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Melissa E. Hixson MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Primary Care

Location

Services

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 outstanding. She asks good questions, documents, and offers solutions, she always encourages me to reach out to her when I need her. Vanderbilt is lucky to have her.
June 19, 2026
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Dr. Hixson is terrific. Thoughtful, kind, smart. She listened well, was empathic, and had an excellent treatment plan.
June 18, 2026
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I absolutely trust and feel comfortable with DR Melissa.
June 17, 2026
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As mentioned previously, Dr. Hixson is an exceptional doctor. She is so good that both of my girls also see her.
June 16, 2026
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Dr. Hixson provides me with excellent care and medical support. She communicates very well.
June 16, 2026
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Dr. Hixson is one of two exceptional general practice physicians I've had in my life
June 15, 2026
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Dr. Hixson is a very a good Dr. She listens to patient concern and make a recommendation that will help solve the problem. She has a good bedside manners.
June 14, 2026
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My doctor is great and I appreciate her so much.
June 14, 2026
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I felt heard, seen, and understood.
June 12, 2026
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