4.4
7 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Janet Purkey has practiced internal medicine and hospital medicine for 39 years and is affiliated with University of Tennessee Medical Center. She treats chronic kidney disease, advanced-stage chronic kidney disease, and type 2 diabetes mellitus. Dr. Purkey earned her medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine in Knoxville, Tennessee. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Purkey 4.4 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 39 years of experience
- 32 insurance plans accepted
- University Tn Grad School Of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Janet Laster Purkey, MD | Dr. Yaw Otchere-Boateng, MD | Eric Harker | Dr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-C |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 39 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) | ||
| Knoxville , TN | Kingsport , TN | Lyons , CO | Mesquite , TX |
| Med School: UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | Med School: University Of Ghana Medical School | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Janet Laster Purkey
Medical Specialties
Dr. Janet Laster Purkey has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Janet Laster Purkey has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Tn Grad School Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1987.
NPI Number
Dr. Purkey's NPI number is 1063437978.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Janet Purkey?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Janet Purkey here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Janet Purkey accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Janet Purkey accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Janet Purkey's office located?
- Dr. Janet Purkey's office is located at 1924 Alcoa Hwy, Knoxville, TN, 37920.
- Is Dr. Janet Purkey accepting new patients?
- Dr. Janet Purkey has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Janet Purkey affiliated with?
- Dr. Janet Purkey is affiliated with University Of Tennessee Medical Center.
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