About
Dr. William Weiss has practiced internal medicine in Memphis for more than three decades. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Zoology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 1984. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine in 1990, earning membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society in 1988. He completed both his transitional internship and his Internal Medicine residency at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, finishing in 1993.
Dr. Weiss holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. His career at Baptist Memorial Hospital included leadership roles: he chaired the Department of Medicine from 2003 to 2007, led the Emergency Department Committee from 2000 to 2003, and served as Medical Director of the Department of Physical Therapy from 2004 to 2008. Memphis Magazine named him a Top Doc in 2002, and Best Doctors in America recognized him from 2011 to 2014. He belongs to the American Medical Association, the American College of Physicians, and the Memphis Medical Society. His focus on proactive care has helped patients catch serious conditions early, including identifying prostate cancer and diagnosing pulmonary embolism before outcomes worsened. His goal is to anticipate each patient's healthcare needs and partner with them on a personal level.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN — Bachelor of Arts, Zoology 1984
Medical School
East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine, Johnson City, TN — Doctorate of Medicine 1990
Residency
Internal Medicine, Baptist Memorial Hospital, Memphis, TN 1991-1993
Additional Training
Transitional Internship, Internal Medicine, Baptist Memorial Hospital, Memphis, TN 1990-1991; Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society 1988
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Weiss right for?
Dr. Weiss works well with adults who want a long-term physician relationship built on proactive care. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from his attentive monitoring approach. He is a strong fit for anyone who values early detection, particularly for cardiovascular and cancer-related concerns. Patients who want direct, consistent access to their physician, including after-hours phone availability, will find his practice well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Weiss focuses on internal medicine with particular attention to chronic disease management. He treats patients with type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. His proactive monitoring approach also addresses serious conditions like prostate cancer and pulmonary embolism. He aims to anticipate health concerns before they escalate.
Yes, Dr. Weiss holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his residency training in internal medicine at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis in 1993.
Dr. Weiss earned his medical degree from East Tennessee State University, Quillen College of Medicine in 1990. He completed both his internship and his Internal Medicine residency at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, finishing in 1993.
Yes, Memphis Magazine named Dr. Weiss a Top Doc in 2002. Best Doctors in America recognized him from 2011 to 2014. He also held several leadership appointments at Baptist Memorial Hospital, including Chair of the Department of Medicine from 2003 to 2007.
Dr. Weiss takes a proactive stance on prevention. He monitors key markers like PSA levels closely over time and acts quickly when results shift. Patient accounts describe him catching prostate cancer early through consistent PSA tracking and identifying a pulmonary embolism before it became fatal.
Yes. Dr. Weiss sees every patient himself at every visit. The practice does not use nurse practitioners or physician assistants as substitutes during appointments.
Yes. Dr. Weiss remains reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. This direct access is a core part of his MDVIP-affiliated practice.
Dr. Weiss holds affiliations with Baptist Memphis and Methodist Memphis. If you need hospital-level care, he maintains active relationships with both institutions.
Doctor profile last updated April 3, 2026