Summary

Dr. Lorna Birch specializes in geriatric medicine and internal medicine, focusing her practice on the comprehensive care of older adults and general medical conditions. She earned her medical degree from Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University and completed her residency training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. With nearly three decades of medical experience since beginning her career, Dr. Birch brings extensive knowledge to patient care. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Birch practices at multiple locations throughout the Chattanooga and Hixson, Tennessee area, including Chi Memorial Hospital Hixson, Parkridge Medical Center, and several other affiliated hospitals. She treats patients with various conditions including chronic anemia and bipolar disorder. Her expertise includes performing diagnostic imaging procedures such as CT scans of the abdomen and chest to help evaluate and diagnose medical concerns.

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Quick Facts

  • 29 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Lorna May Birch has 5 locations

Parkridge Medical Center

2333 Mccallie AveChattanooga, TN 37404

Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga

2525 Desales AveChattanooga, TN 37404

Parkridge East Hospital

941 Spring Creek RdChattanooga, TN 37412

Erlanger Baroness Hospital

975 E 3rd StChattanooga, TN 37403

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Hixson , TNChattanooga , TNCleveland , TNChattanooga , TN
Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Lorna May Birch has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lorna May Birch has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • EOL Care
  • Internal Medicine
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Senility
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Lorna May Birch holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Albert Einstein College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Birch's NPI number is 1437240504.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Lorna Birch affiliated with?
Dr. Lorna Birch is affiliated with Parkridge Medical Center, Chi Memorial Hospital Hixson, Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, and Parkridge East Hospital.
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What languages does Dr. Lorna Birch speak?
Dr. Lorna Birch speaks English and Spanish.

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