Dr. Robert Joel Perkerson M.D.
Internist
990 Oak Ridge Tpke Mmg Office C/O Metho Oak Ridge TN, 37830Rating
5/5
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Dr. Robert Perkerson is an internist practicing in Oak Ridge, TN. Dr. Perkerson specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Perkerson provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1974
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1974
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Pancreatitis
- Heart Disease
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
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