Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair near Murfreesboro, TN

Care Philosophy: I am dedicated to providing my patients with the highest quality medical care. My board certification and broad surgical experience allows me to offer each individual the respectful, compassionate and highly skilled care they deserve in a convenient suburban setting.

Biography: Dr. John D. Valentine has been in practice in the Hendersonville area since 2007. He has offered robotic assisted surgery since 2016. Performing numerous robotic procedures ( 1000 ) including: colon resections, hernia repairs, and gallbladder removal (including single-site gallbladder). This experience has allowed him to train other surgeons new to the robotic system. This surgical approach provides less pain, shorter hospital stay, and a faster recovery for patients.

Biography: Dr. James Lovette, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Hixson, TN. He is 55 years old. Dr. James Lovette, MD is affiliated with CHI Memorial Hospital Hixson.

Biography: Dr. Cockerham, board certified through the American Board of Surgery (ABS) and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), specializes in laparoscopic, breast, colon and hernia surgery.Dr. Cockerham has office hours at USAs Surgical Specialties Building on Wednesdays (1 4 pm) and Thursdays at Gunbarrel (1 4 pm). Dr. Cockerham performs surgery at Erlanger Hospital, the Plaza Surgery Center at Erlanger, CHI Memorial Hospital and Parkridge Hospital.Dr. Cockerham is an assistant professor of surgery, Department of Surgery, for the University Tennesee College of Medicine, Chattanooga. Certifications: ABS, 2005Medical License Tennessee, 2004

Biography: Dr. Timothy Wierson, MD is a General Surgery Specialist who practices in Bowling Green, KY. He is 64 years old. Dr. Timothy Wierson, MD is affiliated with TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital.

Care Philosophy: The Physicians and staff of The Surgical Clinic, PLLC, have been and continue to be committed to the highest ethical standards in the conduct of our healthcare and business operations. We demand of ourselves full compliance with all federal, state and local laws. We are committed to preventing, detecting, and disciplining any unethical behavior. We thrive and prosper on our quality medical treatment and outstanding reputation for professional conduct. We create systems and controls to keep ourselves informed and perform according to these standards. The Physicians and staff of The Surgical Clinic partner together in protecting the rights of all those we care for.

Care Philosophy: The Physicians and staff of The Surgical Clinic, PLLC, have been and continue to be committed to the highest ethical standards in the conduct of our healthcare and business operations.We demand of ourselves full compliance with all federal, state and local laws. We are committed to preventing, detecting, and disciplining any unethical behavior.We thrive and prosper on our quality medical treatment and outstanding reputation for professional conduct. We create systems and controls to keep ourselves informed and perform according to these standards.The Physicians and staff of The Surgical Clinic partner together in protecting the rights of all those we care for.