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Dr. Richard Poehlein, MD

Dr. Richard Poehlein, MD

Pediatrics*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Poehlein, MD is a pediatrician in Knoxville, TN and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tampere School of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkwest Medical Center and Blount Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

930 Adell Ree Park Ln Knoxville, TN 37909

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Poehlein specializes in the area of Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Poehlein's Reviews

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4.8

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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Poehlein, MD is a pediatrician in Knoxville, TN and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tampere School of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkwest Medical Center and Blount Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Pediatrics

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  • University Of Tampere School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Locations

Practice

Tennessee Valley Regional Laboratory930 Adell Ree Park Ln Knoxville, TN 37909
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Practice

First Med Family Medical Clinic7328 Middlebrook Pike Knoxville, TN 37909
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Tennessee Medical Center

    1924 Alcoa Hwy
    Knoxville, TN 37920
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Parkwest Medical Center

    9352 Park West Blvd
    Knoxville, TN 37923
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Blount Memorial Hospital

    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy
    Maryville, TN 37804

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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