Dr. Lori E.r. Patterson M.D.
Infectious Disease Specialist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Infectious Diseases
2018 W Clinch Ave Knoxville TN, 37916Rating
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About
Dr. Lori Patterson is a pediatric infectious disease specialist practicing in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Patterson specializes in recurring or persistent diseases caused by bacteria, parasites or fungus in infants, children and adolescents. Pediatric infectious disease specialists also provide consultation to other health care professionals dealing with complex cases.
Education and Training
Northwestern Uniiversity 1983
Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- La Crosse encephalitis in Eastern Tennessee: clinical, environmental, and
- Linezolid for the treatment of complicated skin and skin structure infections in children.
- Clinical and laboratory features, hospital course, and outcome of Rocky Mountain spotted fever in children.
- Human monocytic ehrlichiosis in children.
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THE UNIVERSITY OF TN MEDICAL CENTERl
1924 ALCOA HIGHWAY KNOXVILLE TN 37920TENNOVA HEALTHCAREl
900 EAST OAK HILL AVENUE KNOXVILLE TN 37917