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Dr. Matthew Bessom, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 44
Dr. Matthew Bessom, MD
4.4 (36 Ratings)

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Dr. Matthew Bessom, MD is an Internist in Knoxville, TN.
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Dr. Matthew Bessom, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 44
Knoxville, TN
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Matthew Bessom, MD is an Internist in Knoxville, TN.

About

Dr. Bessom graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine in 2008 and completed a residency at 2011.Dr. Matthew Bessom, MD is an Internist in Knoxville, TN and has 16 years experience. Dr. Bessom currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center. At present, Dr. Bessom received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 36 times. Dr. Bessom's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Bessom is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
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Otitis Media
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Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
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Locations

  1. 1 Summit Medical Group at Deane Hill
    7211 Wellington Dr Ste 201, Knoxville, TN 37919
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 584-5762
  2. 2 Medical Associates
    9333 Park West Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37923
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (865) 470-2696
  3. 3 Summit Medical Group at Northshore
    1924 Pinnacle Pointe Way Ste 100, Knoxville, TN 37922
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bessom
4.4
Based on 36 Reviews
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1 Star (5)

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May 02, 2024
When our former GP retired we were assigned to Dr. Bessom. Turns out my husband and I really like him. He is very respectful and patient, takes the time needed to answer questions, and takes great care of us. Just a very nice human being and a great doctor. Highly recommended.
Mary — May 02, 2024
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Preventive Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
    2008
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Residency

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  • 2011
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Does Dr. Bessom communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Bessom offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Bessom offer an online patient portal?
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Matthew Bessom, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Bessom's profile.

Dr. Matthew Bessom, MD is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Matthew Bessom, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Parkwest Medical Center

    9352 Park West Blvd, Knoxville, TN