More Than
50 Years of Trusted
Dermatology Care
Founded in 1973. Locally Owned Dermatology in Chattanooga. Expert Care by Board-Certified Doctors. Patient-focused.
Established 1973 • 3 locations • 5 MDs + 6 NPs + 2 PAs • BBB A+ • Board-certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
OUR STORY
Chattanooga Skin and Cancer Clinic was founded in 1973 by Dr. Samuel L. Banks with a simple mission: provide the Tennessee Valley with dermatology care of the highest caliber, delivered with the warmth of a true neighborhood practice.
More than five decades later, that mission has not changed. We have grown from a single Chattanooga office into a three-location practice serving Chattanooga, Cleveland, and Kimball, but we are still locally and physician-owned. Every decision we make starts with the patient sitting across from us.
Today, our board-certified dermatologists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants treat more than 250 patients each day across our three offices. We treat newborns and grandparents, weekend gardeners and outdoor athletes, families who have come to us for generations and patients walking through our doors for the first time.
What ties them all together is our commitment to lasting patient-physician relationships. We believe great dermatology care is built on trust, accuracy, and consistency. That is what we work to deliver every day.
Our Values
What We Stand For
Accuracy
From skin checks to surgical margins, getting it right is everything in dermatology. We take the time to look closely, ask the right questions, and make the right call.
Accessibility
Three locations. Same-week appointments for urgent concerns. Patient-friendly hours. Care should be convenient, not a hurdle.
Long-Term Relationships
Many of our patients have been with us for 20 years or more. We are not interested in one-time visits. We are building a lifetime of skin health, one patient at a time.
Meet Our Chattanooga
Board-Certified
Dermatologists & Specialists
Our providers include board-certified dermatologists, dermatology-trained nurse practitioners, and experienced physician assistants. Together they bring decades of clinical experience to every visit, and a shared belief that the best care is unhurried, thorough, and personal.
WHERE WE SERVE
Three locations. One consistent standard of care. Each office is staffed by the same trusted team of providers, so the level of expertise you receive is identical no matter which one you visit.
Chattanooga Office
6061 Shallowford Road,
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Our flagship office and the home of our practice since 1973. Offers the full range of services: skin cancer screening, Mohs dermatology, medical dermatology, pediatric and adolescent care, and advanced light therapies.
423.899.2700
Mon–Fri, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm EST
Open on the first Friday of every month from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. CST.
CLEVELAND
Office
3891 Adkisson Drive,
Cleveland, TN 37312
Serving Bradley County and the surrounding region. Provides the complete range of services including Mohs dermatology, medical dermatology, skin cancer treatment, and pediatric care.
423.479.8648
Mon–Fri, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm EST
Open on the first Friday of every month from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. CST.
Kimball
OFFICE
400 Dixie Lee Center Road,
Suite C, Kimball, TN 37347
Convenient access for patients in Marion County, the Sequatchie Valley, and surrounding communities including Jasper and South Pittsburg. Offers full medical dermatology, skin cancer screening, melanoma evaluation, and pediatric care.
423.815.9975
Mon–Thurs, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm CST
Open on the first Friday of every month from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. CST.
Frequently asked Questions
You can request an appointment online through our contact form, or call the location nearest you. Chattanooga: 423-899-2700. Cleveland: 423-479-8648. Kimball: 423-815-9975. New patients are welcome at all three locations.
Yes. We are accepting new patients of all ages at every location, including infants, children, teens, and adults.
We accept most major insurance plans. Because coverage details vary, we recommend calling your nearest office or contacting your insurance provider directly to verify benefits before your visit.
We accept most major insurance plans. Because coverage details vary, we recommend calling your nearest office or contacting your insurance provider directly to verify benefits before your visit.
In most cases, no. Some insurance plans require a referral, so we recommend checking with your insurance provider before scheduling. Our office staff can help you confirm whether one is needed.
Most adults benefit from a yearly full-body skin exam. If you have a personal or family history of skin cancer, fair skin, significant sun exposure, or many moles, your dermatologist may recommend more frequent visits.
Mohs micrographic surgery removes skin cancer layer by layer, with each layer examined under a microscope before the next is taken. This approach offers the highest cure rate available, typically above 99 percent for primary basal and squamous cell carcinomas. Standard excision removes the cancer in a single piece with a planned margin, which is appropriate for many skin cancers.
We have three offices: Chattanooga (6061 Shallowford Road, 37421), Cleveland (3891 Adkisson Drive, 37312), and Kimball (400 Dixie Lee Center Road, Suite C, 37347).
Yes. Our pediatric and adolescent dermatology team treats infants, children, and teens for the full range of skin conditions. We see kids of all ages at every location.
Ready to Become
a Patient?
We would love to meet you. Schedule your first visit at the location nearest you.