Cardiologist Tyler Emerson, MD, Joins The Chattanooga Heart Institute

  • Thursday, August 1, 2024
Tyler Emerson
Tyler Emerson

The Chattanooga Heart Institute at CHI Memorial welcomes Tyler Emerson, MD. Dr. Emerson earned his medical degree from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Memphis. He completed his residency in internal medicine and a general cardiovascular medicine fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville. He worked as a critical care nurse and nurse leader for five years before returning to school to earn his medical degree.

Dr. Emerson is board-certified in internal medicine and a member of the American College of Cardiology and the American Society of Preventive Cardiology.

At The Chattanooga Heart Institute, Dr.

Emerson joins 28 cardiologists and four cardiothoracic surgeons. This team of experts is the region’s heart leader – providing compassionate care while effectively treating heart disease, no matter how complex. The Chattanooga Heart Institute’s board-certified cardiologists—including specialists in interventional procedures, electrophysiology, imaging, and vascular disease—exceed national standards for education, training, and skill. Their collaboration with cardiothoracic surgeons means they can offer the most comprehensive cardiac care in the area.

In July, CHI Memorial was named best regional hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for the 10th year. The health system’s cardiac team was also recognized by the U.S. News as ‘high performing’ in the treatment for heart attack, heart failure, and heart bypass surgery. The team is dedicated to providing patients with exceptional care using cutting-edge technology. Earlier this year, CHI Memorial was also named one of the 2024 PINC AI 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals.

The Chattanooga Heart Institute offers seven convenient locations in Tennessee and North Georgia. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 423 697-2000.

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