Erlanger Gastroenterology
Putting Patients First
Dr. Samuel Igbinedion puts patients first. Ready with a listening and empathetic ear, he ensures that his patients’ concerns and questions are always met with understanding and care. “I love the ability to impact everyday lives positively using my God-given gifts and abilities,” he shares, explaining what led him to his vocation. “I dealt personally with health problems as a child, and this led me down the path to aspire to bring healing to those in need.”
My strengths are faith, family, discipline, imagination, and dedication to my work and my patients.”
My Credentials
Medical Degree:
Medical University of the Americas – Charlestown, Nevis
Fellowships:
Gastroenterology, LSU Shreveport – Shreveport, LA
Advanced Endoscopy, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Harvard Medical School – Boston, MA
Recognitions:
Member, Gold Humanism Honor Society
My Specialties
Gastroenterology
Therapeutic Endoscopy
Advanced Endoscopy
1. What is one of your happiest professional moments?
Having the opportunity to build an advanced endoscopy unit at this institution has been the happiest part of the journey thus far.
2. Why have you chosen this field of specialty?
It’s a perfect blend of medicine and surgery. I am allowed the space to think and problem-solve with my mind and also my hands.
3. What sets your practice apart?
My practice is unique in that we offer minimally invasive advanced gastrointestinal procedures to patients. We are the only center in the region that offers minimally invasive endosurgical therapies for various gut disorders.
4. What’s the key to making a great first impression?
Being a great listener and engaging the patient’s questions with empathy and understanding.
5. How does your staff enhance your practice?
They bring a passion, great interest, and empathetic
approach to patient care.
- 423.778.4830
- 979 E 3rd St., Ste. C-825, Chattanooga, TN 37403
- erlanger.org/gastro
