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Parkridge names Witherspoon

Parkridge names Witherspoon

Dr. Laura Witherspoon, of Chattanooga, recently received a three-year appointment as cancer liaison physician for the cancer program at Parkridge Medical Center.

Cancer liaison physicians are an integral part of cancer programs accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.

Witherspoon is among a national network of over 1,500 volunteer physicians who are responsible for providing leadership and direction to establish, maintain, and support their facilities’ cancer program.

Witherspoon, who has a significant interest in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with malignant diseases, is a member of the multidisciplinary cancer committee at Parkridge.