Overview

Dr. Rachel Mathis, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Knoxville, TN. She is affiliated with University of Tennessee Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Education

Medical School
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
2012

Residency
Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
General Surgery Residency, 2012 – 2017

Fellowship
Lahey Clinic
Advanced Laparoscopic and Bariatric Surgery, 2017 – 2018

Certification

American Board of Surgery
Board Certified in General Surgery

Licensure

VA State Medical License
2012 – 2017

MA State Medical License
2017 – 2019

KY State Medical License
2018 – 2026

TN State Medical License
2025 – 2027

Membership

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
American College of Surgeons
American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

NPI #

1922368695

Specialties

Dr. Rachel Mathis specializes in bariatric surgery and minimally invasive weight loss procedures to help patients achieve long-term health and wellness. Her expertise includes sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric banding, and bariatric surgery for the treatment of obesity. She also performs endoscopy, robotic-assisted cholecystectomy, appendectomy, abscess and cyst drainage, wound debridement, and other general surgical procedures while treating a variety of gastrointestinal and abdominal conditions.

Bariatric Surgeries Performed

Dr. Rachel Mathis performs a range of bariatric procedures tailored to each patient’s weight loss goals and medical needs. Her bariatric services include sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric banding, and comprehensive bariatric surgery. She also incorporates endoscopic procedures into patient care when appropriate, providing personalized treatment plans that support sustainable weight loss and improved overall health.