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Dr. Michael Tigar, MD

Pediatrics* Age 54
Dr. Michael Tigar, MD
4.8 (15 Ratings)

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Dr. Michael Tigar, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Chattanooga, TN.
Dr. Michael Tigar, MD
4.8 (15 Ratings)
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Dr. Michael Tigar, MD

Pediatrics* Age 54
Chattanooga, TN
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Michael Tigar, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Chattanooga, TN.

About

Dr. Michael Tigar, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Chattanooga, TN and has 24 years experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE / CHATTANOOGA. They currently practice at Galen Internal Medicine & Pediatrics and are affiliated with Parkridge East Hospital. At present, Dr. Tigar received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Tigar is board certified in Pediatrics and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Galen Internal Medicine & Pediatrics
    1651 Gunbarrel Rd Ste 302, Chattanooga, TN 37421

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Nov 22, 2018
Dr. Tigar is fabulous! He listens to our questions and answers everything regardless of how silly they may seem. He reassures is as new parents and gives our little boy excellent care. Can’t recommend him enough!
— Nov 22, 2018
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  • UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE / CHATTANOOGA
    2000
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  • Pediatrics
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Tigar, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Tigar's profile.

Dr. Michael Tigar, MD is affiliated with Parkridge East Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Michael Tigar, MD holds board certification in Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Parkridge East Hospital

    941 Spring Creek Rd, Chattanooga, TN