About
Dr. Stacey B. Carlton earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biology from Middle Tennessee State University in 1989. She then attended East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine, completing her Doctorate of Medicine in 1993. She completed both her internship and Family Medicine residency at Johnson City Medical Center and East Tennessee State University, Veterans Administration, finishing in 1996. Her residency training shaped a clinical identity rooted in full-spectrum family care.
Dr. Carlton holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and carries the FAAFP designation as a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Practitioners. She maintains certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Neonatal Advanced Life Support, Basic Life Support, and as a Medical Resource Officer. She practices emergency medicine at Cumberland Medical Center and in surrounding counties, extending her skills beyond the office. Her clinical interests center on diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, well child care, and preventive medicine. The "Best Doctors in America" program has recognized her every year since 2005. Cumberland County has voted her Best Doctor multiple times, and Cumberland Medical Center named her Physician of the Month in 2006. She has served as Medical Director of the Bread of Life Mission since 2003, reflecting a long commitment to her Crossville community.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Middle Tennessee State University, Bachelor of Science, Chemistry and Biology, 1989
Medical School
East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1993
Residency
Family Medicine, Johnson City Medical Center and East Tennessee State University, Veterans Administration, 1994-1996
Additional Training
Internship: Johnson City Medical Center and East Tennessee State University, Veterans Administration, 1993-1994
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Carlton right for?
Dr. Carlton is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or cardiovascular disease. Patients who want a physician invested in long-term prevention will find her approach well matched to their goals. She also sees children, making her a good choice for families seeking a single trusted physician. Patients who value after-hours access and unhurried appointments tend to thrive in her practice. Those with complex health histories benefit from her broad clinical background, which spans family medicine and emergency care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Carlton focuses on diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease as core clinical interests. She also provides well child care and places strong emphasis on preventive medicine. Her emergency medicine background gives her a broad clinical range that benefits patients with complex or urgent needs.
Yes, Dr. Carlton holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She also carries the FAAFP designation as a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Practitioners, reflecting her advanced standing in the specialty.
Dr. Carlton earned her medical degree from East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine in 1993. She completed her internship and Family Medicine residency at Johnson City Medical Center and East Tennessee State University, Veterans Administration, finishing her residency in 1996.
Dr. Carlton has appeared on the "Best Doctors in America" list every year since 2005. Cumberland County has voted her Best Doctor multiple times, including for the sixth time in 2010. Cumberland Medical Center named her Physician of the Month in 2006, and she holds membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society.
Yes. Dr. Carlton practices in the emergency room at Cumberland Medical Center and in surrounding counties. She also serves as Medical Director of the Bread of Life Mission, a role she has held since 2003.
Dr. Carlton holds certifications in Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Trauma Life Support, Neonatal Advanced Life Support, and as a Medical Resource Officer. This range of certifications reflects her active role in both outpatient and emergency settings.
Dr. Carlton has practiced medicine in the Crossville, Tennessee community for nearly 20 years. That longevity has allowed her to build relationships with local specialists and develop deep familiarity with the health needs of the area's residents.
Dr. Carlton believes great medicine grows from mutual trust and respect between doctor and patient. She works with each patient to build a personalized wellness plan tailored to their individual health goals. Preventive medicine guides her long-term strategy for keeping patients healthy.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026