Tennova Healthcare – Jefferson Memorial Hospital and Newport Medical Center Welcomes New General Surgeon

Tennova Healthcare – Jefferson Memorial Hospital and Tennova Healthcare – Newport Medical Center proudly announces the addition of Dr. Evan Foulke, M.D., to the team of dedicated general surgeons. Dr. Foulke provides years of expertise in a broad scope of general surgery, providing high-quality care to adult patients aged 18 and older.

Tennova General Surgery – Jefferson and Newport offer general surgery services that range from minimally invasive to complex surgical procedures. General surgery can be for routine procedures such as colonoscopies, or more complex procedures such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder). Areas of the body treated by general surgery include the intestines, appendix, breasts, thyroid gland, some arteries and veins and the skin.

“We are excited to welcome Dr. Evan Foulke to the Tennova Healthcare team,” said Ben Ridder and Scott Williams, Chief Executive Officer of Tennova Healthcare – Jefferson Memorial Hospital and Tennova Healthcare – Newport Medical Center, “His surgical expertise and dedication to providing advanced healthcare to our community makes Dr. Foulke an incredible addition to our team.”

Dr. Foulke completed his medical education at Oregon Health and Sciences University in Portland, Oregon. He further honed his surgical skills through an internship and residency at the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. He is board-certified by the American Board of Surgery, ensuring that patients receive care that meets the highest standards of the profession.

“Tennova Healthcare has a strong tradition of providing great care to patients and I am excited to contribute to that legacy. My passion lies in providing a range of procedures that promote quicker recoveries and better outcomes for patients of all backgrounds. I look forward to working with the talented medical staff at Tennova Healthcare and serving the people of Jefferson, Newport,  and the surrounding areas.”

Dr. Foulke is now accepting new patients at Tennova General Surgery – Jefferson and Newport. For more information or to request an appointment, please call (865) 471-2250. Patients can also go to tennovagreaterknoxvilledocs.com for more information.