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Dr. Thomas Jernigan III, MD

Dr. Thomas Jernigan III, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Jernigan III, MD is a general surgeon in Union City, TN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

1205 Russell St Union City, TN 38261

Make an Appointment

(731) 884-0002

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Jernigan III is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City Union City, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Jernigan III specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Vascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Jernigan III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jernigan III

3.8

11 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
64%
64%
4 Star
9%
9%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
27%
27%

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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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Darla Hale in Union City, TN – Feb 19, 2019
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Tom Herter in Union City TN – Apr 21, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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Sharon in Tiptonville, TN – Jan 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Jernigan III, MD is a general surgeon in Union City, TN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

  • Vascular Surgery

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  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Vascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Jernigan Surgery Clinic PLLC1205 Russell St Union City, TN 38261
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Practice

Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City Inc1201 Bishop St Union City, TN 38261
2
Office965 Ridge Lake Blvd Ste 103 Memphis, TN 38120
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Union City

    1201 Bishop St
    Union City, TN 38261
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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