Summary

Dr. Donald Wheatley specializes in neurology and psychiatry, bringing nearly four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency training at West Virginia University Hospital. With 39 years of experience treating complex neurological and psychiatric conditions, Dr. Wheatley has developed extensive knowledge in managing disorders that affect both the brain and mental health. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Wheatley practices at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center and sees patients in Knoxville, Tennessee. He focuses on treating headaches and chronic pain conditions, helping patients find relief from persistent discomfort. His expertise also includes managing opioid-induced hyperalgesia, a challenging condition where pain medications can actually increase sensitivity to pain. Dr. Wheatley performs diagnostic procedures including skin biopsies when needed for proper evaluation. Patients have rated him 4.3 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care and medical expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 39 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • West Virginia University Hospital
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Knoxville Neurology Specialists Pllc

501 20th St Ste 505Knoxville, TN 37916
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Donald Gregory Wheatley, MDDr. Michael Frank SmithDr. Karlee Brooke StameyDr. Bethany A Gillis
NeurologyPsychiatryNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.5 
39 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Knoxville , TNAlcoa , TNKnoxville , TNKnoxville , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University of Tennessee
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Donald Gregory Wheatley

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Donald Gregory Wheatley has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Donald Gregory Wheatley has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Psychiatry
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

West Virginia University Hospital

Medical School

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Dr. Donald Wheatley is affiliated with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center.

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