Terri W. Jerkins, MD, an Endocrinologist with Lipscomb University
Dec 4, 2023
Get to know Endocrinologist Dr. Terri W. Jerkins, who serves patients in Nashville, Tennessee.
New York City, New York Dec 4, 2023 (Issuewire.com) - A seasoned endocrinologist, Dr. Jerkins is an Assistant Professor for the School of Physician Assistant Studies at Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee.
Back in the early days of her academic career, she obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of Tennessee, before graduating with her medical degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine. She then went on to complete her internship, residency in internal medicine, and fellowship in endocrinology and clinical metabolism at the same educational venue.
Following her training, the doctor attained board certification in endocrinology, diabetes, clinical metabolism, and internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.
Endocrinology is a branch of biology and medicine dealing with the endocrine system, its diseases, and its specific secretions known as hormones. Endocrinologists have the training to diagnose and treat hormone imbalances and problems by helping to restore the normal balance of hormones in the body. The common diseases and disorders of the endocrine system that endocrinologists deal with include diabetes mellitus, as well as adrenal, pituitary, and thyroid disorders, among others.
Among her various accolades, Dr. Jerkins has been the recipient of the Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award (2018, 2016, 2015, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010), Patients' Choice Award (2018), Top 10 Doctor - Metro Area (2014), and Top 10 Doctor - City (2014).
Learn More about Dr. Terri W. Jerkins:
Through her findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/1620758-Terri-Jerkins-Endocrinology-Diabetes or through Lipscomb University, https://www.lipscomb.edu/directory/jerkins-terri
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