About
Michael E. Posey, MD earned his Bachelor of Science in Medicine from the University of Mississippi in Oxford in 1971. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine in Jackson in 1975. He completed his internship and Internal Medicine residency at the University of Tennessee, Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, finishing in 1978. That training planted deep roots in the Memphis medical community, where he has practiced ever since.
Dr. Posey focuses on longevity, chronic disease management, and cardiovascular risk reduction. He uses Cleveland HeartLab panels to detect arterial plaque risk early. He tests for vitamin D deficiency and other markers to get ahead of cancer, dementia, and fatigue. He personally follows every patient he admits to Methodist Germantown Hospital or Baptist Memorial Hospital, and he has never handed that responsibility to a hospitalist. Patients describe him as someone who treats every visit as if they are his only patient. He served on the Board of Directors of the Medical Art Center from 1986 to 1994 and joined its Organization Committee in 1985.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Mississippi, Oxford, MS — Bachelor of Science in Medicine 1971
Medical School
University of Mississippi School of Medicine, Jackson, MS — Doctorate of Medicine 1975
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of Tennessee, Baptist Memorial Hospital, Memphis, TN 1976-1978
Additional Training
Internship: University of Tennessee, Baptist Memorial Hospital, Memphis, TN — Medical Internship 1975-1976
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Posey right for?
Dr. Posey is a strong fit for adults who want a physician they can build a long-term relationship with. Patients managing hypertension, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, or cardiovascular risk benefit from his prevention-first approach. He works well with patients who value direct access to their doctor, including after hours and during hospitalizations. Those concerned about longer-term risks like dementia or cancer will find his proactive screening approach useful. Patients across the greater Memphis region, including those who travel significant distances, make up his membership.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Posey specializes in internal medicine and preventive care. He treats hypertension, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, and cerebrovascular disease. He also works to reduce risk factors tied to cancer, dementia, fatigue, and arthritic pain, including vitamin D deficiency.
Dr. Posey uses cardiovascular lab panels from Cleveland HeartLab as part of the MDVIP Wellness Program. These panels help identify the development of arterial plaque before it leads to coronary or cerebrovascular disease. He pairs that testing with individualized guidance on diet, exercise, and appropriate medications or supplements.
Yes. Dr. Posey personally admits and follows all of his patients at Methodist Hospital-Germantown and Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis. He has never used hospitalists. He believes the relationships he builds in the office are essential to managing each patient's care during a hospital stay.
Yes. Dr. Posey offers 24/7 phone access to his members. Patients can reach him after hours and on weekends for urgent matters. His office also keeps flexible hours as late as 6:00 pm and offers same-day or next-day sick visit appointments.
Dr. Posey occasionally makes house calls when he determines it is necessary. This is an added layer of access that reflects his long-standing commitment to following through on each patient's care.
Dr. Posey earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 1975. He completed his internship and Internal Medicine residency at the University of Tennessee, Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, finishing in 1978.
Dr. Posey has practiced internal medicine in the Memphis area for over four decades, with his residency training completing in 1978. Several of his patients have been with him for more than 35 years.
Dr. Posey focuses on stabilizing existing conditions and working to eliminate or control them through diet, exercise, and the right medications or supplements. He monitors chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol closely, with the goal of achieving better long-term outcomes for each patient.
Doctor profile last updated April 3, 2026