About
Dr. Hyatt Sutton is a board-certified internist who trained at two of Tennessee's most respected institutions. He earned his undergraduate degree at Harding University, where he joined the Alpha Chi Honor Society. He then completed medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. His residency in Internal Medicine took place at Vanderbilt University, where he began training in 1995 and completed his program in 1998. He also trained at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Nashville, where he served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Sutton focuses on disease prevention and the management of chronic conditions. He treats a broad range of concerns, including hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, arthritis, and menopausal disorders. He also handles medication management, genetic counseling, and immunizations.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Harding University
Medical School
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Residency
Internal Medicine, Vanderbilt University (1995-1998); Chief Resident, Veterans Administration Hospital, Nashville
Certifications
Languages
English
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Sutton right for?
Dr. Sutton is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, asthma, or COPD. Patients navigating menopausal disorders or arthritis benefit from his preventive and disease-management focus. He also serves patients who want proactive care, including medication reviews, genetic counseling, and immunizations. His background at Vanderbilt and the VA makes him well-suited for patients with complex, multi-condition health histories.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Sutton treats a broad range of chronic and preventive health concerns. His focus includes hypertension, diabetes, asthma, COPD, arthritis, and menopausal disorders. He also manages medications, provides genetic counseling, and administers immunizations.
Dr. Sutton completed medical school at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He then trained in Internal Medicine at Vanderbilt University, finishing his residency in 1998. He also served as Chief Resident at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Nashville.
Yes, Dr. Sutton holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He earned that credential after completing his residency at Vanderbilt University.
Dr. Sutton centers his practice on disease prevention and proactive management of chronic conditions. He builds individualized care plans and focuses on catching and addressing health issues early.
Yes, medication management is a core part of Dr. Sutton's practice. He reviews and adjusts medications as part of each patient's personalized care plan.
Yes, Dr. Sutton provides genetic counseling as part of his clinical services. This helps patients understand hereditary health risks and make informed decisions about prevention and screening.
Yes, Dr. Sutton served as Chief Resident at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Nashville. That role came during his Internal Medicine residency training in the late 1990s.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026