Summary

Dr. Donald Kern specializes in internal medicine and public health & general preventive medicine, bringing nearly five decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and has dedicated 49 years to caring for patients across multiple specialties. His dual focus allows him to provide comprehensive adult care while emphasizing disease prevention and community health initiatives.

Dr. Kern maintains affiliations with Parkridge East Hospital and Erlanger East Hospital, serving patients in both Birmingham, Alabama and Chattanooga, Tennessee. His extensive background in internal medicine enables him to manage complex adult health conditions and coordinate comprehensive care plans. Through his public health expertise, he also focuses on preventive medicine strategies that help patients maintain optimal wellness and avoid future health complications.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 49 years of experience
  • Tufts University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Donald Clare Kern has 3 locations

Quality Correctional Health Care

200 Narrows Pkwy Ste ABirmingham, AL 35242
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

Erlanger East Hospital

1751 Gunbarrel RdChattanooga, TN 37421

Parkridge East Hospital

941 Spring Creek RdChattanooga, TN 37412

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
49 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Birmingham , ALAugusta , GALyons , COBirmingham , AL
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Donald Clare Kern

  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Donald Clare Kern has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Donald Clare Kern has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Public Health & General Preventive Medicine
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Dr. Donald Clare Kern holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Alabama and Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Tufts University School Of Medicine in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Kern's NPI number is 1619196938.

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Dr. Donald Kern's office is located at 200 Narrows Pkwy Ste A, Birmingham, AL, 35242.
Which hospitals is Dr. Donald Kern affiliated with?
Dr. Donald Kern is affiliated with Parkridge East Hospital and ERLANGER EAST HOSPITAL.

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