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Summary
Dr. James Abernathy is a medical doctor specializing in surgery and family medicine. He earned his medical degree from East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College of Medicine and brings eight years of clinical experience to his practice.
Dr. Abernathy practices at Morristown Hamblen Healthcare System and provides care through UT Family Medicine Center locations in Jackson and Morristown, Tennessee. His expertise includes treating conditions such as respiratory failure, hypertension, and hypertensive emergencies. He performs specialized procedures including therapeutic hypothermia, dialysis, and hemodialysis to help patients with complex medical needs.
Dr. Abernathy practices at Morristown Hamblen Healthcare System and provides care through UT Family Medicine Center locations in Jackson and Morristown, Tennessee. His expertise includes treating conditions such as respiratory failure, hypertension, and hypertensive emergencies. He performs specialized procedures including therapeutic hypothermia, dialysis, and hemodialysis to help patients with complex medical needs.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 8 years of experience
- 31 insurance plans accepted
- East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Elmer Abernathy has 3 locationsUt Family Medicine Center
294 Summar DrJackson, TN 38301 Tel: (731) 423-1932
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
Ut Family Medicine Center Jackson
700 W FOREST AVE FL 5JACKSON, TN 38301Mon8:00 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
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Elmer Abernathy
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Elmer Abernathy has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Elmer Abernathy has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
8 Years Experience
Dr. James Elmer Abernathy 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
Medical School
Graduated from East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine in 2018.
NPI Number
Dr. Abernathy's NPI number is 1427146539.
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- Where is Dr. James Abernathy's office located?
- Dr. James Abernathy's office is located at 294 Summar Dr, Jackson, TN, 38301.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Abernathy affiliated with?
- Dr. James Abernathy is affiliated with Morristown Hamblen Healthcare System.
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