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Dr. Joseph Watlington, MD

Nephrology*
5.0 (2)
Map Pin Small Chattanooga, TN
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. Joseph Watlington, MD

Dr. Joseph Watlington, MD is a Nephrology Specialist in Chattanooga, TN. They specialize in Nephrology, has 45 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine and is affiliated with Parkridge Medical Center. Dr. Watlington, completed a residency at Erlanger Medical Center Baroness Campus. Patients rated Dr. Watlington an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Watlington works at Nephrology Associates in Chattanooga, TN. They are accepting new patients and accept Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    Nephrology Associates
    979 E 3rd St Ste 1111, Chattanooga, TN 37403 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    Specialties*
    • Nephrology

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    Years of Experience
    • 45 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1912903121
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    Education & Certifications

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    • Mc Ga
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    • Erlanger Medical Center Baroness Campus
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    • Erlanger Medical Center Baroness Campus
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    • University of Tennessee College of Medicine
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    • Internal Medicine and Nephrology
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Parkridge Medical Center

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    Dr. Watlington works at Nephrology Associates in Chattanooga, TN. View the full address on Dr. Watlington’s profile.

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