Like many other physicians I enjoy surgery. Of course, it is equally important to know when not to operate, and I try to make sure my patients are completely aware of all treatment options available. Much of what we were trained to do surgically years ago has changed and we have had to develop new skills in order to advance the quality of care we can provide for patients. Surgery has become less “invasive”, which has benefited our patients with reduced postsurgical pain and shortened recovery time. Most of my patients who require hysterectomy now either undergo a vaginal hysterectomy or a laparoscopic hysterectomy, both of which avoid a large abdominal incision and a lengthier recovery.

A specific area of clinical interest for me has been to help patients with menopause related issues. My efforts in that area have led to recognition as a certified menopause practitioner by the North American Menopause Society.

My wife and I moved to Knoxville from Memphis in 1989 and have raised 2 children here. We love our church, our friends, our community, and just about everything about Knoxville and East Tennessee. We cannot imagine living anywhere else. It is a great honor and privilege to serve the patients of Generations.