About
Katie Edson, MD trained at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and completed her Family Medicine residency at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis, TN. She holds certification from the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons. Her medical education included rotations in India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and rural Tennessee, experiences that sharpened her clinical range. Dr. Edson spent much of her early life outside the United States, living in Asia and Europe. That background informs her patient-centered perspective. '
Education & Training
Medical School
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Residency
Family Medicine, University of Tennessee at St Francis Hospital, Memphis, TN
Additional Training
Rotations in India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and rural Tennessee during medical school and residency
Certifications
Who is Dr. Edson right for?
Dr. Edson suits patients who want a thorough, relationship-driven approach to primary care. Adults and families across all life stages benefit from her broad clinical training and international rotations. She works well with patients managing chronic conditions who want consistent, accessible physician contact. Her 30-to-60-minute visits give patients time to address complex or layered concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Edson holds certification from the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons. She completed her medical degree at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and her Family Medicine residency at St. Francis Hospital in Memphis, TN.
Dr. Edson sees patients of all ages, from newborns to older adults. She treats a full spectrum of family medicine concerns, including wellness visits, chronic disease management, sick visits, and injury care.
Dr. Edson is not currently enrolling new patients. New patients at Edson Family Practice should enroll with Dr. Desiree Inman, who began accepting new patients in April 2026.
Dr. Edson spent much of her early life in Asia and Europe. During medical school and residency, she completed clinical rotations in India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and rural Tennessee. That range of experience gave her a broad, adaptable approach to patient care.
Dr. Edson spends 30 to 60 minutes of face time with each patient during visits. That appointment length allows her to address multiple concerns and take a thorough approach to every case.
Yes. Members can contact Dr. Edson by phone, text, or email between appointments. Direct physician access is a core part of the Edson Family Practice model.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026