Meet Our Primary Care Team
Hamblen Primary Care provides complete medical care for pediatric to adult patients. Our office is led by board-certified family medicine physician James Schindler, MD. With more than 20 years of medical experience, Dr. Schindler is skilled in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of chronic and acute illnesses. He is supported by nurse practitioners who works closely with Dr. Schindler to provide excellent primary care for all of our patients. Thank you for learning more about our team.

James Schindler, MD
Board Certified in Family Medicine
Clinical Interests:
- Public health
- Pediatrics
- Alternative medicine
- Sports medicine
Medical School:
Baylor College of Medicine
Residency:
Family Practice,
Contra Costa County Hospital

Tammy Ashburn, NP
Clinical Interests:
- Minor Emergencies
- Pediatric, Adolescent and Adult Primary Care
Education:
Master of Science in Nursing
Carson-Newman University
Jefferson City, TN
Associate Degree
Walters State Community College
Morristown, TN

Elizabeth Howard, FNP
Clinical Interests:
- Acute care
- Women’s health
- Pediatrics
Education:
Master of Science in Nursing,
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing,
East Tennessee State University
Make an Appointment with Our Team
We’re accepting new pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (423) 492-6700.