Mr. Derek Allen Michael PA
Physician Assistant
4307 BALL CAMP PIKE KNOXVILLE TN, 37921About
Derek Michael is a physician assistant practicing in KNOXVILLE, TN. Derek specializes in preventing and treating human illness and injury by providing a broad range of care under the supervision of a physician. A physician assistant's work can include physical exams, ordering and interpreting tests, performing procedures and prescribing medication. Often times, they can assist in surgery but the scope of practice can vary according to jurisdiction or health care setting.
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