About
Dr. Joe Furr is a board-certified internal medicine physician and co-founder of Ridge & River Medicine in Hixson, Tennessee. He trained in Chattanooga and built his clinical experience across hospital and outpatient settings in Mississippi and Tennessee. That breadth of experience informs how he approaches each patient visit today.
Dr. Furr founded Ridge & River Medicine with a clear guiding principle: treat every patient the way he would want his own family treated. He focuses on chronic disease management, preventive care, mental health support for conditions like depression, anxiety, and ADHD, and coordination with specialists when needed. Outside the clinic, he plays progressive metal drums, collects coins, and builds Lego sets with his son Max. He is a lifelong history enthusiast currently writing a book on Chattanooga's 1878 yellow fever epidemic. He lives in North Chattanooga with Max, his wife Alex, two dogs, a cat, and a pet snake named Coco.
Education & Training
Internal Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Furr right for?
Dr. Furr is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician who knows their full health story. Patients managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or metabolic disease benefit from his thorough, unhurried approach. He also treats depression, anxiety, and ADHD, making him a good match for patients seeking mental health support within primary care. Adults who value direct, after-hours access to their physician and same-day availability for acute concerns will find his practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Furr treats a broad range of adult primary care concerns. His clinical focus includes chronic disease management, preventive care, urgent care needs, and mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and ADHD. He also coordinates specialty referrals when a patient needs care beyond primary medicine.
Yes. Dr. Furr holds board certification in Internal Medicine. He trained in Chattanooga and practiced across hospital and outpatient settings in Mississippi and Tennessee before founding Ridge & River Medicine.
Dr. Furr takes a whole-person approach to chronic conditions. He partners with patients on sustainable lifestyle changes, cost-effective treatment options, and clear education. His goal is to help patients actively manage their health rather than simply react to problems as they arise.
Yes. Dr. Furr supports patients dealing with depression, anxiety, and ADHD. As a primary care physician, he often serves as a patient's first point of contact for mental health concerns. He can also connect patients with additional resources in the Chattanooga community when a higher level of support is needed.
Dr. Furr's guiding principle is to treat every patient the way he would want his own wife, parents, or child treated. He built Ridge & River Medicine specifically to practice relationship-based, unhurried medicine. He believes good care requires time, trust, and genuine connection with each patient.
Dr. Furr completed his training in Chattanooga and went on to work in hospital and outpatient settings across Mississippi and Tennessee. That experience across multiple clinical environments shaped his patient-centered approach to primary care.
Yes. Dr. Furr investigates symptoms thoroughly and handles as much care as possible within the practice. When a specialist is necessary, he coordinates the referral and works collaboratively with the specialist to support your care throughout the process.
Dr. Furr does not admit patients directly to the hospital, but he stays involved. He can consult with the hospital team during your stay and support your recovery and transition back home afterward.
Doctor profile last updated April 17, 2026