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Melissa E. Hixson MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine

Areas of Expertise

  • Primary Care

Location

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Tennessee Memphis, 2001
  • Residency, Internal Medicine - Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 2004
  • Chief Resident, Internal Medicine - Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 2005

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2005

Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
Dr Hixson is wonderful. She has treated me for 20+ yrs with empathy and understanding I appreciate her excellent care.
May 23, 2026
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Dr Hisxon is awesome.
May 20, 2026
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Dr. Hixson is an exceptional physician. She makes you feel like you are the only patient she has. She involves her patients in decision-making for next steps and treatment. I am extremely fortunate to have her as my primary care provider.
May 19, 2026
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Dr. Hixson is the absolute best!! My husband I have followed her to three practices because we trust her and know that she will listen and help us figure out the best care plan for each of us.
May 14, 2026
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Dr Hixson is THE BEST! I am so grateful to have her as my doctor. She is an outstanding physician.
May 14, 2026
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Dr. Hixson is an excellent listener - understanding, empathetic and direct.
May 13, 2026
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Great
May 8, 2026
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I love Dr. H and am so glad I happened upon her 3 years ago. She is the most personable and detailed physician I have ever been to, and since I have many issues, I've been to my fair share of doctors. She is a gem. Please make sure you give her whatever she needs to continue practicing here.
May 8, 2026
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Dr. Hixson is always very professional, patient, and informative. She goes the extra mile to attend to your needs. Always very pleasant and engaging. A great person and doctor.
May 7, 2026
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