
Dr. Elisa J Lafountain DO
Internist
266 Joule St Alcoa TN, 37701About
Dr. Elisa Lafountain is an internist practicing in Alcoa, TN. Dr. Lafountain specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Lafountain provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine 2003
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Dr. Elisa J Lafountain DO's Practice location
Practice At 266 Joule St
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- Dr. Amy L. Barnett MD11440 Parkside Drive Knoxville TN 37934
- Dr. Eduardo R Mendez MD281 Cusick Rd Alcoa TN 37701
- Mr. Monte B Biggs M.D.1932 Alcoa Highway Knoxville TN 37920
- Dr. William Neal Harmon M.D.9625 Kroger Park Dr Knoxville TN 37922
- Dr. Walker Eugene Nowell DO10215 Kingston Pike Knoxville TN 37922
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1924 ALCOA HIGHWAY KNOXVILLE TN 37920SYCAMORE SHOALS HOSPITALl
1501 WEST ELK AVENUE ELIZABETHTON TN 37643JOHNSON CITY MEDICAL CENTERl
400 N STATE OF FRANKLIN RD JOHNSON CITY TN 37604FRANKLIN WOODS COMMUNITY HOSPITALl
300 MED TECH PARKWAY JOHNSON CITY TN 37604