4.5
12 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Joseph Kretschmar is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine. With 45 years of medical experience, he brings extensive knowledge to the diagnosis and treatment of digestive system disorders alongside comprehensive internal medicine care. Dr. Kretschmar speaks English and serves patients throughout the Greeneville area.
He practices at Greeneville Community Hospital East and provides care through Ballad Health Medical Associates Gastroenterology in Greeneville, Tennessee. Dr. Kretschmar specializes in treating colon polyps and managing hypertension in both adult and pediatric patients. His procedural expertise includes sedation services and various pathology testing to help diagnose digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
He practices at Greeneville Community Hospital East and provides care through Ballad Health Medical Associates Gastroenterology in Greeneville, Tennessee. Dr. Kretschmar specializes in treating colon polyps and managing hypertension in both adult and pediatric patients. His procedural expertise includes sedation services and various pathology testing to help diagnose digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- 45 years of experience
- speaks English
- Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Joseph Merlin Kretschmar has 2 locationsBallad Health Medical Associates Gastroenterology Greenville
1406 Tusculum Blvd Ste 1200Greeneville, TN 37745 Tel: (423) 787-6370
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Joseph Merlin Kretschmar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joseph Merlin Kretschmar has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Loma Linda University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1981
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