Dr. James T. Kirby, MD | Knoxville, TN | Internal Medicine

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Dr. James Kirby is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated 28 years to providing comprehensive primary care. 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 Graduate School of Medicine. Dr. Kirby is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Kirby practices at Summit Medical Associates and maintains affiliations with Parkwest Medical Center and Tennova Healthcare Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. He specializes in treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients have rated Dr. Kirby 4.5 out of 5 stars on average, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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accepting new patients
4.5

16 Ratings
28 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Tn Grad School Of Medicine
7 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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Poor diagnostician

September 5th, 2018

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Excellent care, caring, and has time for any questions. The BEST...

July 23rd, 2018

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Dr. Kirby is the "captain" of my medical team and he is excellent at keeping things on course and managing the whole picture. He has been my primary care physician for years and he has always been very kind, in tune, thorough, and excellent at dealing with all issues related to my health. I consider myself to be very fortunate to have this physician as my doctor and I benefit regularly because of his knowledge, kindness, and commitment to my health.

July 2nd, 2018

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Fantastic doctor. He has been our doctor for 24 years.

January 12th, 2016

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Dr. Kirby is an exceptional doctor. He is caring, he listens and he takes action to assist his patients to gain and maintain their health. His nurse Shirley is totally professional, caring, and doesn't let anything fall through the cracks. They are the best team of health professionals we have ever had. We have been patients for over eight years.

August 16th, 2011

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He has been my doctor forever and he is the best. His nurse Shirley is the by far wonderful only a couple of problems with one lady in office in about 9 years.

August 12th, 2011

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Dr Kirby is very knowledgeable, caring, and professional.I have been a patient for about 8 years

January 18th, 2011

Summit Medical Associates

9333 Park West BlvdKnoxville, TN 37923

Tel: (865) 531-4600

Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Parkwest Medical Center

9352 Park West BlvdKnoxville, TN 37923

Tel: (865) 373-1000


Dr. James Thomas Kirby, MD	Dr. Tuesdae Stainbrook, DO	Eric Harker	Dr. Bradley Robert Pollard, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Vascular & Interventional Radiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (16 Ratings)	4.4 (10 Ratings)	3.9 (7 Ratings)	5 (5 Ratings)
28 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
Knoxville , TN	Du Bois , PA	Lyons , CO	Knoxville , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine	Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

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University Tn Grad School Of Medicine

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University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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