Dr. John W Pittenger MD
Family Practitioner
266 Joule St Alcoa TN, 37701About
Dr. John Pittenger is a family practitioner practicing in Alcoa, TN. Dr. Pittenger specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Pittenger possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Univ of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn 1975
Georgetown University in Washington DC 1975
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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