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Summary
Dr. Michael Kern specializes in orthopedic surgery with additional expertise in sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Medstar Health. With 14 years of experience in practice, Dr. Kern brings extensive knowledge to treating musculoskeletal conditions and sports-related injuries. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Kern practices at multiple locations throughout Knoxville, Tennessee, and maintains affiliations with University of Tennessee Medical Center, Leconte Medical Center, and Tennova Healthcare Turkey Creek Medical Center. He focuses on helping patients with joint stiffness and knee pain. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain mobility and function.
Dr. Kern practices at multiple locations throughout Knoxville, Tennessee, and maintains affiliations with University of Tennessee Medical Center, Leconte Medical Center, and Tennova Healthcare Turkey Creek Medical Center. He focuses on helping patients with joint stiffness and knee pain. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain mobility and function.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 14 years of experience
- speaks English
- Medstar Health
- 2 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Michael James Kern has 3 locationsUniversity Orthopedic Surgeons
11440 Parkside Dr Ste 110Knoxville, TN 37934 Tel: (865) 218-9300
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
University Orthopedic Surgeons
1600 ACCELERATOR WAY STE 200KNOXVILLE, TN 37920Mon8:00 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 - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Michael James Kern, MD | Dr. Chris Hoedt, MD | Dr. William Larry Johnson, MD | Dr. Kenneth Manson Allum, MD |
| Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery | Sports Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 14 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Knoxville , TN | Greenville , NC | Cleveland , TN | Jefferson City , TN |
| Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine | Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael James Kern
Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael James Kern has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael James Kern has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Dr. Michael James Kern holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Medstar Health.
Medical School
Graduated from Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine in 2012.
NPI Number
Dr. Kern's NPI number is 1093071268.
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- Dr. Michael Kern speaks English.
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- Dr. Michael Kern's office is located at 11440 Parkside Dr Ste 110, Knoxville, TN, 37934.
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