About
Joseph E. Allen II, MD built his medical career entirely in Memphis, starting with a biology degree from Memphis State University in 1978, earned Summa Cum Laude. He graduated from the University of Tennessee Medical School in 1982 with highest honors. His internship and residency both took place at Baptist Memorial Hospital, where he was selected as Chief Resident in 1984-1985.
Dr. Allen holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has served as an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Tennessee since 1994. Memphis Magazine named him one of the Best Doctors in Memphis in 1995, 1999, and 2002. His clinical focus spans preventive care, chronic disease management, and medication management for conditions including type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, migraines, fibromyalgia, and chronic pancreatitis. He responds to patient texts and emails and answers calls after hours personally. Dr. Allen is a member of the American College of Physicians and maintains his affiliation with Baptist Memorial Hospital.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Memphis State University, B.S. Biology, Summa Cum Laude, 1978
Medical School
University of Tennessee Medical School, Doctorate of Medicine, 1982, Graduated with highest honors
Residency
Internal Medicine, Baptist Memorial Hospital, Memphis, TN, 1983-1985; Chief Resident 1984-1985
Additional Training
Internship, Baptist Memorial Hospital, Memphis, TN, 1982-1983
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Allen right for?
Dr. Allen is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, migraines, fibromyalgia, or chronic pancreatitis. Patients who want a consistent relationship with one physician, and not a rotating staff, benefit from his solo practice setup. He works well with adults who value thorough medication management and proactive preventive screenings. Patients who want after-hours access and same-day availability find his practice especially well suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Allen treats a broad range of adult internal medicine conditions. His chronic disease experience includes type 2 diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, migraines, fibromyalgia, and chronic pancreatitis. He also manages preventive care and general internal medicine needs for adult patients.
Yes. Dr. Allen holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Medical School in 1982 with highest honors and completed his residency at Baptist Memorial Hospital.
Yes. Dr. Allen takes calls from patients after hours and on weekends. Patients report that he answers the phone directly, including during evenings and travel. He also responds to texts and emails from his members.
You will always see Dr. Allen. He does not route office visits to a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. Every appointment is with Dr. Allen directly.
Dr. Allen takes a thorough, research-driven approach to medications. He seeks treatments with proven results, minimal side effects, and reasonable cost. Patients with complex or multiple chronic conditions particularly benefit from his attentive medication oversight.
Dr. Allen completed both his internship and his internal medicine residency at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN. He served as Chief Resident from 1984 to 1985. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Medical School in 1982.
Yes. Dr. Allen has served as an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Tennessee since 1994. He also holds a long-standing appointment on the Mortality Review Committee at Baptist Memorial Hospital.
Yes. Memphis Magazine named Dr. Allen one of the Best Doctors in Memphis in 1995, 1999, and 2002. He also received the Outstanding Scholastic Achievement and Clinical Proficiency in Psychiatry Award from the University of Tennessee in 1982.
Doctor profile last updated April 3, 2026