
Michael Benton Freeman MD
Professor & Chairman, Surgery, University of Tennessee-Knoxville
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1940 Alcoa HwySuite 120 Heart Lung Vascular InstiuteKnoxville, TN 37920
Phone+1 865-305-9295
Fax+1 865-305-6361
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Summary
- Dr. Michael Freeman is a vascular surgeon based in Knoxville, TN, specializing in conditions such as peripheral vascular disease, aortic aneurysm, thoracic aortic aneurysm, renovascular hypertension, and cerebrovascular disease. Dr. Freeman completed medical education at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, followed by a residency and fellowship in vascular surgery at the Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium. The provider's research has been featured in multiple publications, including notable journals like the Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases and Innovative Techniques, and has gained citations in the field. Dr. Freeman is recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Education & Training
Washington University/B-JH/SLCH ConsortiumFellowship, Vascular Surgery - Independent, 1985 - 1987
Washington University/B-JH/SLCH ConsortiumResidency, Surgery, 1980 - 1985
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta UniversityClass of 1980
Certifications & Licensure
TN State Medical License 1987 - 2027
American Board of Surgery Surgery
American Board of Surgery Vascular Surgery
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Celiac pseudoaneurysm rupture after ligation in the setting of a pancreatic fistula following penetrating trauma.Brett J Salomon, Ryan Z Taylor, Reagan W Bollig, Michael B Freeman, Lauren B Grimsley
Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases and Innovative Techniques. 2026-04-01 - Infected aortic endograft with an unusual microbe,.Evan E Foulke, Benjamin C Powell, Brett Salomon, Joshua Arnold, Michael B Freeman
Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases and Innovative Techniques. 2023-12-01 - 7 citationsEmotional Intelligence and Burnout Related to Resident-Assessed Faculty Teaching ScoresJames M. Lewis, Katherine E Yared, Robert E. Heidel, Baileigh A. Kirkpatrick, Michael B. Freeman
Journal of Surgical Education. 2021-11-05
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