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Summary
Dr. Francis Cole is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgery of the chest, lungs, and related structures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Tennessee. With 58 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Cole brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Cole is affiliated with Regional One Health and Memphis VA Medical Center, practicing in Memphis, Tennessee. He focuses on treating patients with serious lung conditions, including lung cancer and both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. His surgical expertise helps patients navigate complex thoracic procedures, and he also performs essential diagnostic tests such as blood work and complete blood counts to monitor patient health.
Dr. Cole is affiliated with Regional One Health and Memphis VA Medical Center, practicing in Memphis, Tennessee. He focuses on treating patients with serious lung conditions, including lung cancer and both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. His surgical expertise helps patients navigate complex thoracic procedures, and he also performs essential diagnostic tests such as blood work and complete blood counts to monitor patient health.
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Quick Facts
- 58 years of experience
- 1 insurance plan accepted
- speaks English
- University Of Tennessee
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
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| Dr. Francis Hammond Cole, MD | Dr. Bruce Wayne Staeheli, MD | Dr. Sarah Margaret Helena Mcintyre | Dr. Devanshi Dipak Patel |
| Thoracic Surgery | Emergency Medicine | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 58 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Memphis , TN | Houston , TX | MEMPHIS , TN | Memphis , TN |
| Med School: UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Francis Hammond Cole has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Francis Hammond Cole has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
58 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Tennessee
Medical School
UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER COLLEGE OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1969
University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1968
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Francis Cole affiliated with?
- Dr. Francis Cole is affiliated with Regional One Health and Memphis Va Medical Center.
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