Dr. Kaela Elise Parnell Blake, MD

Dr. Kaela Blake is a surgeon with 11 years of experience providing specialized surgical care. She earned her medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine and completed her residency at Southwest Medical Center. Her surgical expertise focuses on helping patients overcome physical challenges and mobility issues.

Dr. Blake practices at multiple locations throughout Knoxville and Dallas, with hospital affiliations at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, University of Tennessee Medical Center, and University of Tennessee Medical Center Heart Hospital. She treats patients dealing with weakness and loss of trunk control, often working with individuals who struggle with obesity and weight management. Her approach includes physical therapy techniques, strength training programs, and manual therapy to help patients regain function and improve their quality of life.