Dr. Michael Hood, M.D., graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Memphis. Dr. Hood completed his internship and residency in Family Practice at East Tennessee State University – James H. Quillen College of Medicine in Bristol. He is Board Certified in Family Practice and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He is one of the founding physicians of Family Practice Center where he has practiced since 1982
Dr. Michael Hood, M.D., graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Memphis. Dr. Hood completed his internship and residency in Family Practice at East Tennessee State University – James H. Quillen College of Medicine in Bristol. He is Board Certified in Family Practice and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He is one of the founding physicians of Family Practice Center where he has practiced since 1982
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Great visit everyone was nice very fast thanks
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Michael Hood is a very understanding and listens to what you have to say to him I've been with Dr Michael Hood for about six and a half years now and he has me feeling better than I have in the last 15 years and I just like to thank Mr hood for his kindness understanding and listening to my complaints so Dr michaelhood thank you very Connie for your time and your patience
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Always one of the best professionals in family practice medicine.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Very nice and helpful years of experience thank you
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Ease of getting an appt the same day. Short wait in the waiting area. Little longer wait in the room.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
He is excellent and makes sure I’m doing well
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Went well, candy thank health star enougth
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. saw me even though I was not scheduled for an appointment today. Treatment provided was extremely effective! Thanks!
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
I know my case has been wild and complicated, but Dr. Hood has always used his expertise to try and diagnose it. It's been trial and error to a somewhat degree, but I'm hoping and praying today's visit was a game changer because I felt the best with this new medication than I have in 8 years.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
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The Family Practice Center (Newport)
407 Fourth Street Newport, TN 37821
Dr. Michael Hood, M.D., graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Memphis. Dr. Hood completed his internship and residency in Family Practice at East Tennessee State University – James H. Quillen College of Medicine in Bristol. He is Board Certified in Family Practice and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Hood practiced emergency medicine for 30 years, and he was an assistant clinical professor at two medical schools for 15 years. He is one of the founding physicians of Family Practice Center where he has practiced since 1982. Dr. Hood is skilled in making difficult diagnosis, outpatient dermatological surgery, lesion removal, emergency medicine and rheumatology.
In his spare time, Dr. Hood is the Scout Master for Boy Scout troop 497 and he is team leader of the Rescue Squad "Search and Rescue Team." He is currently a member of the Newport Theatre Guild as well as the Newport Ruritan Club that sponsors the Theatre Guild. Dr. Hood also enjoys wine making as owner of the Goodwater Vineyard.
Great visit everyone was nice very fast thanks
Dr Michael Hood is a very understanding and listens to what you have to say to him I've been with Dr Michael Hood for about six and a half years now and he has me feeling better than I have in the last 15 years and I just like to thank Mr hood for his kindness understanding and listening to my complaints so Dr michaelhood thank you very Connie for your time and your patience
Always one of the best professionals in family practice medicine.
Very nice and helpful years of experience thank you
Ease of getting an appt the same day. Short wait in the waiting area. Little longer wait in the room.
Excellent
He is excellent and makes sure I’m doing well
Went well, candy thank health star enougth
Dr. saw me even though I was not scheduled for an appointment today. Treatment provided was extremely effective! Thanks!
I know my case has been wild and complicated, but Dr. Hood has always used his expertise to try and diagnose it. It's been trial and error to a somewhat degree, but I'm hoping and praying today's visit was a game changer because I felt the best with this new medication than I have in 8 years.