4.8
37 Ratings with 10 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. R. Sowell treats high cholesterol in children and teens, hypertension, and hypertensive emergency. Board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, he is affiliated with Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga and sees patients in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He completed his residency at the University of Alabama and earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Sowell 4.78 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 65 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University of Alabama
- 10 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
CommonSpirit Medical Group - Chattanooga Internal Medicine
605 Glenwood Dr. Suite 300Chattanooga, TN 37404 Tel: (423) 495-2690
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Emergency Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 25 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) | Speaks English | Speaks French, Spanish |
| Chattanooga , TN | Mesquite , TX | Lyons , CO | Benton , TN |
| Med School: Medical University of South Carolina | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by R. Forrest Sowell
Medical Specialties
R. Forrest Sowell has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
R. Forrest Sowell has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
R. Forrest Sowell holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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 University of Alabama.
Medical School
Graduated from Medical University of South Carolina.
NPI Number
R. Forrest Sowell's NPI number is 1386621944.
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- How can I make an appointment with R. Sowell?
- You can find contact information for R. Sowell here on Vitals.
- Where is R. Sowell's office located?
- R. Sowell's office is located at 605 Glenwood Dr. Suite 300, Chattanooga, TN, 37404.
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