Dr. Melissa Prather Cheers, MD

Dr. Melissa Cheers is a thoracic surgeon who brings 13 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Ross University School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Her specialized training in thoracic surgery allows her to address complex conditions affecting the chest, lungs, and heart.

Dr. Cheers practices across multiple locations in Tennessee, including Bristol, Elizabethton, and Kingsport. She focuses on treating coronary artery disease and understands the unique aspects of heart disease in women. Her expertise includes managing myocardial ischemia, a condition where the heart muscle doesn't receive enough blood flow. The procedures she performs include chest imaging studies and hemodialysis for patients who need kidney support.