Dr. Elmer Pinzon, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine*
30+ years of experience
Dr. Elmer Pinzon, MD is an interventional pain medicine physician in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Hahnemann University in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkwest Medical Center and Fort Loudoun Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
3.5 Star Rating
Based on 81 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (81 reviews)
Practice
10710 Murdock Dr Knoxville, TN 37932Telehealth available
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At a Glance
- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Pinzon specializes in the areas of Pain Medicine & Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. • See board certifications
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Pinzon's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pinzon
3.5
81 ratings, 34 with a written review
| 5 star | 58% | 58% |
| 4 star | 6% | 6% |
| 3 star | 1% | 1% |
| 2 star | 1% | 1% |
| 1 star | 33% | 33% |
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Great Dr
Telehealth
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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Vicki McGinty – Mar 27, 2025
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Great Doctor
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Darren Farnsworth – Mar 07, 2025
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Very satisfied patient.
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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Seth Davis – Sep 08, 2023
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No thanks
What went well
- Staff friendliness
What could be improved
- I didn't feel respected
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Billerp – Aug 20, 2023
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Glad my chiro referred me
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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RCL – Oct 26, 2022
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Patient
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Apr 06, 2022
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Doctor Elmer Pinzon was recommended to me by Neurosurgeon James Killeffer more than 8 years ago to help me manage the pain from degenerative discs in my low back. His expertise has allowed me to live an active lifestyle without the presence of constant pain. His care is thorough and I trust him. I highly recommend Doctor Pinzon for anyone needing to manage their pain.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Rick Walton – Mar 16, 2022
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I understand that many people have their opinions on his bedside manners. However I will say this. Not ever doctor is pleasant to talk to however this Doctor knows what he's doing. He can be rude etc. I'm not looking for bedside manners I needed relief with a cracked tailbone and other issues. Dr. Penzion definitely helped me. His very knowledgeable and his Nurse Michelle is amazing.
What went well
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Mar 11, 2022
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Absolutely horrible doctor! Waited over 2 hours on table to be listened to for only 2 minutes! Acted like he had no time for me! My injections in his office were absolutely horrible! He yelled at his nurse the entire time! My body was trembling all over. I will never return! His nurse was ok at first but that started going terrible! No appointments made like I was told and no return calls! Just absolutely horrible doctors office!! She tried apologizing for his behavior but I was done! Especially when someone came into the office screaming at the top of their lungs! I would never recommend this doctor!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Appointment was rushed
- Long wait times
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Jun 04, 2021
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Dr Pinzon and staff are very professional, knowledgeable and caring. Dr. Pinzon discussed procedures in detail to help me understand and gave me different options to relieve my pain. I have seen him twice over several years. His procedures are very effective and for me they were long lasting. I would highly recommend him for anyone who needs an alternative or adjunct to pain medication for their back pain.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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J Crabtree – May 14, 2021
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I've been a patient of Pinzon for a few years now and although he is very different than other doctors with his bedside manner, he is great at what he does. I had a spinal cord stimulator a couple of years ago that didn't work out very well, but Dr Pinzon has not given up on trying to minimize my pain. I seen a couple of drs for my back pain before Pinzon and he's the one that took the time to do the necessary tests to find the cause of my pain. Michelle does her best in getting the insurance approvals as quickly as possible and gets the procedures scheduled rather quickly as well. She works with the patients schedule based on their needs.
Thank you for not giving up on trying to treat my chronic pain.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Heather Gammons-Pallaria – Apr 30, 2021
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I have been a patient of Dr. Pinzon's for many years. He has helped relieve pain from my numerous spine problems. His nurse, Michelle is very accommodating, pleasant, and efficient. I have recommended Dr. Pinzon to many people.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Feb 03, 2021
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For the last few weeks I've seen Dr. Pinzon. He has relieved alot of pain through procedures. He is thorough with explanations and testing. He seems genuinely concerned about my problems and is very personable. A doctor I can speak honestly with. I would recommend Dr. Pinzon if you are suffering from neck pain and lower back pain. Although, the office setting could be more organized, I do feel like Dr. Pinzon and his nurse genuinely care about helping me relieve the pain I have.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Long wait times
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Nov 21, 2020
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Dr Pinzon does a very good technical job.
I have a problem with the communication aspect of the practice.
Both his nurse manager and himself could use better communication skills, bed side manner and comfort the patients. It doesn’t take much effort to do that!
Be prepared to wait long never been taken on time. If you are okay with all that mentioned and only care about the fact that your procedures will go well and work then go for it.
I want both compassion and communication that makes sense as well as good medical care!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Jun 25, 2020
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Fantastic!! I can only speak for myself, but Dr. Pinzon and his staff have changed my life for the better. I was at a loss due to the infrastructure of the insurance/medical dance. No one seemed to care or willing to help. I have been relieved of pain that has tortured me for almost two years due to a vehicle accident. Thanks again Dr. Pinzon!!
What went well
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
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Keith Richards – Jan 18, 2020
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Terrible!!!!!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Office environment
- 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
- Long wait times
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Sep 26, 2019
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It was a great experience. I have been treated by Dr. Pinzon for the past 13 plus years and am able to perform my professional duties without having surgery. His staff and nurses are promp, professional and extremely caring. I would recommend Dr. Pinzon highly. John Joslin
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 07, 2019
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GREAT
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
2 others found this helpful
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Ruby Hall in Knoxville, TN – Mar 06, 2019
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Never again. He and staff are ill prepared and show no signs of caring for patients. If you have a procedure scheduled, expect errors and delays for several hours. If a complication arises before the procedure is done, prepare to be on your own.
What went well
No results
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
- Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Everything has gone perfectly. Pain relief has been phenomenal
What went well
- Office environment
- 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 others found this helpful
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J A Ferrell in Rockwood, TN – Sep 08, 2018
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How was your experience with Dr. Pinzon?Overall Patient Satisfaction
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Pinzon to family and friends is 3.5432098 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
Private, outpatient musculoskeletal/spine practice with emphasis on minimally-invasive musculoskeletal/spinal procedures to improve function/return to previous functional status/decrease medication use/decrease pain. I am able to contain patient's...read moreInterventional Pain Medicine
Pain Medicine
Sports Medicine
Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
Sports Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
Sports Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
Occupational Medicine
Electrodiagnostic Medicine
*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.
Georgia Pain Physicians, Pc
Fellowship Hospital, 1999Baylor College Of Medicine
Residency Hospital, 1998Baylor College Of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
Residency Hospital, 1998Lehigh Vly Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1995Lehigh Valley Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1995Hahnemann University
Medical School, 1994Tulane University, School Of Public Health & Tropical Medicine
1988University Of Pittsburgh / Main Campus
Undergraduate School, 1986University Of Pittsburgh
Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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Pain Medicine
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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- Recipient of 4
hospital awardsView all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
80%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
79%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% lower than the national average
82%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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