KNOXVILLE, TN (SPECIAL TO WLAF) – Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Darryl S. Weiman, M.D., J.D., cardiothoracic surgeon, to his new medical practice at Tennova Heart – Cardiothoracic Surgery. He is accepting new patients at his office on the campus of Turkey Creek Medical Center at 10810 Parkside Drive, Suite 208, Knoxville.

Dr. Weiman specializes in surgical treatments of diseases of the chest and heart. Same-week appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call 865-647-3350.

Dr. Weiman is experienced in a wide range of cardiac and thoracic procedures, including open heart and esophageal surgeries, as well as minimally invasive procedures such as defibrillator and pacemaker implantation. He has a special interest in the treatment of ischemic heart disease, cardiac arrhythmia and heart valve disease. Dr. Weiman performs cardiothoracic surgery exclusively at Turkey Creek Medical Center.

Prior to joining Tennova, Dr. Weiman was a professor of cardiothoracic surgery at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN. He earned his medical degree from St. Louis University School of Medicine in St. Louis, MO. Dr. Weiman completed a surgical residency at The University of Chicago in Chicago, IL, and a residency in cardiothoracic surgery at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, NY. He completed fellowship training in thoracic surgery at The University of Chicago. Dr. Weiman also received a law degree from The University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphrey’s School of Law in Memphis. He is board certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery.

“I am committed to making a positive difference in my patients’ lives by offering the latest surgical procedures for the heart, lungs, esophagus and other organs in the chest,” Dr. Weiman said. “With today’s advanced technologies and techniques, many of these operations can be completed in a minimally invasive manner, often resulting in a quicker recovery and improved quality of life.”

Tennova Healthcare offers cardiovascular services at Turkey Creek Medical Center, North Knoxville Medical Center, Jefferson Memorial Hospital, LaFollette Medical Center and Newport Medical Center. With more than 30 cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons and other specialists at multiple locations throughout the region, the health system is dedicated to offering better ways to treat and beat heart disease—close to home. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED – 02/17/2021-6AM)

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