A native of Signal Mountain, John returned home to serve the Chattanooga area as a Nurse Practitioner after completing a BA in English at Furman University, a Masters of Divinity at Covenant Theological Seminary, and a Masters of Science in Nursing at Vanderbilt University. Prior to specializing in dermatology, John worked in primary care, where he partnered with patients across the lifespan. Through his internal medicine experience John learned to

navigate complex conditions and individualize patient treatment plans with consideration for whole-person health. John brings this thoughtful systems approach as well as thorough and attentive care to his dermatology practice. Having transitioned into the healthcare field after a career in pastoral ministry, John values building collaborative relationships with patients over time.

Outside of the office John enjoys spending time with his wife and their three kids. John is an avid runner, an outdoor enthusiast, and his kids’ biggest little league fan.