3.7
3 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Derrick Galapon treats gastritis, obesity and overweight, and abdominal pain, and performs laparoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, and colonoscopy. He practices surgery and has 38 years of experience, and is affiliated with Hardin Medical Center.
He completed his residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and sees patients in La Follette and Savannah, Tennessee. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Galapon 3.67 out of 5.
He completed his residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and sees patients in La Follette and Savannah, Tennessee. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Galapon 3.67 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- speaks English
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Derrick Brent Galapon has 3 locationsTennova General Surgery Lafollette
919 E Central Ave Ste 201La Follette, TN 37766 Tel: (423) 907-1680
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
TueClosed
WedClosed
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Tennova Heart Lafollette
919 E Central AveLa Follette, TN 37766 Tel: (423) 907-1740
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Derrick Brent Galapon, MD | Dr. James Christophe Sherrell, MD | Dr. Ankush Kumar Bansal, MD | Dr. David Joel Harrell, MD |
| Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Internal Medicine | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 38 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| La Follette , TN | Knoxville , TN | Loxahatchee , FL | Knoxville , TN |
| Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Med School: CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derrick Brent Galapon
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Derrick Brent Galapon has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derrick Brent Galapon has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. Derrick Brent Galapon holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Galapon's NPI number is 1386790129.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Derrick Galapon affiliated with?
- Dr. Derrick Galapon is affiliated with Hardin Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Derrick Galapon accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Derrick Galapon accepts on their Vitals profile.
- What languages does Dr. Derrick Galapon speak?
- Dr. Derrick Galapon speaks English.
- Does Dr. Derrick Galapon accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Derrick Galapon has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Is Dr. Derrick Galapon accepting new patients?
- Dr. Derrick Galapon is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Derrick Galapon's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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