Hunter Rooks, MD

Dr. Rooks is a general surgeon trained in a wide range of surgical services relating to the abdomen, including surgery of the gallbladder, stomach and colon. He is also highly trained in taking care of critically ill patients.

In addition, Dr. Rooks is an assistant professor of surgery, Department of Surgery, for the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Chattanooga.

A native of Shelbyville, TN, Dr. Rooks enjoys spending time with his family when not caring for patients. His other interests include making pizza (his father owns a pizza shop), watching college football, and enjoying a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking and cycling.

Locations and Contact Information

Dr. Rooks has office hours at USA Dayton and performs surgery at Rhea County Medical Center.

USA Hernia Center

Dr. Rooks offers hernia surgery through the USA Hernia Center. At our hernia center, we offer a collaborative approach to improve the quality of care for hernia patients.

Education

Medical School
University of Tennessee Health
Science Center
Memphis, TN

General Surgery Residency
University of Tennessee College
of Medicine Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN

Surgical Critical Care Fellowship
University of Tennessee College
of Medicine Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN

Hunter Rooks,
MD

Dr. Rooks is a general surgeon trained in a wide range of surgical services relating to the abdomen, including surgery of the gallbladder, stomach and colon. He is also highly trained in taking care of critically ill patients.

In addition, Dr. Rooks is an assistant professor of surgery, Department of Surgery, for the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Chattanooga.

A native of Shelbyville, TN, Dr. Rooks enjoys spending time with his family when not caring for patients. His other interests include making pizza (his father owns a pizza shop), watching college football, and enjoying a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking and cycling.

Locations and Contact Information

Dr. Rooks has office hours at USA Dayton and performs surgery at Rhea County Medical Center.

USA Hernia Center

Dr. Rooks offers hernia surgery through the USA Hernia Center. At our hernia center, we offer a collaborative approach to improve the quality of care for hernia patients.

Education

Medical School
University of Tennessee Health
Science Center
Memphis, TN

General Surgery Residency
University of Tennessee College
of Medicine Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN

Surgical Critical Care Fellowship
University of Tennessee College
of Medicine Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN