About
A. D. serves as Senior Physician and Director of Operations at ZüpMed. He earned his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his Internal Medicine residency at Methodist University Hospital. His training also included time with the National Health Service in London, England, and hospitality management coursework at Cornell School of Hotel Administration.
Dr. Finks joined Methodist's inaugural inpatient Hospitalist division in 2004 and remained as Senior Hospitalist Partner until 2016. That year, Methodist appointed him Divisional Medical Director for Methodist Affiliated Services, where he oversaw clinical operations for Methodist Minor Meds, Home Care, and Hospice. He holds board certification in Internal Medicine. Before medicine, Dr. Finks built a career that included nursing home administration, radio broadcasting, charter boat captaining, and directing public relations for the Special Olympics. He entered medical school at 32. He is an Eagle Scout and a licensed private pilot. He co-founded ZüpMed with his wife Shannon W. Finks, choosing Memphis as their home.
Education & Training
Medical School
St. George's University School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, Methodist University Hospital (formerly Methodist Central Hospital)
Additional Training
National Health Service, London, England; Hospitality Management coursework, Cornell School of Hotel Administration
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Finks right for?
Dr. Finks is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, or heart disease. Patients who want a primary care physician with deep hospitalist and administrative experience will find his background valuable. He works well with those seeking proactive, relationship-driven internal medicine care. His broad clinical career gives him a grounded perspective on complex, long-term health management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Finks specializes in internal medicine and treats chronic conditions including hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and heart disease. He also provides ongoing primary care and proactive wellness support for adult patients.
Yes. Dr. Finks holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He completed his residency at Methodist University Hospital and trained with the National Health Service in London, England.
Dr. Finks earned his medical degree from St. George's University School of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis. He also completed additional training with the National Health Service in London, England.
Dr. Finks spent over 20 years at Methodist Healthcare, joining their first inpatient Hospitalist division in 2004. He later served as Divisional Medical Director for Methodist Affiliated Services, overseeing Methodist Minor Meds, Home Care, and Hospice. Before medicine, he held roles as a nursing home administrator, radio talk show host, charter boat captain, and public relations director for the Special Olympics.
Yes. Dr. Finks sees patients at ZüpMed's East Memphis clinic for both urgent care and ongoing primary care. Patients who request a physician specifically can arrange a physician-only visit, which carries an additional surcharge of $150.
Dr. Finks built ZüpMed on the belief that medicine should feel more like hospitality than hassle. He pairs his internal medicine expertise with a concierge-style approach, emphasizing proactive care, thorough visits, and a genuine patient relationship. His coursework at Cornell's School of Hotel Administration informs how he thinks about the patient experience.
Doctor profile last updated April 3, 2026