John Claiborne Callison, Jr., MD
Pulmonologist, Vice President and Chief Medical Information Officer, Critical Care, "Medical Director, Adult Cystic Fibrosis Clinic"
Dr. Callison joined UPCC in 2012 and has developed a deep passion for all aspects of pulmonary medicine. He has specific interests in lung cancer, interventional pulmonary medicine, critical care medicine, and cystic fibrosis. Currently, Dr. Callison serves as the Director of the Adult Cystic Fibrosis Clinic, where he leads efforts to provide specialized care for patients with this condition. In addition to his clinical work, he is actively involved in multiple clinical trials aimed at advancing treatments for both the adult cystic fibrosis population and the broader pulmonary community. Dr. Callison's commitment to improving patient outcomes through innovative research and high-quality care makes him a valued asset to his team and the patients he serves.
Clinical Focus:
Cystic Fibrosis, Lung Cancer, advanced diagnostic bronchoscopy
Specialties:
Pulmonary Diseases, Medical Critical Care
Education & Credentials
Medical School
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, Ohio
Internships
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
Residencies
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
Fellowships
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine (Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine)
Organizations & Societies
American Thoracic Society American College of Chest Physicians
Treating patients as I would my family is how I practice medicine.
— John Claiborne Callison, Jr.
Where I See Patients
University Pulmonary & Critical Care
1940 Alcoa HighwayBuilding E, Suite 210Knoxville, TN 37920
Phone: 865-524-7471
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