Dr. Edward F. Lord, MD | Chattanooga, TN | Family Physician

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With 44 years in family medicine, Dr. Edward Lord treats juvenile osteoporosis and osteoporosis, and performs home infusion therapy, infusion clinic services, and intravenous antibiotics. He is affiliated with Parkridge East Hospital and sees patients in Chattanooga and Spring City, Tennessee. Dr. Lord earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lord 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
4.4

19 Ratings
44 years of experience
10 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine
7 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations

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

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Dr. Lord's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

19 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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I was his patient for years and years he is a wonderful Dr. I left due to moving or probably would have stay with him til I died! great Staff and I was totally pleased with him as my Primary Care Dr.

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

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July 12th, 2016

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I have seen Dr. Lord for at least 10 years. He has early morning appts which allowed me to stop by on my way to work (usually at 07:00 hrs) and still get to work by 08 or 08:15 hrs. Great, great, great bedside manner, explains things well and then asks questions to make sure I actually understood explanation.

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 7th, 2016

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I have been a patient for many years. Dr.Lord has always been very courteous, respectful, concerned and listens to your "self diagnosis" and refers you to a specialist as needed. A great doctor!

June 15th, 2014

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I like Dr. Lord because he listens to what I think is wrong. It is rare to find that in a physician. He and his staff are very kind. Today, I was an hour late for an appointment due to the interstate being closed. He, and his staff managed to see me anyway. I appreciated that.

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 20th, 2014

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Do not use this dr. I don't hoe Heath grades show his scores so high but he is not a good dr. He may have been,but now he must need to retire b/c he was just mean to me and I will never see him again.

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Needs Improvement

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

June 25th, 2013

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I have Blue Cross/Blue Shield and this doctor had a great rating on their site and internet reviews which I thought was great. I thought I had finally found a good doctor, but he must have been having a bad day as he didn't spend very much time talking to me about my medical history or why I was seeing him. He just pushed through the appointment,cut me off and didn't seem to want to hear what I had to say. I was almost in tears as one point. After a few minutes, he said he would fax meds I was currently taking to a Walgreens in Cleveland. This was just from a list I gave him. I was looking for a good primary care physician since moving from GA to TN and he is not the one for me. I would not recommend him to anyone.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

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

May 6th, 2013

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Very accurate, great followup! He diagnosed my thyroid disease (which had cancer cells)when "specialist" didn't. He's great!

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

January 8th, 2009

Chattanooga Family Practice Associates PC

961 Spring Creek RdChattanooga, TN 37412

Tel: (423) 892-2221

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Edward F Lord Md

436 Waterfront WaySpring City, TN 37381

Tel: (423) 892-2221


Dr. Edward F Lord, MD	Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC	Dr. Synthia Beeler, MD	Dr. Jennifer Tutt
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (19 Ratings)	4.2 (5 Ratings)	4.3 (129 Ratings)	3.3 (7 Ratings)
44 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience		26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Chattanooga , TN	Orlando , FL	Chattanooga , TN	Atlanta , GA
Med School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine		Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine	Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Family Medicine

Check-up
Contraception
Diabetes
Family Planning
Immunization
Influenza
Weight Loss

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Lord's NPI number is 1093789455.

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Does Dr. Edward Lord accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Edward Lord accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Edward Lord affiliated with?: Dr. Edward Lord is affiliated with Parkridge East Hospital.
Where is Dr. Edward Lord's office located?: Dr. Edward Lord's office is located at 961 Spring Creek Rd, Chattanooga, TN, 37412.
Does Dr. Edward Lord accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Edward Lord has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Edward Lord speak?: Dr. Edward Lord speaks English and Spanish.

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