• Gender Female

About / Overview

Karisten Djernes, MD, practices family medicine with the goal of helping patients age 12 and above achieve lifelong health. Using the latest treatment modalities, Dr. Djernes focuses on preventing disease and controlling chronic medical issues, so patients can be more functional and happy in their day-to-day lives. Her practice is equipped to take care of a broad range of medical needs in one office, with a strong commitment to personalized support for the patient and family.

Family Medicine Services

• Primary care
• Women’s health including exams and Nexplanon implantations
• Sports physicals
• DOT physicals
• Chronic disease management
• In-office procedures such as skin biopsies
• Pediatric care (age 12 and above)
• Preventative care.

Education / Credentials

• MD Loma Linda University - Loma Linda, CA
• Residency UT Erlanger Family Medicine - Chattanooga, TN

Clinical Interests

• Family Medicine, Preventive Care, Women's Health, Pediatrics, Chronic Disease Management

Locations

Erlanger East Brainerd Internal Medicine

• 1720 Gunbarrel Road, Suite 110, Chattanooga, TN 37421
• 423-778-8610