3.8
8 Ratings with 8 written Reviews
Summary
"To be an excellent surgeon, you need to be dedicated to learning and being able to make good decisions. You must be able to take care of your patients the right way and do the right thing. "
Dr. Poret was born in the hospital his great grandfather began in Villa Platte, Louisiana, a small rural township. Raised in Baton Rouge, he traveled back to his hometown every summer to visit his family and grew up wanting to be a dentist just like his grandfather. He was awarded a full scholarship to Louisiana State University and began his predentistry training. But after a part-time job working with a prostodontist, Dr. Poret didn't have the same conviction toward the practice of dentistry. He soon landed a job helping clean and prepare the operating rooms at Baton Rouge General Hospital and found his calling. He immediately changed his focus to premed and when it came time to choose his specialty, he opted for surgery.
Dr. Poret completed five years of General Surgery at the University of …Tennessee at Memphis where he was a student of Dr. William Walker, one of the founding partners of the Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Group (CVT) and who was instrumental in his choice of cardiothoracic surgery. Dr. Poret joined the Navy Reserve Medical Corps in 1989 because of his personal commitment to serve his country. After completing a two-year Fellowship in Cardiothoracic surgery in 1996, he joined a leading private practice in Memphis. Six years later, his mentor and friend, Dr. Walker, called and asked him to join CVT Surgery.
Dr. Poret is also a lifelong student of the martial arts, believing the lessons taught to him through his training, sacrifice, dedication and hard work, have been instrumental in his success as a doctor.
Dr. Poret is a board certified surgical specialist in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery.
Read More Read less Dr. Poret was born in the hospital his great grandfather began in Villa Platte, Louisiana, a small rural township. Raised in Baton Rouge, he traveled back to his hometown every summer to visit his family and grew up wanting to be a dentist just like his grandfather. He was awarded a full scholarship to Louisiana State University and began his predentistry training. But after a part-time job working with a prostodontist, Dr. Poret didn't have the same conviction toward the practice of dentistry. He soon landed a job helping clean and prepare the operating rooms at Baton Rouge General Hospital and found his calling. He immediately changed his focus to premed and when it came time to choose his specialty, he opted for surgery.
Dr. Poret completed five years of General Surgery at the University of …Tennessee at Memphis where he was a student of Dr. William Walker, one of the founding partners of the Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Group (CVT) and who was instrumental in his choice of cardiothoracic surgery. Dr. Poret joined the Navy Reserve Medical Corps in 1989 because of his personal commitment to serve his country. After completing a two-year Fellowship in Cardiothoracic surgery in 1996, he joined a leading private practice in Memphis. Six years later, his mentor and friend, Dr. Walker, called and asked him to join CVT Surgery.
Dr. Poret is also a lifelong student of the martial arts, believing the lessons taught to him through his training, sacrifice, dedication and hard work, have been instrumental in his success as a doctor.
Dr. Poret is a board certified surgical specialist in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery.
Quick Facts
- 33 years of experience
- speaks English
- Michigan State University
- 8 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Vincent Gerard Becker has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Vincent Gerard Becker has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Vincent Gerard Becker has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
Dr. Vincent Gerard Becker 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 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Michigan State University.
Medical School
Graduated from East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine in 1993.
NPI Number
Dr. Becker's NPI number is 1184682494.
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- Dr. Vincent Becker's office is located at 400 N State Of Franklin Rd, Johnson City, TN, 37604.
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- Dr. Vincent Becker is affiliated with Johnson City Medical Center and Johnson County Community Hospital.
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