About
Dr. Letitia Tierney brings a rare combination of medical and legal training to her internal medicine practice in Charleston, West Virginia. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Magna Cum Laude, from West Virginia University in 1989. She then completed her Juris Doctor at The George Washington University Law School in Washington, DC, before returning to medicine. Dr. Tierney received her Doctorate of Medicine from West Virginia University School of Medicine in 2006. She completed both her internship and her Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency at the WVU School of Medicine, Charleston Division, serving as Chief Resident from 2009 to 2010. She holds board certification through the American Board of Physician Specialties in Internal Medicine.
Dr. Tierney has practiced medicine in the Charleston community for nearly 20 years. She holds a Clinical Assistant Professor appointment at the Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center and serves on the Advisory Board of the West Virginia Poison Center. She is active in the West Virginia State Medical Association, where she serves on the Finance Committee as Treasurer. Her clinical interests extend to hepatology, the diagnosis and treatment of liver disease. She believes patients understand their own bodies best, and she builds every care plan around that partnership. Her goal is to know each patient as a whole person, not simply a diagnosis.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
West Virginia University, B.A. Psychology, 1989 (Magna)
Medical School
West Virginia University School of Medicine, Morgantown, WV, Doctorate of Medicine 2006
Residency
Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, West Virginia University School of Medicine, Charleston Division (2007-2010); Chief Resident 2009-2010
Additional Training
Juris Doctor, The George Washington University of Law, Washington, DC, 1992; Internship at West Virginia University School of Medicine, Charleston Division (2006-2007)
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Tierney right for?
Dr. Tierney is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician invested in prevention and long-term health. Patients with liver disease or an interest in hepatology will benefit from her specialized clinical focus. She works well with patients who want a physician who treats them as a partner, not a case. Adults managing chronic conditions or navigating complex specialist referrals will find her 20-year network of Charleston relationships especially valuable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Tierney specializes in internal medicine and holds a particular clinical interest in hepatology, the diagnosis and management of liver disease. She is board-certified through the American Board of Physician Specialties in Internal Medicine.
Yes. Dr. Tierney holds board certification from the American Board of Physician Specialties in Internal Medicine. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at West Virginia University School of Medicine, Charleston Division, and served as Chief Resident from 2009 to 2010.
Dr. Tierney treats the physician-patient relationship as a genuine partnership. She believes patients know their own bodies best. She takes the time to understand each patient's life, history, and health goals before building a wellness plan together. Her philosophy centers on mutual trust and respect.
Yes. Dr. Tierney has spent nearly 20 years building relationships with specialists throughout the Charleston community. She actively helps patients navigate referrals and supports them through the broader healthcare system.
Dr. Tierney earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Magna Cum Laude, from West Virginia University in 1989. She completed her Juris Doctor at The George Washington University Law School in 1992. She then received her Doctorate of Medicine from West Virginia University School of Medicine in 2006.
Yes. Dr. Tierney holds a Clinical Assistant Professor appointment at the Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center. She serves on the Advisory Board of the West Virginia Poison Center and on the Finance Committee of the West Virginia State Medical Association, where she serves as Treasurer.
Dr. Tierney has practiced medicine in the Charleston community for nearly 20 years. That tenure has allowed her to build deep relationships with local specialists and a strong understanding of the regional healthcare landscape.
Dr. Tierney sees adult patients seeking comprehensive primary care. She works with patients managing chronic conditions, those interested in preventive health, and those who want a physician with specific expertise in liver disease and hepatology.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026