 

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologies

• Registered Radiologic Technology (RT (R))

• Registered Radiologist Assistant

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Kiela and her husband Matthew live in Greeneville, TN. They enjoy spending time at the beach and being outdoors whenever possible.    Kiela’s hobbies include softball, volleyball, and CrossFit.

Radiology Practitioner Assistant

Clinical Area of Interest:

Neuroradiology

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Education:​

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Neuroradiology

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology
Musculoskeletal & Sports Medicine Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC

• Medical School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, SC

• Internship: University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN

• Residency: University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN

• Fellowship: Radiology Associates of Birmingham, Birmingham, AL- Musculoskeletal & Sports Medicine Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology
   

Dr. Suther joined the practice in 2018

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN

• Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN

• Internship: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN- Emergency Medicine

• Residency: University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN- Nuclear Medicine 
  University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN- Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology
   

Dr. Taylor-Gantte joined the practice in 2019.

Radiology Practitioner Assistant

Education:

• Radiology, East TN State University, Johnson City, TN

• Radiology Practitioners Assist, Weber State University, Ogden, UT

Certifications:

• American Registry Radiological Technologist (ARRT)

• Certifying Board of Radiology Practitioners Assistant (CBRPA)

Society Member:

• Society of Radiology Physician Extenders

• American Society of Radiologic Technologists

• Tennessee Society of Radiologic Technologists

Eric was born in Joneborough, TN and he and his wife Michelle have two children, Christian and Carson.  They enjoy spending time with their family,  and have their three grandchildren, Patrick, Griffin, and Saige.  They are huge University of Tennessee sports fans.  Eric also spends time dog sitting for friends. 

Physician Assistant

Education:

• Bachelor of Science - Biology, East TN State University, Johnson City, TN

• Master of Science - Physician Assistant, Milligan University, Johnson City, TN

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Certifications:

• NCCPA

Originally from Johnson City TN, John is a dedicated fan of the University of Tennessee Volunteers. In his free time, he enjoys offshore fishing, staying active through running and weightlifting, and traveling to new areas with his wife, Sydni.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN

• Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center , Memphis, TN

• Internship: University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN

• Residency: University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN

• Fellowship: University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL- Abdominal Imaging

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology
   

Dr. Thurman has been with Blue Ridge Radiology since 2012. His main clinical interests include women’s imaging and image guided procedures. He has been involved with group leadership since 2015. He and his wife, Katie are Tri-Cities natives. Most of their free time is spent shuttling their three children: Anna, Lydia and Bennett, to their assorted activities. His favorite activities are trips to Dollywood and days on the lake with his family.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Cardiothoracic & Abdominopelvic Imaging

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA

• Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA

• Residency: University of Alabama Medical Center, Birmingham AL – Diagnostic Radiology

• Fellowship: University of Alabama Medical Center, Birmingham, AL – Cardiothoracic & Abdominopelvic Imaging

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Musculoskeletal

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Education:

• Undergraduate: Emory University, Atlanta, GA

• Pharmacy School: Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA

• Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC

• Residency: University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC; Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Spartanburg, SC

• Fellowship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN – Musculoskeletal Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa

• Medical School: University of the Orange Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa

• Internship: Kalafong Hospital – University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa

• Residency: Universitas Hospital, Bloemfontein, South Africa

• Eastern Virginia Medical School – EVMS, Norfolk, VA

• Fellowship: Duke University, Durham, NC- Nuclear Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology
   

Dr. Gert joined the practice in 2002.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology
Musculoskeletal Radiology

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Education:

• Residency: Maryland General Hospital, Baltimore, MD
  Yale-New Haven Hospital of St. Raphael, New Haven, CT

• Fellowship: Yale-New Haven Hospital, New Haven, CT- Musculoskeletal Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology
   

Growing up in military family, Dr Vittori was born in Sacramento but has lived all over the country.  He joined the practice in 2015 and has enjoyed laying down roots and raising his family in east Tennessee. He spends much of his free time hiking and traveling with his wife Lauren and two daughters, Claire and Brinley.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology- Diagnostic Radiology

Clinical Area of Interest:

Neuroradiology

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Education:

• Medical School: UT Southwestern Medical School, Dallas, TX

• Residency: Wake Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, NC - Diagnostic Radiology

• Fellowship: Weke Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, NC - Neuroradiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology and Neuroradiology

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Outside of work, Dr. Watts enjoys spending his time with his family. He is also a proud beef cattle raiser and outdoor enthusiast.

Clinical Area of Interest:

Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  University of California at Berkeley, Berkeley, CA

• Graduate:  University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT – Genetics

• Medical School:  Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC

• Residency:  University of Missouri Healthcare, Columbia, MO – Diagnostic Radiology

• Internship:  University of Missouri Healthcare, Columbia, MO – Diagnostic Radiology

• Board Certification:  American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology​

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate:  East TN State University, Johnson City, TN

• Medical School:  East TN State University, Johnson City, TN

• Internship:  University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN

• Residency:  University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, Knoxville, TN

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Professional Organizations:

• American College of Radiology (ACR)

• American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS)

• Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)

Dr. Wilhoit joined Blue Ridge Radiology in 2023.  He and his wife, Makayla, have four children, Adalynn, Emersyn, Weston, and Gracelyn. They enjoy spending time together as a family and are very involved in their church.  Dr. Wilhoit also enjoys running, golf and watching UT sports.

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Undergraduate: University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA

• Graduate: Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN

• Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN

• Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN – Diagnostic Radiology

• Board Certification: American Board of Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology​

Clinical Area of Interest:
Diagnostic Radiology

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Education:

• Medical School: Medical College of Georgia – 2010

• Internship: Riverside Regional Medical Center – 2011

• Residency: University of Florida – 2015

• Fellowship: University of Wisconsin – 2016

• American Board of Radiology – Diagnostic Radiology