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Dr. James Balvich is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 16 years of clinical experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Centennial Medical Center. Dr. Balvich is board-certified in internal medicine and communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Balvich practices at Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga in Chattanooga, Tennessee. His clinical expertise includes managing chronic kidney disease and heart failure, along with caring for patients with type 2 diabetes. He also performs therapeutic hypothermia procedures for critically ill patients requiring specialized temperature management therapy.
Dr. Balvich practices at Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga in Chattanooga, Tennessee. His clinical expertise includes managing chronic kidney disease and heart failure, along with caring for patients with type 2 diabetes. He also performs therapeutic hypothermia procedures for critically ill patients requiring specialized temperature management therapy.
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Quick Facts
- 16 years of experience
- speaks English
- Centennial Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga
2525 Desales AveChattanooga, TN 37404 Tel: (423) 495-2525
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Pediatrics | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Chattanooga , TN | Lyons , CO | Huntsville , AL | CHATTANOOGA , TN |
| Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine | Med School: Meharry Medical College |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Clifford Balvich has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Clifford Balvich has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Dr. James Clifford Balvich 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
Residency
Completed their residency at Centennial Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine in 2010.
NPI Number
Dr. Balvich's NPI number is 1033434873.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. James Balvich affiliated with?
- Dr. James Balvich is affiliated with Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga.
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- Where is Dr. James Balvich's office located?
- Dr. James Balvich's office is located at 2525 Desales Ave, Chattanooga, TN, 37404.
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