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Dr. Aaron Bussey, MD

Dr. Aaron Bussey, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Aaron Bussey, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Alcoa, TN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bussey has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening, Thyroid Disorders, and Gonadal Endocrine Disorders. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Fort Loudoun Medical Center and Leconte Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

122 Kent Pl Alcoa, TN 37701
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bussey is affiliated with Fort Loudoun Medical Center Lenoir City, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bussey specializes in the area of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Bussey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bussey

3.3

32 ratings, 20 with a written review
5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
13%
13%
1 Star
31%
31%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 24, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alisa – Jun 04, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 24, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Jul 18, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 31, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Amy – Dec 02, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Autumn Anderson – Mar 09, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Oct 14, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Jeanne Richardson – Apr 17, 2020
Other healthcare providers send me difficult...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda P. – Jan 29, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 27, 2019
I absolutely tell many patients that they are...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 25, 2019
Well, if you have an endocrine problem then come...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joel Meriwether in Maryville, TN – Feb 19, 2019
I appreciate the positive feedback and am happy...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Brenda Gamache in Seymour, TN – Jan 08, 2019
Thanks for the kind words- Particularly about my...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Madisonville – Apr 18, 2018
I'm the first to admit I can make a bad first...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Victoria Teubner in Maryville, TN – Oct 04, 2017
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Thank you for the positive review.
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maryville, TN – May 02, 2017
Obviously I can't comment on specifics of your...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robert Carter in Louisville, TN – Oct 03, 2016
Thank you for your kind comments. Everyone at...Read More
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 people found this helpful
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D in Maryville, TN – Sep 25, 2016
I'm sorry you were unhappy with our interaction....Read More
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About Me

care philosophy

Diseases of the endocrine system are complex and often difficult to understand. Dr. Bussey and his staff believe that patients get maximum benefit from a combination of medical therapy, lifestyle modification, and a thorough understanding of their...read more

biography

Aaron Bussey, M.D. is a native of Texas but has come to love East Tennessee (almost) as much. He attended medical school at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston followed by residency at The University of Tennessee Medical Center....read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

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  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2000
  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Locations

Practice

Office122 Kent Pl Alcoa, TN 37701
1

Practice

Office907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy Ste 250 Maryville, TN 37804
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Leconte Medical Center

    742 Middle Creek Rd
    Sevierville, TN 37862

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Fort Loudoun Medical Center

    550 Fort Loudon Medical Center Dr
    Lenoir City, TN 37772
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Blount Memorial Hospital

    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy
    Maryville, TN 37804

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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