Peter Kvamme
Radiologist | Body Imaging
Knoxville Tennessee,About
Dr. Peter Kvamme is a radiologist practicing in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Kvamme specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
Tulane University School of Medicine
Board Certification
American Board of Radiology - Radiology
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Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Associate Professor, University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine -
Internships
- Categorical General Surgery, University of Texas Medical Branch
Fellowships
- Vascular and Interventional Radiology, Louisiana State University Medical Center; Interventional Neuroradiology, The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- Society of Neurointerventional Surgery, World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Radiology, American College of Radiology
What do you attribute your success to?
Hard Work, Commitment
Hobbies / Sports
- Family Time
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Neurointerventional Surgery
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