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Dr. James Yates is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional expertise in internal medicine. He completed his medical education at the University of Michigan Medical School and continued his training with a residency at the University of Michigan Health System. With over six decades of experience in cardiology, Dr. Yates brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in French, Spanish, German, and English.
Dr. Yates practices at multiple locations in Knoxville, Tennessee, including Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center and University of Tennessee Medical Center Heart Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating high blood pressure conditions and hypertensive emergencies. He performs diagnostic procedures such as EKGs to evaluate heart function and blood tests to monitor cardiovascular health.
Dr. Yates practices at multiple locations in Knoxville, Tennessee, including Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center and University of Tennessee Medical Center Heart Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating high blood pressure conditions and hypertensive emergencies. He performs diagnostic procedures such as EKGs to evaluate heart function and blood tests to monitor cardiovascular health.
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Quick Facts
- 62 years of experience
- speaks French, Spanish, German, English
- University Of Michigan Health System
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Douglas Yates has 3 locationsRiver Valley Health
2018 Western AveKnoxville, TN 37921 Tel: (865) 544-0406
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
University Of Tennessee Medical Center Heart Hospital
1924 Alcoa HwyKnoxville, TN 37920 Tel: (865) 305-9000
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| Knoxville , TN | Knoxville , TN | Knoxville , TN | KNOXVILLE , TN |
| Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine | Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine | Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Douglas Yates has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Douglas Yates has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
62 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Michigan Health System
Medical School
University Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 1964
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- Dr. James Yates speaks French, Spanish, German, and English.
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- Dr. James Yates's office is located at 2018 Western Ave, Knoxville, TN, 37921.
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