Dr. Richard Andrew Peters, MD

Dr. Richard Peters specializes in internal medicine, bringing 37 years of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Dr. Peters is fluent in English and provides comprehensive internal medicine care to adult patients.

Dr. Peters practices at multiple locations in Tennessee, including Chattanooga and Hixson, with affiliations at Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, Chi Memorial Hospital Hixson, and Erlanger East Hospital. He focuses on managing cholesterol disorders, including high cholesterol in children and teens, and treats inherited lipid conditions. His practice includes ordering blood tests for diagnosis and monitoring, and he incorporates physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans when appropriate. Patients rate Dr. Peters 4.3 out of 5 stars for his care.