Summary

Dr. Lorna Birch is a geriatric medicine and internal medicine physician with nearly three decades of clinical experience. 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 29 years in practice, Dr. Birch has developed extensive expertise in caring for older adults and managing complex medical conditions. She is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Birch practices at multiple locations throughout the Chattanooga area, including Hixson and Chattanooga, Tennessee. Her hospital affiliations include Parkridge Medical Center, Chi Memorial Hospital Hixson, Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, and Parkridge East Hospital. She specializes in treating conditions such as chronic anemia and bipolar disorder, including bipolar disorder in children and teenagers. Her practice includes performing diagnostic imaging procedures like CT scans of the abdomen and chest to help diagnose and monitor various medical conditions.
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Quick Facts

  • 29 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 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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Geriatric MedicineNurse PractitionerNephrologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
29 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Hixson , TNChattanooga , TNOOLTEWAH , TNFort Oglethorpe , GA
Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica
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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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Lorna Birch accepting new patients?
Dr. Lorna Birch has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Lorna Birch accept my insurance?
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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.
Where is Dr. Lorna Birch's office located?
Dr. Lorna Birch's office is located at 2051 Hamill Rd, Hixson, TN, 37343.
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