
Lawrence D. Hookman, MD
Cardiologist | Interventional Cardiology
900 E Oak Hill Ave Suite 600 Knoxville TN, 37917About
Dr. Lawrence Hookman is a cardiologist practicing in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Hookman specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Hookman also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School 1981
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
Provider Details
Treatments
- Heart Disease
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Lawrence D. Hookman, MD's Practice location
Practice At 900 E Oak Hill Ave Suite 600
900 E Oak Hill Ave Suite 600 -Knoxville, TN 37917Get Direction
Lawrence D. Hookman, MD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Hookman
Recommended Articles
- Is Rheumatoid Arthritis Associated with Other Medical Conditions?
Have you been diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis? If so, there is a possibility that you could be at a higher risk of experiencing further issues with other organs. Because of these risk factors, it is important to look out for any possible symptoms you may be experiencing. These symptoms can vary...
- What are the Methods to Lower Cholesterol Levels?
Worried about your cholesterol and triglyceride levels? Planning to take another blood test to check on your cholesterol levels? Did you get a warning from your physician regarding elevated levels of triglycerides and LDL (low-density lipoproteins, the ‘bad’ cholesterol) cholesterol in your...
- Stem Cell Treatment Heals the Damage Caused by Heart Attacks
A new study has shown that muscle damage due to a heart attack can be corrected by stem cell treatment. This included a small number participants, but they have shown that stem cell treatment is an effective method to help patients recover from a heart attack. The study was directed by Eduardo...
- What Is Tachypnea?
Introduction Tachypnea is a medical term, which means rapid and shallow breathing. This condition is often confused with hyperventilation, which is another type of abnormal breathing that is characterized by rapid but deep breathing. Both conditions are caused by carbon dioxide buildup in the...
- Treat Gum Disease for Healthier Blood Vessels
Intensive treatment of gum diseases may help blood vessels and gums, reports a study published in, The New England Journal of Medicine. The study was conducted on 120 people who had severe gum disease, or peridontitis. In this condition, the gum line recedes and teeth loosens as the support is...
- What Should I Know About Blood Clots?
Blood flows continuously through blood vessels and supplies nutrients and oxygen to different parts of the body. At the site of an injury, a blood clot prevents excess bleeding. Under normal conditions, blood clots are lifesaving. When the clot is formed as a part of normal repair process in the...
Nearby Providers
- Clint Doiron M.D.900 E Oak Hill Ave Knoxville TN 37917
- Harry L Bishop M.D.900 E Oak Hill Ave Knoxville TN 37917
- Robert Martin M.D.900 E Oak Hill Ave Knoxville TN 37917
- Russell R Blakeley M.D.900 E Oak Hill Ave Knoxville TN 37917
- Barry I Michelson M.D.900 E Oak Hill Ave Knoxville TN 37917
- John Andrew Ternay M.D.900 E Oak Hill Ave Knoxville TN 37917
Nearest Hospitals
THE UNIVERSITY OF TN MEDICAL CENTERl
1924 ALCOA HIGHWAY KNOXVILLE TN 37920MIDDLESBORO APPALACHIAN REGIONAL HEALTHCARE HOSPITl
3600 WEST CUMBERLAND AVENUE MIDDLESBORO KY 40965CLAIBORNE MEDICAL CENTERl
1850 OLD KNOXVILLE HIGHWAY TAZEWELL TN 37879WELLMONT HANCOCK COUNTY HOSPITALl
1519 MAIN STREET HWY 33 SNEEDVILLE TN 37869TENNOVA HEALTHCARE-LAFOLLETT MEDICAL CENTERl
923 EAST CENTRAL AVENUE LA FOLLETTE TN 37766TENNOVA HEALTHCAREl
900 EAST OAK HILL AVENUE KNOXVILLE TN 37917