About
Dr. Chris Ingraham earned his Bachelor of Arts in Social Science from Michigan State University in 1996. He then completed his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Michigan State University's College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004. He followed that with an internship at Genesis Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, Michigan. He then completed his Family Medicine residency at Genesys Regional Medical Center, also in Grand Blanc, finishing in 2007. He holds board certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Family Practice and holds a Tennessee medical license.
Dr. Ingraham has practiced primary care in Murfreesboro for nearly twenty years. He serves as a family physician affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas. His clinical focus spans preventive medicine, evidence-based care, and whole-person health. He pays close attention to physical, emotional, nutritional, and lifestyle factors in each patient's history. His peers recognized him as one of Rutherford's Best Doctors in 2019, and he received the Heart for Healing honor in 2024. Outside of medicine, he enjoys family, music, nature, competitive golf, and staying engaged with health and political issues.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Michigan State University, Bachelor of Arts, Social Science (1996)
Medical School
Michigan State University, College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine (2004)
Residency
Family Medicine, Genesys Regional Medical Center, Grand Blanc, MI (2005-2007)
Additional Training
Internship, Genesis Regional Medical Center, Grand Blanc, MI (2004-2005)
Certifications
Who is Dr. Ingraham right for?
Dr. Ingraham works well with adults who want a primary care physician focused on prevention and long-term health. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his evidence-based approach. He gives close attention to lifestyle, nutrition, and emotional health alongside physical concerns. People who value a consistent, relationship-driven physician will feel at home in his practice.
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Family MedicineFrequently Asked Questions
Dr. Ingraham focuses on family medicine and preventive care. He treats a broad range of primary care conditions, including chronic disease management for conditions like type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol. He also addresses lifestyle and nutritional factors that influence long-term health.
Yes. Dr. Ingraham holds board certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Family Practice. He earned his Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Michigan State University's College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004.
Dr. Ingraham completed his medical education at Michigan State University's College of Osteopathic Medicine. He then trained at Genesis Regional Medical Center for his internship and completed his Family Medicine residency at Genesys Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, Michigan.
Dr. Ingraham has practiced primary care medicine in Murfreesboro for nearly twenty years. That depth of local experience means he understands the community and has built lasting relationships with many of his patients.
Dr. Ingraham centers his practice on the belief that trust is foundational to good medicine. He takes a whole-person approach, considering physical, emotional, nutritional, and lifestyle factors together. He focuses heavily on preventive and evidence-based care to support long-term health outcomes.
Yes. Dr. Ingraham received the Rutherford's Best Doctors honor in 2019. He also received the Heart for Healing Honoree recognition in 2024, reflecting his commitment to compassionate, relationship-driven care.
Yes. Dr. Ingraham is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas as a family physician in Murfreesboro. His connection to Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford helps him coordinate a more individualized care experience for his members.
Dr. Ingraham is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine specializing in family medicine and preventive care. Osteopathic physicians complete full medical training with additional focus on whole-body, integrative approaches to health.
Doctor profile last updated August 15, 2026