Dr. Stephen D. Clark, MD | Spencer, TN | Internist

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Dr. Stephen Clark is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College of Medicine. With 21 years of experience in healthcare, he focuses on comprehensive adult medical care and preventive health services. Dr. Clark is fluent in both English and German, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Clark practices at multiple locations across Tennessee, including Spencer and Crossville, and maintains an affiliation with Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands Hospital. He specializes in managing cholesterol problems, including high cholesterol in children and teenagers, as well as complex lipid disorders that run in families. His practice emphasizes preventive care through services like depression screening and flu vaccinations. Patients rate Dr. Clark 4.3 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive approach to internal medicine care.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.3

16 Ratings
21 years of experience
35 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, German
East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine
8 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Clark's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

16 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 16 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Dr. Clark is Personal, Kind, and an excellent doctor. If you want to be well taken care of for your medical needs you will not be disappointed

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 31st, 2019

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He' cares for his patient beyond the normal get in get out process that alot of doctors do. I recommend him to you as a doc who cares

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 19th, 2019

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Dr. Clark was recommended to us by friends when our long time physician retired. He has been our doctor for two years. We found Dr. Clark to be a very caring doctor who listens and discusses your concerns until you have the information you need. We are very happy to have found Dr. Clark. We get our labs done a week before our appointment to see the Doctor and we have not had to wait for either the labs or to see the Doctor. Our appointments are confirmed ahead of time and there does not seem to be any problem with the scheduled appointments. Dr. Clark uses an electronic means to communicate if you have a question about treatment or medication. This portal is very convenient. You dont have to drive to the office just to ask a question or wait for him to call you back. He will send a message in answer to your question ASAP.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 2nd, 2018

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Dr. Clark's office is 40 miles from me. I drive this distance to see a great doctor. He is always kind and concerned with whatever issues I may have.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 12th, 2016

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It takes forever to get help from the staff. There is usually a 45 minute waiting time to see the Dr. and also to get blood work done.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 23rd, 2015

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I just want to say I just had my first official meeting with Dr. Clark today to handle my health issues. He took his time with me, answered all my concerns, came up with a plan to give me a better life living with my disease. His care and skills are above and beyond what you normally get with some doctors today, the drive thru type that we do not like. He's not like that at all. I thank God for this doctor and know God will use him to help me along the way. Thanks Dr. Clark!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 26th, 2013

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My husband & I went to Dr. Clark after we were dis-satisfied with our previous Doctor. At the time, he was accepting new patients,which was a plus, but once we met him, and had several subsequent visits, we found that he is an excellent physician, very easy to talk to, and diagnoses the problem right away, with little or no further ado.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 1st, 2010

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He's a extremely biased individualhe treated me disrespectfullyand with despice

Did Well

Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

September 18th, 2009

Cumberland Family Care Van Buren

817 College StSpencer, TN 38585

Tel: (931) 946-2113

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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493 Lantana RdCrossville, TN 38555

Tel: (931) 335-9919

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

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Tel: (931) 484-9511

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Dr. Stephen Dennis Clark, MD	Eric Harker	Dr. Brad E Blankenship	Dr. Medicherla Shyama Kumar, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (16 Ratings)	4 (8 Ratings)	3.8 (11 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
21 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	41 Years of Experience	58 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, German	Speaks English	Speaks English
Spencer , TN	Lyons , CO	McMinnville , TN	Sparta , TN
Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Tennessee	Med School: Osmania Medical College
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Internal Medicine

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Dr. Stephen Dennis Clark holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine in 2005.

NPI Number

Dr. Clark's NPI number is 1275727927.

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What languages does Dr. Stephen Clark speak?: Dr. Stephen Clark speaks English and German.
Where is Dr. Stephen Clark's office located?: Dr. Stephen Clark's office is located at 817 College St, Spencer, TN, 38585.
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