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Dr. James Burns Jr, MD

Rheumatology* Age 69
Dr. James Burns Jr, MD
4.6 (20 Ratings)

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Dr. James Burns Jr, MD is a Rheumatologist in Knoxville, TN.
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Dr. James Burns Jr, MD

Rheumatology* Age 69
Knoxville, TN
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43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Burns Jr, MD is a Rheumatologist in Knoxville, TN.

About

Dr. Burns Jr graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine. Dr. James Burns Jr, MD is a Rheumatologist in Knoxville, TN and has 43 years experience. Dr. Burns Jr currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Fort Loudoun Medical Center, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Blount Memorial Hospital, Cookeville Regional Medical Center, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, Parkwest Medical Center, Sweetwater Hospital Association, Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center and University of Tennessee Medical Center. Dr. Burns Jr has experience treating conditions like Arthritis, Sjögren's Syndrome and Osteoarthritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Burns Jr received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Dr. Burns Jr' office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Burns Jr is board certified in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

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Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Osteoarthritis
Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Osteoarthritis
Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Osteoarthritis
Chronic Pain
Fibromyalgia
Psoriatic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Bursitis
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Chondrocalcinosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Lupus
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Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoporosis
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Raynaud's Disease
Scleroderma
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Spondylitis
Steroid Injection
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Arthritis of the Neck
Behçet's Disease
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
De Quervain's Disease
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Felty's Syndrome
Fever
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Gout
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Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Hepatitis B - Immune Response
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyositis
Sarcoidosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Vasculitis
Takayasu's Arteritis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound, Musculoskeletal
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Locations

  1. 1 Rheumatology Assoc. of East TN
    8975 Executive Park Dr Ste 200, Knoxville, TN 37923
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 691-4100
  2. 2 Office
    1275 Dick Lonas Rd Unit 101, Knoxville, TN 37909
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4.6
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Jan 13, 2022
The most caring doctor I have ever met. I went to him from 1980 to 2015 when we moved to Florida. He used to call me at home every time a new medicine came out to see if I wanted to try it.
jerry Lee kelley — Jan 13, 2022
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Tennessee College of Medicine
    1981
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Burns Jr, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Burns Jr' profile.

Dr. Burns Jr frequently treats the following conditions: Arthritis, Sjögren's Syndrome and Osteoarthritis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Burns Jr, MD is affiliated with Fort Loudoun Medical Center, Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Blount Memorial Hospital, Cookeville Regional Medical Center, Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, Parkwest Medical Center, Sweetwater Hospital Association, Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center and University of Tennessee Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Burns Jr, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Fort Loudoun Medical Center

    550 Fort Loudon Medical Center Dr, Lenoir City, TN

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL

  • Blount Memorial Hospital

    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN

  • Cookeville Regional Medical Center

    1 Medical Center Blvd, Cookeville, TN

  • Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

    1901 Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN

  • Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge

    990 Oak Ridge Tpke, Oak Ridge, TN

  • Parkwest Medical Center

    9352 Park West Blvd, Knoxville, TN

  • Sweetwater Hospital Association

    304 Church St, Sweetwater, TN

  • Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center

    7565 Dannaher Dr, Powell, TN

  • University of Tennessee Medical Center

    1924 Alcoa Hwy, Knoxville, TN