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Sorry, Lily, but that’s not risen to the occasion in relikely. Plenty of teams are markable and tangible ways. embraced by their cities, and Alongside the list of Top Docs (and spotlights on a vice versa, but I have to believe the kind of alchemy that handful), we’re also sharing exists between Memphis and two distinctly different but connected stories. Frank our Grizzlies is uncommon stuff. Have you watched the Murtaugh explores the work of St. Jude Global — how the crowds in other arenas lately? Can you imagine any of children’s research hospital those crowds losing their based here in Memphis is changing the outcomes for collective minds to a hip-hop anthem, especially one that children facing daunting diLily Bear visits some might find … unsavory? agnoses around the world, the Grizzly Bears. including kids in Ukraine.

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I happen to adore it. Yes, “Whoop That Trick” Meanwhile, Alex Greene introduces you to may originally have implied, well, the violent the global outreach work of Memphian Dr. Bill subjugation of women. And yes, I’m quicker Novick, who specializes in pediatric cardiac than most to register and call out misogyny. care — or reintroduces you, if you’ve been This isn’t it. An arena full of Memphians shout- reading this magazine since 2013, when we ran ing, “Whoop that trick (get ’em)!”? That’s under- a cover story on “Dr. No” and his foundation. dog joy. That’s Memphis. (Although my own Undaunted by wars raging outside hospitals, little underdog, Lily Bear, considers this exact Novick travels to places like Ukraine to help scenario to be her worst nightmare. Maybe her heal children’s hearts. moral compass is better developed than mine.)

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Fried Chicken at Alcenia’s

This Southern dish, which her mother taught her to make, is one of the standouts at Betty Joyce “BJ” Chester-Tamayo’s restaurant.

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lcenia’s is now open after being closed for 390 days for renovation. Owner Betty Joyce “BJ” Chester-Tamayo bought the Downtown building on December 2, 2020. “Renovations began March 19, 2021,” she says. “From the roof down to the floor, it’s all brand-new.”

And, she adds, “Even the portrait of my mom is brand-new,” painted by Memphis artist Larry Walker. It’s an important part of the restaurant, because her mom is the late Alcenia Clark Chester, namesake of the establishment.

“Alcenia’s is a blessing from God,” says Chester-Tamayo. “I stand here in amazement. People ask me, ‘Do you have an interior decorator?’ Yes. Me and God.” In addition to all the other items, customers can order Chester-Tamayo’s signature fried chicken. “It’s a soul food restaurant,” she says. “You can’t have soul food without fried chicken.”

Asked where she got her recipe for this popular item, she says, “Mine came from my mama. And hers came from her mother.”

Chester-Tamayo didn’t cook growing up. She began when she was 19, after she got married and moved to Germany, where

her ex-husband was stationed.

She tried other things first. “I remember cooking a dish with rice and mayonnaise and it was terrible.” Her ex-husband asked her, “Where did this come from?

“I said, ‘You like mayonnaise and you like rice.’”

He responded: “Not together.”

“That recipe did not come from my mother,” she explains.

“That came from the Betty Crocker cookbook.”

A s for the fried chicken, Chester-Tamayo says, “My mom didn’t use anything but salt and pepper and that’s it. I don’t know how she could get food to taste the way

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it did with just salt and pepper.

But what comes along with fried chicken is having the right temperature and not cooking it too fast. That’s what makes your fried chicken juicy.”

And, she says, “My mom used those cast-iron black skillets.”

Her mother also had in her kitchen “nothing but the top-of-theline” ingredients.

Frying the chicken was easy, but preparing it wasn’t, Chester-Tamayo recalls. “I never knew how to cut up a chicken, either.

My mom never bought chicken pieces, but sliced up the whole chicken and cut it perfectly.”

After it’s cut, wash the chicken in clean water, she says. And then pat the chicken dry with paper towels.

Her mother added salt and pepper in the flour batter. “You can use plain [flour], but you have to put in baking soda. She used the plain. I like self-rising [flour].”

Chester-Tamayo uses “eight or nine different seasonings, but salt is one I really don’t use.”

She won’t reveal all her seasonings, but she will admit she likes lemon pepper.

Her mother shook the chicken in a bag with the batter ingredients, but Chester-Tamayo instead prepares her chicken in a whole milk batter with eggs and adds season i ng s . She then switches the chicken to another container with plain f lour and seasonings. “I turn it over several times and make sure the chicken is coated.”

To see if it’s hot enough, she drips water on the skillet. If it siz-

left: Alcenia’s owner Betty Joyce “BJ” Chester-Tamayo. below: Part of the decor at the recently reopened Alcenia’s is a portrait by Larry Walker of the restaurant’s namesake, Alcenia Clark Chester, holding her great-granddaughter, Alcenia Altovise Nia Tamayo.

zles, it’s ready. “You don’t want grease too hot, but you also don’t want grease smoking.”

Another family technique: Her mother never covered the the skillet with a lid because it makes the chicken soggy, Chester-Tamayo says, noting that it takes about 20 minutes to cook.

“You want to cook it all the way through. You don’t want any of it raw. Once the grease gets hot, you cut it [the temperature] down.”

Chester-Tamayo prefers a deep fryer at the restaurant instead of a skillet. “It’s better cooking on the stove in a cast-iron skillet, but mine is good cooked in the deep fryer. You have too much chicken in a restaurant to try to cook it on the stove.”

As for sides, fried chicken “goes with everything — macaroni and cheese, greens, lima beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, and green beans.”

Chester-Tamayo does not believe fried chicken goes with French fries, though. Her mother never served it with French fries, and she doesn’t either, she says.

“Here’s another thing with fried chicken,” she says. “If I fry it at the restaurant and take it home, I won’t heat it in the microwave. That makes it soggy. If you put it in the oven, it will crisp back up like it was. Set the oven on 335 and just warm it up.”

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On the Right Track Doyle Schaeffer tends bar at a U of M institution.

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Tracks is nestled so tightly between Walker Avenue and a curve in the railroad tracks that split the University of Memphis campus you could hop a freight from the parking lot.

But don’t do that. Stay and enjoy the place.

Tracks (as the regulars call it) is a well- room. Very “Cheers”-y. Very comfortable. lit, sprawling restaurant, with a bar, three I ask Doyle what’s the best thing dining areas, outdoor seating, and a pool about being a bartender? He’s quick with room. It’s a friendly joint with a welcom- a response. ing staff, including Doyle Schaeffer, the “I’d say it’s just making connections with bartender. people,” he says. “It’s a cliché, but someSchaeffer is an affable, charming fellow times you become a poor man’s psychiwho has found his niche here — but not atrist. I get to meet and talk to all kinds before leaving Memphis to see of interesting people from all some of the world. The Frayser Schaeffer’s “Grizz walks of life. I love it when I meet native played guitar in a jazz Fizz” cocktail a stranger and make them, say, a Tom Collins or something and band at Kingsbury High School, matches the then parlayed that experience they just start to spill their into gigs with several bands in Grizzlies’ team personal story. I can get to Memphis and Nashville, before colors. Very clever know everything about taking his music on the road — — and very good! someone, and then they or, better said, to the waves — leave and I might never with the B.B. King Blues Club at Sea band. see them again. It’s bizarre and “I was living in Nashville then,” Schaef- cool at the same time.” fer says, “and I decided to explore the Schaeffer looks at my beer and world a bit and break out of my shell. It says, “What kind of cocktail do was a real learning experience.” you like?”

But Memphis called him home about “I’ll like whatever you’d feel like 10 years ago, when he began working as making for me,” I reply. “I’m not a server and bartender at Midtown’s Bay- too choosy.” ou restaurant, and then at the Courtyard Schaeffer gets to work putting toMarriott Downtown, before finding him- gether a drink called the “Grizz Fizz.” self behind the bar at Tracks in 2016.

“It’s got equal parts gin and “I live in this area, and I’d been a regular Curaçao,” he says. “Then I add lime at Tracks for years,” he says. “I knew the juice, a little carbonated grapefruit staff and management, so when the Mar- juice for fizz, and a lemon twist. I creriott didn’t prove to be as lucrative as I’d ated it for a friend I trust to be honest, and he told me it was good.” hoped, I just applied here and got a job.”

Now, as he puts it, a “crisp 35,” Doyle Schaeffer places a martini glass in finally feels at home. “This place is like the front of me. The drink is blue, with a Memphis ‘Cheers,’” he says. “People think bright lemon peel floating in the midit’s a student bar — and we do get students dle. It takes me a minute to realize the — but we also get faculty, administrators, cocktail matches the Grizzlies’ people from the neighborhood, and even team colors. Very clever — and families. The clientele is always changing, very good! There’s a little tingle and in some ways, not changing. I’d like to from the grapefruit fizz, a touch write a TV show about this place; it’s got of citrus from the lime juice, and so much character.” a punch of gin concealed in there A look around the restaurant on a re- somewhere. It goes down as smooth cent May afternoon bears out Schaeffer’s as a Desmond Bane jumper. description. There’s a family at one table, Just like a conversation with Doyle with two kids munching on French fries. Schaeffer.

A couple of regulars hold down one end of the bar, talking Grizzlies with a waitress. RP Tracks is located at 3547 Walker, Four college kids are playing pool in the far 901-327-1471.

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Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337

CARDIAC ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY ERIC E. JOHNSON, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Hanissian Allergy 2101 Merchants Row, Suite 3, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 751-9696

JAY A. LIEBERMAN, MD

TAMMY H. MCCULLEY, MD

McCulley Allergy, Sinus & Asthma Center 2155 West Street, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 623-3323

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis, Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000 ARRHYTHMIAS, PACEMAKERS / DEFIBRILLATORS

ALLERGY & ASTHMA, ALLERGIC RHINITIS, ATOPIC DERMATITIS, FOOD & DRUG ALLERGY

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THE TOYOS CLINIC

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ne of nature’s smallest creatures — mice — helped guide Dr. Rolando Toyos to his medical specialty, and a group of bears ultimately lured him to Memphis.

“Ophthalmology combines general medicine with

surgery and is driven by advanced technology that requires mathematical precision,” says Toyos, founder and medical director of the Toyos Clinic. “My research in medical school required me to perform microsurgery on mice, and I fell in love with the fine motor skill required to perform eye surgery.”

And the bears? Years later, the Memphis Grizzlies invited him to be their team physician. His long involvement with sports medicine includes serving as team physician for the Memphis Redbirds and other professional teams around the country, as well as a stint as president of the Sports Ophthalmology Society of America.

Toyos earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of California at Berkeley and a master’s from Stanford. He studied medicine at the University of Illinois, completed his internship in internal medicine at Illinois Masonic Hospital in Chicago, and served his residency at Northwestern.

In 1998, he founded the Toyos Clinic, when St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital recruited him to oversee the eye care of children at their neonatal intensive-care clinic in Jackson, Tennessee. He came to the Bluff City ten years later, and the Toyos Clinic now has six locations: two in Nashville and one each in Memphis and Franklin, Tennessee, plus Southaven, Mississippi, and New York City.

“The world opened up to me when I invented new technologies and techniques to help my patients,” he says.

Each location has three related clinics. The Vision Clinic includes complete medical and surgical eye care. Optical services provide designer eyewear and specialty contact lenses. The Aesthetics Clinic includes skin care, laser resurfacing, and even hair transplantation.

In his work with aesthetics, Toyos discovered a procedure that not only treated skin conditions but helped patients with dry eye disease. This condition, he says, “has been an ignored problem by the medical establishment, and I discovered that Intense Pulsed Light and Low Level Light Therapy could give patients significant relief.” He has authored articles and a book on the procedure and has trained physicians from 33 countries on his latest techniques.

As part of this program, the Toyos Clinic includes a full research department under the supervision of his wife, Dr. Melissa Toyos, also an ophthalmologist.

Dr. Rolando Toyos doesn’t confine his patients to those who can visit his clinics. As part of the Eye Care America Project, his medical teams offer free care to people in need (such as the victims of Hurricane Katrina), and he has completed missions to treat patients at no cost in Haiti, Nicaragua, and Honduras.

The biggest advance Toyos would like to see in ophthalmology “is a change of thinking about new techniques,” noting that he pushed other doctors for years to accept his new treatment for dry eye disease. “I hope my experience opens the door to the next person,” says Toyos, “who will invent the next technology that will cause a paradigm shift in treatment.” — Michael Finger

RAJESH KABRA, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis UT Methodist Physicians Department of Cardiology 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 965, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 435-8550 PACEMAKERS / DEFIBRILLATORS, ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, ARRHYTHMIAS, CATHETER ABLATION

YOSEF A. KAHN, MD

Methodist North Hospital Sutherland Cardiology Clinic 3950 New Covington Pike, Suite 220, Memphis, TN 38128 (901) 763-0200 ARRHYTHMIAS

JEFFREY E. KERLAN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Stern Cardiovascular 6027 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 112, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 271-1000 ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, DEFIBRILLATORS

DAVID ZHI-QIANG LAN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000 ARRHYTHMIAS

YEHOSHUA C. LEVINE, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis UT Methodist Physicians 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 475, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 478-0650 ARRHYTHMIAS, CATHETER ABLATION, PACEMAKERS / DEFIBRILLATORS

CARDIOVASCUL AR DISEASE RITIN BOMB, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Cardiology Associates 6005 Park Avenue, Suite 500B, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 683-6925

TODD D. EDWARDS, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000 TRANSPLANT MEDICINE - HEART

STEVEN S. GUBIN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000 PREVENTIVE CARDIOLOGY, ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY

JASON I. INFELD, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000 NON-INVASIVE CARDIOLOGY, ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY, ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY - TRANSESOPHAGEAL, CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE

CHRISTOPHER INGELMO, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital-DeSoto Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000

JOHN L. JEFFERIES, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital UT Methodist Physicians Department of Cardiology 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 965, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 435-8550 CARDIOMYOPATHY, HEART FAILURE

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY THE TOYOS CLINIC

DR. ROLANDO TOYOS, M.D.

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STERN CARDIOVASCULAR

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n experienced cardiologist and cardiac imaging specialist, Dr. Neeraja Yedlapati has honed her skills for almost two decades, receiving certifications for related subspecialties and

even doing cardiac imaging for NBA athletes.

Yedlapati joined Stern in March of this year and quickly got to work seeing patients. “What drew me to Stern is that there are so many subspecialties at the practice,” she says. “We have physicians who complement each other.

While my own specialty is cardiac imaging, there are many other areas that I work in. So I thought a practice like Stern would allow me to do more, and to help more patients.”

Founded in 1920, Stern Cardiovascular is this region's oldest and largest cardiac center, with more than 40 cardiologists and other heart specialists practicing at ten locations in Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi.

Yedlapati didn’t initially plan to become a doctor. While she was in high school in India, however, some of her

family members experienced medical issues. They sat down and discussed how important family was, and her mind was made up. She’d go into medicine, and she knew cardiology would be the best field for her.

After graduating from Deccan College of Medical Sciences in India, Yedlapati traveled to the United States to further her medical education. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City; she stayed in New York for her fellowship in cardiology and advanced cardiac imaging at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

She came to Memphis because she decided this was the best place to make use of her cardiology background. “The rate of heart disease is higher here than the U.S. average, so I thought I could do a lot more for Memphis than other cities,” says Yedlapati. “The amount of different cardiomyopathies I see here is vast. There are so many undiagnosed conditions, so I knew I could make a big difference if I worked here.”

Yedlapati focuses on reading cardiac CTs and MRIs, reviewing echocardiograms, and conducting nuclear imaging cardiac stress tests. And her keen eye is set on discovering conditions that might not appear during regular imaging and testing.

“When it comes to MRIs, there are certain types of familial or genetic cardiomyopathies that are not usually picked up,” she says. “For those, I might do cardiac magnetic resonance imaging to uncover these hidden cardiomyopathies and begin treatment.”

Once she is settled fully at Stern, Yedlapati hopes to use her platform to open a new clinic focusing on women’s heart issues. “From what I’ve seen, many women don’t show up at doctors or hospitals unless their heart condition becomes very bad,” she says. “The symptoms are so different from other cardiac patients, that I think a specialized center would be a boon to Memphis.”

It’s something she envisions happening in the next few years. “It would be under the Stern umbrella, and they’ve been very supportive of my goal,” she says. “They were really excited to learn about it, so while it’s still in the early stages, they’ve said they’ll do everything in their power to help me realize this.” — Samuel X. Cicci

DAVID H. KRAUS, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000 HEART FAILURE, HEART VALVE DISEASE, AMYLOID HEART DISEASE, CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION

FRANK A. MCGREW III, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000 CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE, ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROMES

JENNIFER S. MORROW, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000 HEART DISEASE IN WOMEN, NON-INVASIVE CARDIOLOGY

DANIEL E. OTTEN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000

HOLGER P. SALAZAR, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000

BASHAR A. SHALA, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Memphis Cardiovascular Center 6799 Great Oaks Road, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38138 (901) 751-0405 INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY, ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY, PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE, PREVENTIVE CARDIOLOGY

ARSALAN T. SHIRWANY, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Stern Cardiovascular 6027 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 112, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 271-1000

MAUREEN A. SMITHERS, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Sutherland Cardiology Clinic 7460 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 763-0200 NON-INVASIVE CARDIOLOGY, HEART FAILURE, CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE, ARRHYTHMIAS

ARIE SZATKOWSKI, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Stern Cardiovascular 7362 Southcrest Parkway, Southaven, MS 38671 (901) 271-1000

NEERAJA YEDLAPATI, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Stern Cardiovascular 6027 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 112, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 271-1000 CARDIAC IMAGING

CHILD & ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRY JERRY D. HESTON, MD Le Bonheur Children's Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Associates 1135 Cully Road, Suite 100, Cordova, TN 38016 (901) 752-1980

ADD / ADHD, DEPRESSION, AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS

CHILD NEUROLOGY STEPHEN P. FULTON, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 848 Adams Avenue, Suite L400, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 287-7337

PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY STERN CARTIOVASCULAR

DR. NEERAJA YEDLAPATI, M.D.

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MEMPHIS DERMATOLOGY CLINIC

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always looked up to him, I was fascinated by him, and when I grew up, I wanted to be just like him.” That’s Dr. Gwen Beard, talking about her father, Dr. Harry Blumenfeld, a prominent Memphis

rheumatologist. So she set on her career path, first earning a bachelor’s degree in microbiology at the University of Tennessee and then following her husband-to-be to Kentucky, where she earned her medical degree from the University of Louisville.

While in med school, she discovered her special interest in dermatology. “It appealed to me because it’s kind of like solving a puzzle,” she says. “A lot of internal disease will have external manifestations, so there’s a lot of crossover with other fields of medicine. I knew I could help patients get to where they needed to be.”

Beard returned to UT for her internship and residency, then earned a fellowship to the University of Pennsylvania, where she trained under the noted dermatological

TANJALA T. GIPSON, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital 848 Adams Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103 (866) 870-5570 NEURODEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TUBEROUS SCLEROSIS

AMY L. MCGREGOR, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 848 Adams Avenue, Suite L400, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 287-7337 EPILEPSY

ROBIN L. MORGAN, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 848 Adams Avenue, Suite L400, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 287-7337 TOURETTE'S SYNDROME, AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS

NAMRATA S. SHAH, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists Neurology Clinic 848 Adams Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 287-7337 NEUROMUSCULAR DISORDERS, PEDIATRIC ONSET DEMYELINATING DISEASE, EPILEPSY

JAMES W. WHELESS, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 848 Adams Avenue, Suite L400, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 287-7337 EPILEPSY / SEIZURE DISORDERS

CLINICAL GENETICS JEWELL C. WARD, MD/PHD

In 1999, she returned to Memphis and joined Memphis Dermatology Clinic. Beard became a specialist in Mohs

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337

surgery, a pioneering micro-surgical technique that has become the gold standard for treating certain types of skin

INBORN ERRORS OF METABOLISM, METABOLIC GENETIC DISORDERS, PHENYLKETONURIA (PKU), REPRODUCTIVE GENETICS

cancer. This condition is a particularly common problem in the South, she says, “because people spend a lot of time

COLON & RECTAL SURGERY JOSHUA A. KATZ, MD

surgeon, Dr. Leonard Dzubow. “He was a great teacher and mentor,” she says, “and he taught me a lot about what it takes to be a good doctor.”

outdoors, and they don’t use sunscreen, or they use it improperly.” Other factors are the use of tanning beds and the depletion of the ozone layer.

During her career, Beard has noted significant advances in immunotherapy drugs, which can ward off psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and other auto-immune disorders. “Because of these developments, people don’t suffer the pain or embarrassment of these conditions,” she says, “and we’re even looking at other drugs that are promising good treatment for melanoma.”

Technological advances include new uses of laser and light therapy to treat tumors, birthmarks, unwanted hair, and acne scarring. Researchers are also exploring new procedures that could someday mean the removal of tumors without cutting into the skin. “So all this means an exciting time for the field of dermatology,” she says.

In 2016, Beard made a significant move. She joined four other dermatologists — all of them female — at Memphis Dermatology to purchase the clinic that had first opened in 1972. While still maintaining the Midtown location at Union and Kimbrough, in 2018 they opened a state-of-the-art branch in East Memphis.

“More and more women are working in dermatology,” she says. “It’s a nice lifestyle because you can work fulltime and still have a family, without constantly dealing with emergencies.” A medical crisis might involve post-operative bleeding, but that’s rare.

“I find this field offers the full package,” Beard says. “The patients are interesting and come from all lifestyles,” noting her clinic draws from Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Missouri. “I think we have a really great team here, and it’s a great place to be.” — Michael Finger

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Memphis Surgery Associates 6029 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 404, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 726-1056 INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE, COLON & RECTAL CANCER, ANORECTAL DISORDERS, LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY

JUSTIN MONROE, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis UT Surgical Oncology 6025 Walnut Grove, Suite 627, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 227-7330 COLON & RECTAL CANCER, INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE / CROHN'S, ULCERATIVE COLITIS, HEMORRHOIDS

RAYMOND STANIUNAS, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Medical Group Oncology Surgical Specialists 6029 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 210, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 226-2960 COLON & RECTAL CANCER & SURGERY, COLONOSCOPY, MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY, ROBOTIC SURGERY

DERMATOLOGY F. GWEN BEARD, MD

Memphis Dermatology Clinic 1455 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 726-6655 MOHS SURGERY, COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY

LUELLA G. CHURCHWELL, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Dermatology East 1335 Cordova Cove, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 753-2794

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DR. GWEN BEARD, M.D.

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MEMPHIS TOP DOCTORS 2022 ROBIN H. FRIEDMAN-MUSICANTE, MD Memphis Dermatology Clinic 1455 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 726-6655

MOHS SURGERY, COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY, SKIN CANCER

JOHN D. HUBER III, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Mid-South Dermatology 6644 Summer Knoll Circle, Barlett, TN 38134 (901) 372-4545

VIRGINIA S. OWEN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis MidSouth Imaging 7600 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 200, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 747-1000 NUCLEAR RADIOLOGY, MAMMOGRAPHY

KEITH A. TONKIN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis MidSouth Imaging 7600 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 200, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 747-1000

SKIN CANCER, MOHS SURGERY

CARDIAC IMAGING, THORACIC RADIOLOGY

Memphis Dermatology Clinic 1455 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 726-6655

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis MidSouth Imaging 7600 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 200, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 747-1000

FRANCES K. LAWHEAD, MD

SKIN CANCER, MOHS SURGERY, DERMATOLOGIC SURGERY

ALAN L. LEVY, MD

Levy Dermatology 6254 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 624-3333 COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY, MEDICAL DERMATOLOGY, MOHS SURGERY

PURVISHA J. PATEL, MD

Advanced Dermatology & Skin Cancer Associates 7658 Poplar Pike, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-2322 MOHS SURGERY

MALIKA TULI, MD

Mid-South Dermatology 6644 Summer Knoll Circle, Bartlett, TN 38134 (901) 372-4545 SKIN CANCER, MOHS SURGERY

DEVELOPMENTAL-BEHAVIOR AL PEDIATRICS TONI M. WHITAKER, MD Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS, DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, NEONATAL DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, DEVELOPMENTAL & BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS

DIAGNOSTIC R ADIOLOGY HARRIS L. COHEN, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Department of Radiology 848 Adams Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 287-6938 PEDIATRIC RADIOLOGY, FETAL ULTRASOUND / OBSTETRICAL IMAGING, ULTRASOUND, CT BODY SCAN

SHANNON M. GULLA, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women MidSouth Imaging 7600 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 200, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 747-1000 CARDIOTHORACIC RADIOLOGY, MAMMOGRAPHY

SUE C. KASTE, DO

DEXTER H. WITTE III, MD

MUSCULOSKELETAL IMAGING

ENDOCRINOLOGY, DIABETES & METABOLISM A. JAY COHEN, MD Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Medical Group - The Endocrine Clinic 5659 South Rex Road, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 763-3636 DIABETES

MAHER GHAWJI, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Endocrinology Associates of Memphis 6027 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 307, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 681-0346 REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY

KASHIF A. LATIF, MD

AM Diabetes & Endocrinology Center 3025 Kate Bond Road, Bartlett, TN 38133 (901) 384-0065 DIABETES - ADULT & PEDIATRIC, WEIGHT MANAGEMENT, DIABETES CLINICAL TRIALS, THYROID DISORDERS

LISA M. MYERS, MD

Endocrinology and Diabetes Specialists 1920 Kirby Parkway, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 334-5464 DIABETES

FAMILY MEDICINE PATRICK A. BALL, DO

Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Desoto Primary Care Associates 7736 Airways Boulevard, Southaven, MS 38671 (662) 772-5222

WILLIAM R. DREWRY, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Memphis Medical Specialists 6005 Park Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 761-2100

IKECHUKWU EMEREUWAONU, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women 8045 Club Parkway, Memphis, TN 38106 (901) 249-0847

PRESTON G. GIVENS, MD

BONE DENSITY IN PEDIATRIC CANCER, PEDIATRIC RADIOLOGY

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Methodist Medical Group 9047 Poplar Avenue, Suite 105, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 752-2300

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis MidSouth Imaging 7600 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 200, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 747-1000

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Jackson-Randle Family Healthcare 5142 Stage Road, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38134 (901) 382-2040

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Department of Diagnostic Imaging 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 595-3347

JAMES E. MACHIN, MD

ULTRASOUND, MRI, CT BODY SCAN

ROBERT J. OPTICAN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis MidSouth Imaging 7600 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 200, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 747-1000 CANCER IMAGING

ERICKA L. GUNN-HILL, MD

LEE W. MCCALLUM, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Methodist Medical Group 8115 Country Village Drive, Cordova, TN 38016 (901) 752-2300

CALVIN J. MULLINS, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Methodist Medical Group 8115 Country Village Drive, Cordova, TN 38016 (901) 752-2300

APARNA K. MURTI, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Methodist Medical Group 2589 Appling Road, Suite 101, Bartlett, TN 38133 (901) 752-2300 PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

MICHAEL C. WALLACE, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis BMG Family Physicians Group Foundation 7685 Winchester Road, Memphis, TN 38125 (901) 752-6963

MAGDI S.WASSEF, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto, Southaven Internal Medicine 7680 Airways Boulevard, Southaven, MS 38671 (662) 349-1999 PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

CHARLES J. WOODALL, MD

BMG Family Physicians Group Foundation 7685 Winchester Road, Memphis, TN 38125 (901) 752-6963

GASTROENTEROLOGY ALEX E. BAUM, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Gastro One 3350 North Germantown Road, Bartlett, TN 38133 (901) 377-2111 ENDOSCOPIC ULTRASOUND

PAUL S. BIERMAN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Gastrointestinal Specialists Foundation 80 Humphreys Center Drive, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 761-3900 ULCERATIVE COLITIS / CROHN'S, BARRETT'S ESOPHAGUS, BILIARY DISEASE, CAPSULE ENDOSCOPY

MICHAEL S. DRAGUTSKY, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist North Hospital Gastro One 1324 Wolf Park Drive, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 755-9110

RAIF W. ELSAKR, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Gastro One 3350 North Germantown Road, Bartlett, TN 38133 (901) 377-2111

KENNETH I. FIELDS, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Gastrointestinal Specialists Foundation 80 Humphreys Center Drive, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 761-3900 ENDOSCOPY, GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE (GERD), COLON CANCER SCREENING, GASTROINTESTINAL DISORDERS

IAN T. GAILLARD, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Medical Group - Gastroenterology 3725 Champion Hills Drive, Suite 2400, Memphis, TN 38125 (901) 367-9001 COLON CANCER SCREENING

CHRISTOPHER M. GRIFFITH, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Gastro One 7668 Airways Boulevard, Building B, Southaven, MS 38671 (901) 766-9490

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s a child living on his parents’ farm in upstate New York, taking care of the animals and searching for fossils on the property, Dr. Paul Bierman discovered his love for geology,

biology, and anything else to do with science. So it’s no surprise that at the age of 5, equipped with a play doctor kit, he knew just what he aimed to do with his life. “I actually consider myself lucky that I always wanted to be a doctor,” he says.

After earning his bachelor’s degree at the University of Pennsylvania, Bierman graduated from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency and gastrointestinal fellowship in Miami, where his family relocated while he was a teen. After interviewing up and down the East Coast, Bierman found an opportunity in Memphis with a guaranteed partnership after two years. He couldn’t pass it up. “[My wife and I] fell in love with Memphis,” he says. “We’ve been here 26

years now, and I’m still at my same job.”

Initially, Bierman, one of six physicians at Gastrointestinal Specialists Foundation, thought he’d be a surgeon. “I always liked the technical aspects of medicine,” he says, “but I also really enjoy the clinical side. … GI was the best of both worlds because I still take care of patients every day and treat medical issues like cirrhosis and pancreatic disease. I also get to do surgeries, colonoscopies, upper endoscopies, and liver biopsies. Half of the time I’m in the O.R.; half of the time I’m in the office seeing patients.”

This balance between the technical and the personal has been integral in Bierman’s interactions with patients as he seeks to understand the social and emotional aspects of their lives in addition to any physical ailments.

“We can’t separate our emotional state from our physical state,” he says. “Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea — so much of that is stress-related, and we all live such stressful lives and we expect so much out of ourselves. Often it shows up in our stomachs and in our bowels.” Hope, Bierman has learned throughout his career, is one of the most important treatments he can offer.

Meanwhile, in the operating room, Bierman has witnessed ever-continuing technological advancements, from high-definition scopes to PillCams, video cameras “about the size of a vitamin pill,” that when swallowed travel through the intestines and capture images while inside. This advancement in screening has allowed for better diagnosis and treatment of digestive-system issues like colon cancer.

Of course, Bierman admits, diseases like that can only be prevented when the patient takes the first step, like having a colonoscopy once they turn 45. “But people don’t know about it,” he says, “or haven’t been told by their doctors, or they don’t want to” — the list goes on why someone might avoid a screening — “so that’s always a challenge, getting people to listen to their gut and know when it’s time to see a doctor.” — Abigail Morici

SATHEESH P. NAIR, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Methodist Physicians Transplant Institute 1265 Union Avenue, 4 Shorb, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 478-9183 TRANSPLANT MEDICINE - LIVER

RAJESH RAMACHANDRAN, MD

Gastro One 8000 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 200, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 747-3630 CANCER PREVENTION, ENDOSCOPY, ENDOSCOPIC ULTRASOUND, ENDOSCOPIC RETROGRADE CHOLANGIOPANCREATOGRAPHY

BRYAN F. THOMPSON, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Gastro One 8000 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 200, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 747-3630

ROBERT S. WOOTEN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Gastro One 1324 Wolf Park Drive, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 755-9110 CELIAC DISEASE, CROHN'S DISEASE

ZIAD H. YOUNES, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Gastro One 2999 Centre Oak Way, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 684-5500 ENDOSCOPY & COLONOSCOPY, INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE

GERIATRIC MEDICINE ROBERT BURNS, MD

Oak Street Health 2714 Union Avenue Extended, Suite 150, Memphis, TN 38112 (901) 725-0872 DEMENTIA

GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY JOSEPH T. SANTOSO, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Gynecologic Surgical Specialists 80 Humphreys Center Drive, Suite 202, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 226-4280 OVARIAN CANCER, CERVICAL CANCER, UTERINE CANCER

LINDA M. SMILEY, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38138 (901) 683-0055 CERVICAL CANCER, UTERINE CANCER, OVARIAN CANCER

HAND SURGERY JAMES H. CALANDRUCCIO, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Campbell Clinic 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3111 HAND & UPPER EXTREMITY SURGERY

DAVID L. CANNON, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Campbell Clinic 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3111 HAND & WRIST SURGERY

R. JEFFREY COLE, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital OrthoSouth 6286 Briarcrest Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 259-1600 HAND & UPPER EXTREMITY SURGERY, SPORTS INJURIES, TRAUMA, CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME

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DR. PAUL BIERMAN, M.D.

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MEMPHIS TOP DOCTORS 2022 BENJAMIN M. MAUCK, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Campbell Clinic 1458 West Poplar Avenue, Suite 100, Collierville, TN 38017 (901) 759-3111 HAND & WRIST SURGERY, ELBOW SURGERY, SPORTS INJURIES, PEDIATRIC HAND SURGERY

NORFLEET B. THOMPSON, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Campbell Clinic 7545 Airways Boulevard, Southaven, MS 38671 (901) 759-3111 HAND & WRIST SURGERY, ELBOW SURGERY

HEMATOLOGY RAMAKRISHNA BATTINI, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 683-0055 LUNG CANCER, GASTROINTESTINAL CANCER, HEMATOLOGIC DISORDERS IN CANCER PATIENTS

INFECTIOUS DISEASE SHIRIN MAZUMDER, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Medical Group - Infectious Disease 1325 Eastmoreland Avenue, Suite 370, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 758-7888 HIV

MICHAEL G. THRELKELD, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Threlkeld Infectious Disease 6029 Walnut Grove, Suite C002, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 685-3490

STEPHEN C. THRELKELD, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Threlkeld Infectious Disease 6029 Walnut Grove, Suite C002, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 685-3490

INTERNAL MEDICINE JOAN MICHELLE ALLMON, MD

Aim Allmon Internal Medicine 526 Halle Park Drive, Collierville, TN 38017 (901) 910-3246 PREVENTIVE MEDICINE, DIABETES, HYPERTENSION, WOMEN'S HEALTH

GEORGE CHU, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Mid-South Internal Medicine 7550 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 767-5000

MARTHA N. TAYLOR, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Methodist Medical Group 7690 Wolf River Circle, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 756-1231

NATASCHA S. THOMPSON, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis University of Tennessee Medical Center Baptist Medical Group - Internal Medicine 8040 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 227-7900

CATHERINE R. WOMACK, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Medical Group - Internal Medicine 8040 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 227-7900 WOMEN'S HEALTH, PREVENTIVE MEDICINE, OBESITY

INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY SHADWAN F. ALSAFWAH, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist South Hospital UT Methodist Physicians, Department of Cardiology 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 965, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 435-8550

PRANAB DAS, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Cardiology Associates 6005 Park Avenue, Suite 500B, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 683-6925

CLARO F. DIAZ, MD

Methodist North Hospital Sutherland Cardiology Clinic 3950 New Covington Pike, Suite 220, Memphis, TN 38128 (901) 763-0200 PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE, INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY, CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE

RAMI N. KHOUZAM, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis UT Methodist Physicians Department of Cardiology 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 965, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 435-8550

MICHAEL A. NELSON, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Proactive Heart & Vein Center 7751 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 297-4000 ANGIOPLASTY & STENT PLACEMENT, CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION, PREVENTIVE CARDIOLOGY, ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY

BASIL M. PAULUS, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Stern Cardiovascular 8060 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 271-1000

GREGORY K. JENKINS, MD

CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION, ANGIOPLASTY & STENT PLACEMENT, HEART VALVE DISEASE, PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE

CHARLES W. MUNN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto, Stern Cardiovascular 391 Southcrest Circle, Suite 200, Southaven, MS 38671 (901) 271-1000

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Medical Group - Internal Medicine 7205 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 100, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 684-1322 Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Medical Group 6570 Summer Oaks Cove, Bartlett, TN 38134 (901) 373-7100

H. HOWARD NEASE, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Medical Group - Internal Medicine 7205 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 260-3100 PREVENTIVE MEDICINE, DIABETES, HYPERTENSION

SHELLEY R. OST, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Medical Group - Internal Medicine 8040 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 227-7900

DONALD S. GRAVENOR, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Cancer Center 6029 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 301, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 747-9081 LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA, LYMPHOMA, NON-HODGKIN'S, MULTIPLE MYELOMA

ALEKSANDAR JANKOV, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Cancer Center 6029 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 301, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 747-9081

C. MICHAEL JONES, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Cancer Center 80 Humphreys Center Drive, Suite 330, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 752-6131

PHILIP E. LAMMERS, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Hospital Bartlett Baptist Cancer Center - Bartlett 3155 Kirby Whitten Road, Bartlett, TN 38134 (901) 379-0092 BREAST CANCER, CLINICAL TRIALS

MICHAEL G. MARTIN, MD

Regional One Health West Cancer Center 1588 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 300-1562 HEMATOLOGY

RAYMOND U. OSAROGIAGBON, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Baptist Cancer Center 80 Humphreys Center Drive, Suite 330, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 752-6131 ESOPHAGEAL CANCER, LUNG CANCER, GASTROINTESTINAL CANCER

SYLVIA S. RICHEY, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 683-0055 BREAST CANCER

BRADLEY G. SOMER, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Methodist University Hospital - Memphis West Cancer Center 7668 Airways Boulevard, Southaven, MS 38671 (662) 349-9556 GASTROINTESTINAL CANCER, PROSTATE CANCER, GENITOURINARY CANCER, BREAST CANCER

G. GARY TIAN, MD/PHD

GILBERT J. ZOGHBI, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 683-0055

CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE - COMPLEX, CAROTID ARTERY DISEASE, PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE, ATRIAL SEPTAL DEFECT

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 683-0055

MEDICAL ONCOLOGY JASON C. CHANDLER, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38138 (901) 683-0055 DRUG DEVELOPMENT, TARGETED THERAPIES, CLINICAL TRIALS

CARMEL S. VERRIER, MD/PHD

BREAST CANCER, HEMATOLOGIC MALIGNANCIES

GREGORY VIDAL, MD/PHD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 683-0055 BREAST CANCER, BREAST CANCER - NOVEL THERAPIES, DRUG DEVELOPMENT

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MEMPHIS TOP DOCTORS 2022 ALBERT EARLE WEEKS, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Weeks Cancer Center 6584 Poplar Avenue, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38138 (901) 300-6713 HEMATOLOGY

NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY KENAN ARNAUTOVIC, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Semmes Murphey Clinic 6325 Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 522-7700

NEONATAL-PERINATAL MEDICINE RAMASUBBAREDDY DHANIREDDY, MD

CHIARI MALFORMATIONS, ACOUSTIC NEUROMA / SCHWANNOMA, SKULL BASE SURGERY, BRAIN & SPINAL CORD TUMORS

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Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Semmes Murphey Clinic 6325 Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 522-7700

Regional One Health Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Regional One Health Newborn Center 853 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 201, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 448-4750

AJAY J. TALATI, MD

Regional One Health Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Regional One Health Newborn Center 853 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 201, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 448-5950 NEONATAL CARE, INFECTIONS - NEONATAL, PREMATURITY / LOW BIRTH WEIGHT INFANTS, NEONATAL NUTRITION

NEPHROLOGY VASANTHI BALARAMAN, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis James D. Eason Transplant Institute 1265 Union Avenue, 4 Shorb, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 478-9183 TRANSPLANT MEDICINE

FADI DAHER, MD

Methodist North Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Kidney Group of Memphis 2225 Union Avenue, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 726-1161 KIDNEY DISEASE - ACUTE, KIDNEY DISEASE - CHRONIC

LYNN EBAUGH, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville East Memphis Nephrology 7640 Wolf River Circle, Floor 2, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 755-0208

OMAR O. HAMZE, MD

Methodist North Hospital Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett Kidney Care Consultants 2743 Summer Oaks Drive, Memphis, TN 38128 (901) 382-5256 KIDNEY FAILURE, HYPERTENSION, DIABETIC KIDNEY DISEASE, DIALYSIS CARE

NAWAR E. MANSOUR, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Kidney Specialists 1325 Eastmoreland Road, Suite 335, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 726-1199

REHAN SHAFIQUE, MD

Methodist North Hospital Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett Kidney Care Consultants 2743 Summer Oaks Drive, Bartlett, TN 38134 (901) 382-5256 KIDNEY DISEASE - ACUTE, KIDNEY DISEASE CHRONIC, TRANSPLANT MEDICINE - KIDNEY

MARC H. STEGMAN, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Kidney Group of Memphis 2225 Union Avenue, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 726-1161

ADAM S. ARTHUR, MD

CEREBROVASCULAR NEUROSURGERY, ENDOVASCULAR SURGERY, STROKE, ANEURYSM

KEVIN T. FOLEY, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Semmes Murphey Clinic 6325 Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 522-7700 SPINAL SURGERY, MINIMALLY INVASIVE SPINAL SURGERY

DANIEL A. HOIT, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Semmes Murphey Clinic 6325 Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 522-7700 ANEURYSM

PAUL KLIMO JR., MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Semmes Murphey Clinic 6325 Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 522-7700

VISHAD KUMAR, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Semmes Murphey Clinic 6325 Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 522-7700

MARK S. LEDOUX, MD/PHD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Veracity Neuroscience 5050 Poplar Avenue, Suite 511, Memphis, TN 38157 (901) 443-9170 PARKINSON'S DISEASE / MOVEMENT DISORDERS, DYSTONIA, BOTOX, DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION

JESUS F. MARTINEZ, MD

Regional One Health Regional One Health - Neurology 6555 Quince Road, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 515-3150 EPILEPSY

BARBARA CAPE O'BRIEN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Neurology Clinic 8000 Centerview Parkway, Suite 500, Cordova, TN 38018 (901) 747-1111 ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE, MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

LEE S. STEIN, MD

Neurology Clinic 8000 Centerview Parkway, Suite 500, Cordova, TN 38018 (901) 747-1111 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS, EPILEPSY

RANCE B. WILBOURN, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Lifestyle Neurology 2215 West Street, Suite 100, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 440-8482

PEDIATRIC NEUROSURGERY, BRAIN & SPINAL TUMORS

MIGRAINE, ADD / ADHD, BOTOX, SEIZURE DISORDERS

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Semmes Murphey Clinic 6325 Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 522-7700

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Mid-South Pulmonary Specialists 5050 Poplar Avenue, Suite 700, Memphis, TN 38157 (901) 276-2662

JEFFREY M. SORENSON, MD

BRAIN TUMORS, MENINGIOMA

NEUROLOGY TULIO E. BERTORINI, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Semmes Murphey Clinic 6325 Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 522-7700 CLINICAL NEUROPHYSIOLOGY, NEUROMUSCULAR DISORDERS, ELECTROMYOGRAPHY (EMG)

MERRILL S. WISE III, MD

SLEEP DISORDERS

NEUROR ADIOLOGY DAVID E. BUECHNER, MD

Spectrum Pain Clinics 8132 Cordova Road, Cordova, TN 38016 (901) 405-6470 INTERVENTIONAL NEURORADIOLOGY

STEPHEN DAVID MORRIS, MD

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Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis MidSouth Imaging 7600 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 200, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 747-1000

EPILEPSY, SLEEP DISORDERS

OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY LANETTA ANDERSON, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Mid-South Neurology Clinic 8577 Cordes Circle, Germantown, TN 38139 (901) 590-0886

LUCAS ELIJOVICH, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Semmes Murphey Clinic 6325 Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 522-7700 VASCULAR NEUROLOGY

VIOLIZA INOA ACOSTA, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Regional One Health Semmes Murphey Clinic 6325 Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 522-7700 VASCULAR NEUROLOGY, STROKE / CEREBROVASCULAR DISEASE

ANEURYSM

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Womens Physicians Group 7705 Poplar Avenue, B Building, Suite 110, Memphis, TN 38138 (901) 273-1190

B. TODD CHAPPELL, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Adams Patterson Gynecology & Obstetrics 1727 Kirby Parkway, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 767-3810 PREGNANCY - HIGH RISK, MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY

HEATHER PEARSON CHAUHAN, MD

Exceed Hormone Specialists 7512 Second Street, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 312-7899 HORMONAL DISORDERS

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MEMPHIS TOP DOCTORS 2022 REGINA G. HEALY, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Adams Patterson Gynecology & Obstetrics 1727 Kirby Parkway, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 767-3810 PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

CANDACE HINOTE, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women MidSouth OB/GYN 6215 Humphrys Boulevard, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 747-1234 OBSTETRICS, MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY

T. FRANKLIN KING, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Adams Patterson Gynecology & Obstetrics 1727 Kirby Parkway, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 767-3810 PREGNANCY - HIGH RISK, PELVIC SURGERY

FRANK W. LING, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Women's Health Specialists 7800 Wolf Trail Cove, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 682-9222 PAIN - PELVIC & PERINEAL, VULVAR & VAGINAL DISORDERS, MENSTRUAL DISORDERS

CLAUDETTE J. SHEPHARD, MD

Regional One Health Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Regional One Health Outpatient Center 880 Madison Avenue, Suite 3E01, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 515-3800 ADOLESCENT GYNECOLOGY

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Methodist University Hospital - Memphis University Clinical Health Hamilton Eye Institute 930 Madison Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 448-6650 CORNEAL DISEASE & TRANSPLANT, LASIK - REFRACTIVE SURGERY, CATARACT SURGERY, KERATOCONUS

JORGE I. CALZADA, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Deep Blue Retina 7900 Airways Boulevard, Building A, Suite 1, Southaven, MS 38671 (901) 522-6520 RETINAL DISORDERS, RETINAL DETACHMENT, MACULAR DEGENERATION, DIABETIC EYE DISEASE / RETINOPATHY

LAUREN C. DITTA, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital University Clinical Health Hamilton Eye Institute 930 Madison Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 287-7337 PEDIATRIC OPHTHALMOLOGY, PEDIATRIC NEURO-OPHTHALMOLOGY

JAMES F. FREEMAN, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis MECA Eye & Laser Center 6485 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 767-3937 CATARACT SURGERY, GLAUCOMA, CORNEA TRANSPLANT, LASER SURGERY

SUBBA R. GOLLAMUDI, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis VRF Eye Specialty Group 825 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 685-2200 CORNEAL DISEASE, CATARACT SURGERY

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MEMPHIS TOP DOCTORS 2022 MARY E. HOEHN, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital University Clinical Health Hamilton Eye Institute 930 Madison Avenue, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 287-7337

DAVID A. DENEKA, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis OrthoSouth 6286 Briarcrest Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 259-1600

PEDIATRIC OPHTHALMOLOGY, STRABISMUS

SPORTS MEDICINE, ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY - KNEE, ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY - SHOULDER, ADOLESCENT SPORTS MEDICINE

University of Tennessee Medical Center University Clinical Health Hamilton Eye Institute 930 Madison Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 448-6650

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville OrthoOne Sports Medicine 99 Market Center Drive, Collierville, TN 38017 (901) 861-9610

BRIAN JERKINS, MD

GLAUCOMA

NATALIE C. KERR, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital University Clinical Health Hamilton Eye Institute 930 Madison Avenue, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 287-7337

JEFFREY A. DLABACH, MD

SPORTS MEDICINE, ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY

JAMES L. GUYTON, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Campbell Clinic 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3111 JOINT REPLACEMENT

ROLANDO TOYOS, MD

TriStar Skyline Medical Center Toyos Clinic 6465 North Quail Hollow Road, Germantown, TN 38120 (901) 683-7255 LASIK - REFRACTIVE SURGERY, CATARACT SURGERY, DRY EYE SYNDROME

MATTHEW W. WILSON, MD

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis University Clinical Health Hamilton Eye Institute 930 Madison Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 448-6650 EYE TUMORS / CANCER, RETINOBLASTOMA, MELANOMA - OCULAR

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY FREDERICK M. AZAR, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Campbell Clinic 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3111 SHOULDER SURGERY, ROTATOR CUFF SURGERY

JAMES H. BEATY, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Campbell Clinic 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3111 PEDIATRIC ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY, FRACTURES PEDIATRIC, HIP DISORDERS - PEDIATRIC, CLUBFOOT

CLAYTON C. BETTIN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Campbell Clinic 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 500, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 759-3111 FOOT & ANKLE SURGERY, CHARCOT FOOT, ARTHRITIS, TRAUMA

JOHN R. CROCKARELL JR., MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Campbell Clinic 1458 West Poplar Avenue, Suite 100, Collierville, TN 38017 (901) 759-3111 HIP & KNEE REPLACEMENT

DAVID D. SPENCE, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Campbell Clinic 7887 Wolf River Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3100

JOINT REPLACEMENT

ROBERT K. HECK JR., MD

RETINA / VITREOUS SURGERY

PEDIATRIC ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY, SCOLIOSIS, SPINAL DEFORMITY - PEDIATRIC, SPINAL TRAUMA

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Campbell Clinic 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3100

RICHARD E. SIEVERS, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Mid-South Retina Associates 6005 Park Avenue, Suite 624-B, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 682-1100

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Campbell Clinic 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3111

PEDIATRIC ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY, PEDIATRIC SPORTS MEDICINE, ADOLESCENT SPORTS MEDICINE, HIP DISORDERS - PEDIATRIC

KEVIN E. RICE, MD

Rice Eye Associates 6238 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 761-4292

FOOT & ANKLE SURGERY

JEFFREY R. SAWYER, MD

JAMES W. HARKESS, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Campbell Clinic 1458 West Poplar Avenue, Suite 100, Collierville, TN 38017 (901) 759-3100

PEDIATRIC OPHTHALMOLOGY, STRABISMUS, CATARACT - PEDIATRIC, GENETIC DISORDERS - EYE

DAVID R. RICHARDSON, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Campbell Clinic 7545 Airways Boulevard, Southaven, MS 38671 (901) 759-3100

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Campbell Clinic 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 500, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 759-3100 MUSCULOSKELETAL CANCER, JOINT REPLACEMENT

DEREK M. KELLY, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Campbell Clinic 1458 West Poplar Avenue, Suite 100, Collierville, TN 38017 (901) 759-3111 PEDIATRIC ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY, SPORTS INJURIES, FRACTURES, LIMB DEFORMITIES

JOHN J. LOCHEMES, MD

THOMAS W. THROCKMORTON, MD

SHOULDER & ELBOW SURGERY

WILLIAM C. WARNER JR., MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Campbell Clinic 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3111 PEDIATRIC ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY, SPINAL SURGERY, SCOLIOSIS, MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY

JOHN C. WEINLEIN IV, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Campbell Clinic 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 500, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 759-3100 TRAUMA

KENNETH S. WEISS, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Titan Orthopedics 795 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Suite 103, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 255-6532

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital OrthoSouth 6286 Briarcrest Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 259-1600

SPORTS MEDICINE, FOOT & ANKLE SURGERY, ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY - KNEE, ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY - SHOULDER

SPORTS INJURIES, ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY, MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY

G. ANDREW MURPHY, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Campbell Clinic 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3111 FOOT & ANKLE SURGERY

MICHAEL D. NEEL, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital OrthoSouth 6286 Briarcrest Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 259-1600 MUSCULOSKELETAL CANCER, HIP & KNEE RECONSTRUCTION, ARTHRITIS

BARRY B. PHILLIPS, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis, Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Campbell Clinic 1400 South Germantown Road, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 759-3100 SHOULDER & ELBOW SURGERY, KNEE SURGERY, SPORTS MEDICINE

ROBERT M. PICKERING, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville OrthoOne Sports Medicine 99 Market Center Drive, Collierville, TN 38017 (901) 861-9610

OTOL ARYNGOLOGY NEAL S. BECKFORD, MD

University of Tennessee Medical Center Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Medical Group 7675 Wolf River Circle, Suite 202, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 737-3021 VOCAL CORD DISORDERS, LARYNGEAL & VOICE DISORDERS

JEFFREY J. CUNNINGHAM, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Northwest Mississippi Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery 7165 Getwell Road, Building H, Suite 1, Southaven, MS 38672 (662) 349-7676

BRUCE L. FETTERMAN, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Mid-South Ear, Nose & Throat 7600 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 220, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 755-5300 NEURO-OTOLOGY

M. BOYD GILLESPIE, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Baptist Memorial Group Otolaryngology Specialists 7675 Wolf River Circle, Suite 202, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 737-3021 HEAD & NECK CANCER, SLEEP DISORDERS, AIRWAY DISORDERS, THYROID DISORDERS

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Errol Lewis

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David Martineau

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S. David Morris

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Dr. David B. Cohen

MEMPHIS TOP DOCTORS 2022 JOHN P. GLEYSTEEN, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis, Methodist Medical Group 1325 Eastmoreland Avenue, Suite 260, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 272-6051 HEAD & NECK CANCER & SURGERY

DEAN A. KLUG, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Mid-South Ear, Nose & Throat 7600 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 220, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 755-5300 SINUS DISORDERS

VICTORIA L. LIM, MD

901.747.1007

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2019, 2020, 2021, & 2022 TOP DOC / NEPHROLOGY

Fadi Daher M.D. Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Nephrology Certified Specialist in Clinical Hypertension

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Shea Clinic 6133 Poplar Pike, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 761-9720 SINUS DISORDERS / SURGERY, PEDIATRIC OTOLARYNGOLOGY, EAR DISORDERS

SRI I. NAIDU, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Collierville Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Mid-South Ear, Nose & Throat 7600 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 220, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 755-5300 PEDIATRIC & ADULT OTOLARYNGOLOGY

SANJEET RANGARAJAN, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Cresthaven UCH Otolaryngology 1068 Cresthaven Road, Suite 250, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 866-8384 RHINOLOGY, SKULL BASE SURGERY

COURTNEY B. SHIRES, MD

West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 683-0055 HEAD & NECK CANCER

ROBERT YAWN, MD

The Kidney Group of Memphis, PLLC Office locations: Cordova • Midtown Millington • North Memphis Call for an appointment Monday thru Friday Phone number (901) 726-1161

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis, UTMP Head and Neck Surgery 1325 Eastmoreland Avenue, Suite 260, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 272-6051 HEARING LOSS, OTOLOGY & NEURO-OTOLOGY

OTOL ARYNGOLOGY / FACIAL PL ASTIC SURGERY PHILLIP R. LANGSDON, MD Methodist University Hospital - Memphis The Langsdon Clinic 7499 Poplar Pike, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 755-6465 FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY, RHINOPLASTY REVISION, FACIAL COSMETIC SURGERY, OTOLOGY

PAIN MEDICINE ALAN J. KRAUS, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Memphis Interventional Pain Group 2028 West Poplar Avenue, Suite 102, Collierville, TN 38017 (901) 754-3365 PAIN - INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES, STEM CELL THERAPY, PAIN - LOW BACK, PAIN - NECK

MOACIR SCHNAPP, MD

Mays & Schnapp Neurospine and Pain 55 Humphreys Center Drive, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 747-0040 PAIN - INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES, PAIN - NEUROPATHIC

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PATHOLOGY DAVID BOSTWICK, MD

Poplar Healthcare 3495 Hacks Cross Road, Memphis, TN 38125 (901) 526-7444 UROLOGIC PATHOLOGY, PROSTATE CANCER, BLADDER CANCER, GASTROINTESTINAL PATHOLOGY

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Consolidated Medical Practices of Memphis, PLLC CMPM, a “group practice without walls,” was established in 2008 to provide compassionate, convenient, and efficient care for those in the Mid-South. Since its formation CMPM has grown to 39 physicians in multiple specialties located across the area, from Midtown to Oakland. The physicians enjoy practice autonomy while benefiting from the economies of scale and scope provided by a larger group. With its network of nationally recognized physicians, nurse practitioners and health care providers, CMPM strives to provide compassionate, outstanding and personalized care to those living in Shelby County and the surrounding areas.

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MEMPHIS TOP DOCTORS 2022 PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY BENJAMIN S. HENDRICKSON, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Floor 2, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE

VIJAYA M. JOSHI, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Floor 2, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY, FETAL CARDIOLOGY, EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY, NEONATAL CARDIOLOGY

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ANTHONY C. MERLOCCO, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Le Bonheur Outpatient Center 51 North Dunlap Street, 2nd Floor, Memphis, TN 38105 (866) 870-5570 CARDIAC IMAGING

J. KEVIN STAMPS, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Memphis Pediatric Heart 80 Humphreys Center Drive, Suite 230, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 259-2440

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CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE, ARRHYTHMIAS, MARFAN SYNDROME

NITHYA SWAMINATHAN, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Outpatient Center 51 North Dunlap Street, 2nd Floor, Memphis, TN 38105 (866) 870-5570

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JEFFREY A. TOWBIN, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Floor 2, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 CARDIOMYOPATHY, CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE, TRANSPLANT MEDICINE - HEART

BENJAMIN R. WALLER III, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Floor 2, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE

GLENN THOMAS WETZEL, MD/PHD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Le Bonheur Outpatient Center 51 North Dunlap Street, 2nd Floor, Memphis, TN 38105 (866) 870-5570

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CARDIOMYOPATHY, TRANSPLANT MEDICINE - HEART, ARRHYTHMIAS

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Memphis Children’s Clinic is all about

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Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337

PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY ALICIA M. DIAZ-THOMAS, MD

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Family Medicine

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PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY DENNIS D. BLACK, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 NUTRITION, OBESITY, LIVER DISEASE, CHOLESTEROL / LIPID DISORDERS

MARK R. CORKINS, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 NUTRITION, INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE, CELIAC DISEASE

JOHN K. ESHUN, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337

PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY - ONCOLOGY AMAR J. GAJJAR, MD St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Le Bonheur Children's Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Department of Oncology 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 595-4599 BRAIN TUMORS, MEDULLOBLASTOMA, NEUROONCOLOGY, DRUG DEVELOPMENT

ALBERTO S. PAPPO, MD

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Le Bonheur Children's Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Department of Oncology 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 595-2322 SARCOMA - SOFT TISSUE, MELANOMA, GASTROINTESTINAL STROMAL TUMORS

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CHING-HON PUI, MD

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Department of Oncology 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 595-6146 LEUKEMIA, LYMPHOMA

RAUL C. RIBEIRO, MD

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Department of Oncology 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 595-3694 LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA

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VICTOR M. SANTANA, MD

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Global Pediatric Medicine 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 595-4055 SOLID TUMORS, CLINICAL TRIALS, ETHICS

PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY JOHN J. BISSLER, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 KIDNEY DISEASE

MARGARET C. HASTINGS, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337

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“I’ve never been so scared, but you put my mind at ease.

Thank you.”

MAGGIE LEWIS Thankful mother

When you’re a mother in crisis, you don’t think about the state-of-the-art technology or the decades of training that will save you. You think about your children. When Maggie began hemorrhaging at home, she thought she may never see them again. But her outlook changed as soon as she arrived at Methodist. From the front desk receptionist to the operating room staff, each Associate eased her fears with their quick responses, skilled treatment and individually focused care.

At Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare, we don’t just provide exceptional healthcare, we give every patient the comfort, support and care they deserve.

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MEMPHIS TOP DOCTORS 2022 PEDIATRIC OTOL ARYNGOLOGY C. BRUCE MACDONALD, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 HEAD & NECK SURGERY, NEURO-OTOLOGY, EAR DISORDERS / SURGERY

JENNIFER D. MCLEVY-BAZZANELLA, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite G10, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 AIRWAY DISORDERS, SWALLOWING DISORDERS, EAR RECONSTRUCTION / MICROTIA

ROSE MARY STOCKS, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Le Bonheur Outpatient Center 51 North Dunlap Street, 1st Floor, Memphis, TN 38105 (866) 870-5570

JEROME W. THOMPSON, MD

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PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY PATRICIA J. DUBIN, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 ASTHMA, SLEEP DISORDERS / APNEA

JONATHAN D. FINDER, MD

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Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 LUNG DISEASE, PULMONARY COMPLICATIONS, SICKLE CELL DISEASE

TONIA E. GARDNER, MD

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JAMES D. TUTOR, MD

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PEDIATRIC RHEUMATOLOGY LINDA K. MYERS, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Rheumatology + Dermatology Associates, P.C. 8143 Walnut Grove Road, Cordova, TN 38018 (901) 753-0168 JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, JUVENILE ARTHRITIS

PEDIATRIC SURGERY ANDREW M. DAVIDOFF, MD

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Le Bonheur Children's Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Department of Surgery 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 595-4060 NEUROBLASTOMA, CANCER SURGERY

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MEMPHIS TOP DOCTORS 2022 JAMES W. EUBANKS III, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Floor 2, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337 MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY, CHEST WALL DEFORMITIES, PEDIATRIC CANCERS, TRAUMA

TIMOTHY JANCELEWICZ, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Le Bonheur Outpatient Center 100 North Humphreys Boulevard, Memphis, TN 38120 (866) 870-5570 NEONATAL SURGERY, CONGENITAL DIAPHRAGMATIC HERNIA (CDH), MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY, FETAL SURGERY

PEDIATRIC UROLOGY DANA W. GIEL, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337

DAWN H. SCOTT, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Pediatric Consultants 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 310, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 523-2945

STEPHEN P. STANCIL, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Memphis Children's Clinic 3155 Kirby Whitten Road, Bartlett, TN 38134 (901) 379-0092

ELLEN J. STECKER, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital River City Pediatrics 6401 Poplar Avenue, Suite 610, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 761-1280

JASON YAUN, MD

NEUROGENIC BLADDER, WILMS' TUMOR

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Le Bonheur Outpatient Center 51 North Dunlap Street, Floor 4, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Cosmetic Surgery Specialists of Memphis 6401 Poplar Avenue, Suite 360, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 752-1412

GERALD R. JERKINS, MD

URINARY RECONSTRUCTION, NEUROGENIC BLADDER

PEDIATRICS STEPHEN T. BAUCH, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Memphis Children's Clinic 3155 Kirby Whitten, Bartlett, TN 38134 (901) 379-0092

JANET D. GEIGER, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis, Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital River City Pediatrics 6401 Poplar Avenue, Suite 610, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 761-1280

TIMOTHY G. GILLESPIE, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Memphis Children's Clinic 1129 Hale Road, Memphis, TN 38116 (901) 396-0390

CHARLES C. HANSON, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Laurelwood Pediatrics 5050 Sanderlin Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (901) 683-9371 NEWBORN CARE

JOYCE HOFFMAN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women All Better Pediatrics 1102 Brookfield Road, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 761-1880 BREASTFEEDING

SCOTT M. KLOEK, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Memphis Children's Clinic 7705 Poplar Avenue, Suite 230, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 755-2400

CHRIS L. MATHIS, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Pediatric Consultants 871 Ridgeway Loop Road, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 821-9990

ELISHA M. MCCOY, MD

Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Le Bonheur Pediatric Specialists 51 North Dunlap Street, Suite 400, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 287-7337

PL ASTIC SURGERY PETER A. ALDEA, MD

BREAST COSMETIC SURGERY, TUMMY TUCK / ABDOMINOPLASTY, LIPOSUCTION & BODY CONTOURING

ROBERT G. CHANDLER, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis 80 Humphreys Center Drive, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 761-9030 COSMETIC SURGERY - FACE, BREAST COSMETIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY

PATRICIA L. EBY, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Cosmetic Surgery Specialists of Memphis 6401 Poplar Avenue, Suite 360, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 752-1412 COSMETIC SURGERY, FACIAL REJUVENATION

NICHOLAS R. LEONARDI, DO

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett Plastic Surgery Group of Memphis 80 Humphreys Center Drive, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 295-7184 COSMETIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY, PEDIATRIC & ADULT PLASTIC SURGERY, CLEFT PALATE / LIP, GENDER ASSIGNMENT SURGERY

ROBERT D. WALLACE, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis University Plastic Surgeons 1068 Cresthaven Road, Suite 500, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 866-8525 CLEFT PALATE / LIP

PULMONARY DISEASE MATTHEW W. MABIE, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Mid-South Pulmonary Specialists 5050 Poplar Avenue, Suite 800, Memphis, TN 38157 (901) 276-2662

WILLIAM S. RICHARDS, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Mid-South Pulmonary Specialists 5050 Poplar Avenue, Suite 800, Memphis, TN 38157 (901) 276-2662 RESPIRATORY INFECTIONS, LUNG DISEASE

SCOTT E. SINCLAIR, MD

Regional One Health Regional One Health Outpatient Center 880 Madison Avenue, Floor 5, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 545-6969

R ADIATION ONCOLOGY MATTHEW T. BALLO, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 624-2600 MELANOMA, SARCOMA

THOMAS E. MERCHANT, DO/PHD

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Le Bonheur Children's Hospital St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Department of Radiation Oncology 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (901) 595-3604 BRAIN TUMORS - PEDIATRIC

JENNY TIBBS, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis, Saint Francis Hospital Department of Radiation Oncology 5959 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 765-2050 PROSTATE CANCER, SARCOMA

REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY/ INFERTILIT Y AMELIA BAILEY, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Fertility Associates of Memphis 80 Humphreys Center, Suite 307, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 747-2229 INFERTILITY, ROBOTIC-ASSISTED LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY

PAUL R. BREZINA, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Fertility Associates of Memphis 80 Humphreys Center, Suite 307, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 747-2229 INFERTILITY

RAYMOND W. KE, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Fertility Associates of Memphis 80 Humphreys Center, Suite 307, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 747-2229

WILLIAM H. KUTTEH, MD/PHD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Fertility Associates of Memphis 80 Humphreys Center, Suite 307, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 747-2229

RHEUMATOLOGY DAVID BOATRIGHT, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Rheumatology & Osteoporosis Center 540 Trinity Creek Cove, Cordova, TN 38018 (901) 309-5000 OSTEOPOROSIS

DEBENDRA N. PATTANAIK, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Medical Group - Rheumatology 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 525-0278

SLEEP MEDICINE MICHAEL RACK, MD

Sleep Unlimited 320 South Walnut Bend Road, Suite 6, Cordova, TN 38018 (901) 737-9196 SLEEP DISORDERS

ROBERT W. SCHRINER, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Memphis Lung Physicians Foundation 2120 Exeter Road, Suite 250, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 767-5864 SLEEP DISORDERS / APNEA, NARCOLEPSY, INSOMNIA

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MEMPHIS TOP DOCTORS 2022 SPORTS MEDICINE THOMAS V. GIEL III, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist University Hospital - Memphis OrthoSouth 6286 Briarcrest Avenue, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 641-3000 SHOULDER RECONSTRUCTION, SHOULDER REPLACEMENT, LIGAMENT RECONSTRUCTION, CARTILAGE DAMAGE

SURGERY STEPHEN W. BEHRMAN, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Methodist Rehabilitation Hospital Baptist Medical Group - Surgical Specialist 6025 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 301, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 226-5957 GASTROINTESTINAL CANCER, PANCREATIC CANCER, INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE

MICHAEL P. BERRY, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 692-9600 BREAST CANCER & SURGERY

JAMES D. EASON, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Methodist Physicians Transplant Institute 1265 Union Avenue, 4 Shorb, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 478-9183 TRANSPLANT - LIVER, LIVER & BILIARY SURGERY, LIVER SURGERY - COMPLEX, TRANSPLANT - KIDNEY - ADULT & PEDIATRIC

RICHARD E. FINE, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital West Cancer Center 7945 Wolf River Boulevard, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 692-9600

ALYSSA D. THROCKMORTON, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Medical Group - Memphis Breast Care 6215 Humphreys Boulevard, Suite 208, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 227-8950 BREAST CANCER & SURGERY

LINDI HANNA VANDERWALDE, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Medical Group - Memphis Breast Care 6215 Humphreys Boulevard, Suite 208, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 227-8950 BREAST CANCER & SURGERY, NIPPLE-SPARING MASTECTOMY

GUY R. VOELLER, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Baptist Medical Group - Minimally Invasive Surgery 6029 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 106, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 866-8530 MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY, HERNIA, GASTROINTESTINAL SURGERY, ADRENAL SURGERY

THOR ACIC & CARDIAC SURGERY JOHN MICHAEL CRAIG, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Medical Group - Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery 6025 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 301, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 226-0456

GREGORY W. FINK, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Methodist Medical Group - Cardiovascular Center 7655 Poplar Avenue, Suite 350, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 761-2470 HEART VALVE SURGERY, ENDOVASCULAR SURGERY, CORONARY ARTERY SURGERY, MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY

HARVEY E. GARRETT JR, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic 6029 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 401, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 747-3066

BREAST CANCER & SURGERY

AORTIC SURGERY, LUNG SURGERY, HEART VALVE SURGERY, ROBOTIC SURGERY

Regional One Health Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Regional One Health 880 Madison Avenue, Memphis , TN 38103 (901) 515-9595

UROGYNECOLOGY / FEMALE PELVIC MEDICINE & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY ROBERT L. SUMMITT JR., MD

MARTIN FLEMING, MD

CANCER SURGERY, BREAST CANCER & SURGERY, SARCOMA - SOFT TISSUE

HUGH FRANCIS III, MD

Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Memphis Surgery Associates 6029 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 404, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 726-1056

EVAN SCOTT GLAZER, MD/PHD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital UT Methodist Physicians - Surgical Oncology 880 Madison Avenue, Floor 4, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 515-9595 PANCREATIC CANCER, LIVER CANCER, CANCER SURGERY, MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY

NOSRATOLLAH NEZAKATGOO, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Le Bonheur Children's Hospital UT Methodist Physicians - Transplant Institute 1265 Union Avenue, 4 Shorb, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 478-9183 TRANSPLANT - KIDNEY, TRANSPLANT - PANCREAS & LIVER

DAVID SHIBATA, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Regional One Health - Surgical Oncology 880 Madison Avenue, 4th Floor, Memphis, TN 38103 (901) 515-9595 COLON & RECTAL CANCER, MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY, LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY,

Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Women's Health Specialists 7800 Wolf Trail Cove, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 682-9222 UROGYNECOLOGY, PELVIC RECONSTRUCTION, PELVIC ORGAN PROLAPSE REPAIR, INCONTINENCE - URINARY

VAL Y. VOGT, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis The Conrad Pearson Clinic 1325 Wolf Park Drive, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 252-3400

UROLOGY RAVI D. CHAUHAN, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital The Conrad Pearson Clinic 1325 Wolf Park Drive, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 252-3400 ROBOTIC SURGERY, PROSTATE SURGERY, KIDNEY STONES, INFERTILITY

ROWENA DESOUZA, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett The Urology Group, P.C. 6029 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 767-8158

ROBERT A. DONATO, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Southeast Urology Network 995 South Yates, Suite 1, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 527-7100 PROSTATE SURGERY

MARK D. GREENBERGER, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis The Urology Group, P.C. 6029 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 767-8158

ANTHONY L. PATTERSON, MD

Regional One Health Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Regional One Health - Urology Department 6555 Quince Road, Suite 500, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 515-5700 LAPAROSCOPIC SURGERY, KIDNEY STONES, UROLOGIC CANCER

WALTER RAYFORD, MD/PHD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto The Urology Group, P.C. 6029 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 767-8158 PROSTATE CANCER, UROLOGIC CANCER

MARK JAY SASLAWSKY, MD

Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis Southeast Urology Network 995 South Yates Road, Suite 1, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 527-7100 KIDNEY STONES, VASECTOMY REVERSAL

THOMAS B. SHELTON, MD

Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Methodist University Hospital - Memphis The Conrad Pearson Clinic 1325 Wolf Park Drive, Suite 102, Germantown, TN 38138 (901) 252-3400 BRACHYTHERAPY, ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION, KIDNEY STONES, PROSTATE BENIGN DISEASE (BPH)

ROBERT W. WAKE, MD

Regional One Health Methodist University Hospital - Memphis Regional One Health - Urology Department 6555 Quince Road, Suite 500, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 515-5700 PROSTATE CANCER, MEN'S HEALTH, MINIMALLY INVASIVE UROLOGIC SURGERY, PROSTATE CANCER - CRYOSURGERY

VASCUL AR & INTERVENTIONAL R ADIOLOGY DAVID B. COHEN, MD Baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis Baptist Memorial Hospital - DeSoto Vascular Interventional Physicians 6286 Briarcrest Avenue, Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38120 (901) 747-1007 UTERINE FIBROID EMBOLIZATION, PERIPHERAL ARTERIAL DISEASE (PAD), VARICOSE VEINS, DIALYSIS ACCESS

PHILLIP T. ZENI JR., MD

Zenith Health & Aesthetics 6126 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 779-5000 VARICOSE VEINS, UTERINE FIBROID EMBOLIZATION, DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS (DVT), ENDOVASCULAR LASER ABLATION

VASCUL AR SURGERY RANDALL W. FRANZ, MD

Methodist University Hospital - Memphis, Methodist Medical Group - Vascular & Endovascular Surgery 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38104 (901) 478-0900 ANEURYSM - ABDOMINAL AORTIC, ANGIOPLASTY & STENT PLACEMENT, PERIPHERAL VASCULAR DISEASE, VARICOSE VEINS

FEMALE INCONTINENCE, VOIDING DYSFUNCTION FEMALE, PELVIC ORGAN PROLAPSE REPAIR

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COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE: THE ART OF TREATMENT AND CARE Suffering from unpleasant stomach and bowel conditions can be challenging enough, without having to worry about finding a topquality doctor! The highly skilled medical professionals at Baptist Medical Group GI Specialists are experts in helping prevent, diagnose and treat everything from heartburn, food allergies and hemorrhoids, to colon and pancreatic cancers.

HIGH QUALITY AND CONVENIENT CARE The physicians and staff focus on each patient’s comfort in the onsite Baptist Memorial Healthcare Corporation GI Lab. For added convenience, choose from six satellite locations: Brighton, Collierville, Covington, Millington, Marion, and Desoto. Whether you need screening or treatment, our group is passionate about providing excellent care for every patient.

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BAPTIST MEDICAL GROUP / GI SPECIALISTS FOUNDATION Top row, left to right: James Whatley, MD, Randelon Smith, MD, Gaurav Kistangari, MD, MPH Bottom row, left to right: Edward Friedman, MD, Paul Bierman MD, and Kenneth Fields, MD

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KIDNEY CARE CONSULTANTS, PC is a comprehensive medical practice specializing in the management of Kidney Disease, Hypertension, and Electrolyte abnormalities. We are committed to providing our patients with the best care. Our board-certified Nephrologists include Dr. Omar Hamze, Dr. Rehan Shafique, Dr. Minesh Pathak, Dr. Mark Nader, and Dr. Vijay Gorantla. We also have four nurse practitioners on our team: Karen Reames, Elizabeth White, Kristi Ford, and Tatum Severino.

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KIDNEY CARE CONSULTANTS, PC Back row, left to right: Karen Reames, ANP; Mark Nader, MD; Rehan Shafique, MD; Vijay Gorantla, MD; Tatum Severino, DNP Front row, left to right: Minesh Pathak, MD; Kristi Ford, DNP; Omar Hamze, MD; Elizabeth White, ANP

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FOR DECADES, MAYS & SCHNAPP NEUROSPINE AND PAIN has been the Mid-South’s premier pain management center. The medical team is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and stateof-the-art care for patients suffering with chronic pain. The physicians at Mays & Schnapp provide early diagnosis and treat the whole patient by relieving pain, restoring function, and improving quality of life. The practice’s multidisciplinary treatment philosophy may include any combination of nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, spinal cord stimulation, physical therapy, medication management, and other therapies.

Mays & Schnapp is the only clinic in the MidSouth certified by the Commission for Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) in outpatient pain rehab.

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MEMPHIS 55 Humphreys Center Drive, Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 SOUTHAVEN 7900 Airways Blvd.,Ste. A6, Southaven, MS 38671 901.747.0040 • www.maysandschnapp.com MEDICAL DIRECTOR: Moacir Schnapp, MD Pain Clinic Associates, PLLC is a licensed pain management clinic.

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DR. KISHORE ARCOT created Memphis Vein Center with our patients in mind. Every patient is unique and we treat you like family.

Dr. Arcot has seven Board certifications including interventional cardiology, cardiology, venous/lymphatic disease, vascular and endovascular medicine. He received his cardiovascular training at the University of California/San Francisco and is trained several practicing cardiologist in peripheral vascular percutaneous intervention. Dr. Arcot was noted Most compassionate and Most favorite Dr. from 2010-2022 on vitals.com. Memphis cardiology and vein Center was voted among the best clinics in the commercial appeal from 2014 through 2022. Dr. Arcot treats all types of vascular problems, from the simple to the very complex, including varicose veins, DVT, peripheral arterial disease, leg ulcers, and May Thurner’s syndrome. Dr. Arcot and is highly qualified, Board certified medical team off for comprehensive treatment for all vascular conditions including venous and arterial diseases. Varicose veins or abnormal veins that occur in the legs. They can present as thin purple lines called (spider veins) or they can appear as thick, bulging, or knotty veins.

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Memphis Vein Center as an outpatient state-of-the-art nationally accredited vascular facility (IAC) to offer all modalities to diagnose and treat varicose veins, including endovenous laser ablation treatment (EVLT), radiofrequency (RF), Varithena, Venaseal, Clairvein as well as ultrasoundguided sclerotherapy, and a microsurgical procedure called Phlebectomy. Please visit memphisvein.com for further information about varicose veins including personal testimonies, before and after pictures and to schedule a consultation with Memphis Vein Center.

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MEMPHIS CARDIOLOGY AND VEIN CENTER First row, left to right: Britney Spicer, RDCS, RVT(R); CaSonja Jordan, CPC; Cathy Chandler, BSN, RN, Administrator; Kishore K Arcot MD, FACC; Caitlyn Woodard, NP-C, Alyssa Gray, CMA; and Ashlee Treadaway, CMA Second row, left to right: Kristy Farmer, RVT, RT; Cynthia Worrell, CMA; Alexia Dabiedath; Domonique Coleman; Shiyanzi Shaikh; and Ashley McCutcheon, RDMS, RVT Third row, left to right: Kenshara Gatlin (echo); Mary Mills, CMA; Tenisha Polk; and Jessica Howard, CMA Not pictured: Dr. Kopal Agarwal, MBBS

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MIDSOUTH OB/GYN PROVIDES comprehensive gynecological and obstetrical care for women of all ages. Some of our services include yearly wellness exams, fertility management, weight loss solutions, contraceptive counseling, management of uterine fibroids, office procedures and a myriad of options for managing the symptoms of menopause. Our physicians also perform minimally invasive procedures including laparoscopy, hysteroscopy and robotic surgery. We deliver our obstetrical patients at Baptist Women’s Hospital and Methodist Germantown Hospital. All expectant mothers receive a complimentary 3D/4D ultrasound.

The physicians of MidSouth OB/GYN have received award recognition from Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women for their leadership roles. They have also been recognized for excellence in clinical teaching from the University of Tennessee and are certified by the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology.

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THE LARGEST MULTI-SPECIALITY GROUP of board-certified vascular surgeons and podiatrists in the MidSouth. The group has the lowest amputation rate in the region and serves as the premier center for restoring blood flow to the legs and limb preservation. They provide the best clinical outcomes for patients with peripheral arterial disease, varicose veins, carotid disease, aortic aneurysms, and dialysis access.

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VASCULAR AND VEIN INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTH Left to right: Dr. Prateek K. Gupta, Dr. Anton Dias Perera, Dr. Daniel M. Alterman, and Dr. Daniel Tucker

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VASCULAR INTERVENTIONAL PHYSICIANS is multispecialty clinic offering patients complete vascular and interventional care in an outpatient setting. The combined six interventional radiologists and one vascular surgeon forms the core of VIP. This hybrid model is the first of its kind in the Mid-South and it allows VIP to provide patients with the most advance comprehensive care. VIP treats a wide range of health issues, such as vein insufficiency, peripheral arterial disease, uterine fibroids, enlarge prostate, and cancer treatments. VIP is honored to be a preferred choice for both referring physicians and patients alike. VIP clinic is located on the 3rd floor of the Briarcrest Professional Building at 6286 Briarcrest Ave., Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38120.

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VASCULAR INTERVENTIONAL PHYSICIANS Left to right: Dr. Aron Chary, IR, Dr. Henry Dalsania, IR, Dr. Jaqueline Majors, vascular surgeon, Dr. David B. Cohen, IR, and Dr. John Braun, IR Not pictured: Dr. Daniel Becker, IR and Dr. Joel Perchik, IR

6286 Briarcrest Ave., Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38120 901.747.1007 • vipphysiciansmemphis.com

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ALEXANDRA GARRETT, DDS AT GERMANTOWN COSMETIC AND FAMILY DENTISTRY, we pride ourselves on the personalized attention we give every patient. From the first phone call to the end of an appointment, Dr. Alexandra Garrett and Team want patients to feel comfortable.

We understand the dental office is not most people’s favorite place but our nurturing environment can help patients feel at ease.

Dr. Garrett has been building strong relationships through dental healthcare in the Memphis area since 2002. She continues to invest in cutting-edge technology, like same-day crowns, impression-free 3D scanning, low-radiation digital x-rays, and Carivu early decay detection, so she can offer the most comprehensive and comfortable care. We take pride in our infection control procedures so our patients will be safe.

Dr. Garrett provides full-service dental care including cosmetic smile reconstruction, Invisalign, teeth-whitening, replacing missing teeth, and comprehensive dental care for children and adults. She also incorporates facial esthetic solutions, Botox and Juvederm to help restore overall facial beauty.

GERMANTOWN COSMETIC AND FAMILY DENTISTRY 9045 Forest Centre Way, Suite 101 Germantown, TN 38138 901.347.3527 • GtownSmiles.com

AT GERMANTOWN PEDIATRICS AND FAMILY MEDICINE, our motto is to take exceptional care of the whole family in a warm, caring environment.

GERMANTOWN PEDIATRICS AND FAMILY MEDICINE

SERVICES INCLUDES: • Same day sick appointments — We offer same day sick appointments for children and adult patients. We also offer COVID-19 testing.

• Preventive Care services — Routine checkups help with early diagnoses of silent killer diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. We offer cancer screening, mental health screens, vaccinations and weight management.

• Management of chronic diseases where we incorporate a holistic approach to management.

• Lifestyle Medicine and Functional Medicine — While traditional Medicine focuses on trying to fix a problem after it occurs, Functional and Lifestyle medicine focus on getting to the root causes, and preventing these diseases when possible.

Our providers: Dr. Jaya Venkataraman, Board Certified Pediatrician and Board Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician; Dr. Brad Lofton, Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician; Kimberly Randolph, Family Nurse Practitioner; and Jessica Robbins, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

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MEMPHIS DERMATOLOGY CLINIC, P.A. Front row, left to right: Amy Amonette Huber, MD, FAAD, Joseph Pietrangelo, MD, FAAD, Emily Overholser, MD, FAAD, and Alex Chantara, MD, FAAD Back row, left to right: Frances K. Lawhead, MD, FAAD, Mary E. Stephens, FNP-BC, Courtney S. Woodmansee, MD, FAAD, F. Gwen Beard, MD, FAAD, Buckley Parker, PA-C, and Robin Friedman Musicante, MD, FAAD MEMPHIS DERMATOLOGY CLINIC is celebrating 50 years of serving the Mid-South. We provide complete dermatologic care ranging from diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, to Mohs Micrographic surgery, to cosmetic procedures. MDC offers two convenient locations for our patients. In addition to our Midtown clinics on Union Avenue, we have a location in East Memphis at 795 Ridge Lake Blvd.

Healthy skin improves your overall health and mindset. Over the last 50 years, our legacy and our goal has been to provide exceptional care to all patients. For state-of-the-art skincare, cosmetic, and skin cancer treatments, please call 901.726.6655 for an appointment, or visit MemphisDermatology.com for more information.

MIDTOWN: 1451 & 1455 Union Ave., Memphis, TN 38104 EAST MEMPHIS: 795 Ridge Lake Blvd., Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 901.726.6655 | MemphisDermatology.com

MEMPHIS KIDNEY AND HYPERTENSION PLLC AND LYNN EBAUGH, M.D. VOTED TOP DOCTOR FOR NEPHROLOGY 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, and 2014, Dr. Lynn Ebaugh has dedicated years of service, experience, and knowledge to treating kidney disease by prioritizing her patients’ health. Dr. Ebaugh is currently working in conjunction with Drs. Justin Yancey and Abhishek Patel of Memphis Kidney and Hypertension PLLC to help expand the treatment of kidney disease within our community.

The mission of our board-certified nephrologistsis to empower our patients by educating them about their health needs.

We look forward to the opportunity to provide our patients the highest quality of care in managing chronic kidney disease, glomerular disorders, hypertension, dialysis, and post transplant care through our office clinics and hospital consultations. To learn more, please visit our website at memphiskidney.com or call us at 901.755.0208.

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MID-SOUTH NEPHROLOGY CONSULTANTS Jacinto Hernandez, MD, Julio Ruiz, MD, Patrick Kulubya, MD, Bernadette Deogaygay. MD, Konrad Stepniakowski, MD, FASN, Naing Htike, MD, Jim Angell, FNP, and Dominga Hernandez, Executive Director SERVING THE MID-SOUTH since 1982. Specializing in kidney diseases and hypertension. State-of-the-art facilities with dedicated clinics for glomerular disorders, polycystic kidney diseases and transplant nephrology. Our nephrologists also provide dialysis for both acute inpatient and chronic outpatient hospitals and clinics throughout the Mid-South region. “Always There, Always Care.”

6490 Mt. Moriah Ext., Ste. 200, Memphis, TN 38115 901.565.0244 2047 Highway 51 S., Covington, TN 38019 901.565.0244 7318 Southcrest Pkwy., Southaven, MS 38671 662.349.8323 310 S. Rhodes, West Memphis, AR 72301 870.735.7290 midsouthnephrologyconsultants.com

MILES C. MOORE, DDS CREATING BEAUTIFUL SMILES is what Dr. Miles Moore does best. Dr. Moore, along with the rest of his team at Memphis Center for Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, specializes in the latest dental technologies, while offering an office environment that is both calming and friendly. Not only does Dr. Moore approach each patient with compassion and respect, but he is also committed to finding the best solutions for every dental problem.

Whether you are seeking a complete smile makeover, “invisible” braces, or teeth whitening, Dr. Moore can transform your smile with an array of cosmetic dentistry options. If you are looking for ways to make your or a family member’s smile healthier, the office treats patients of all ages with general dentistry services.

Memphis Center for Family & Cosmetic Dentistry’s convenient location and dedication to serving patients has made it a Memphis favorite for years. After one appointment, you’ll see what a difference Dr. Moore makes!

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MINESH PATHAK, MD KIDNEY DISEASE is an often unrecognized, silent disease caused by uncontrolled high blood pressure and diabetes. The diagnosis and treatment of kidney-related diseases requires an in-depth evaluation of various risk factors. Obesity, vascular abnormalities, autoimmune diseases, and kidney stones have been linked to renal failure. Dr. Pathak is a board-certified Nephrologist and member of The American Society of Nephrology and The National Kidney Foundation. He provides compassionate care with the highest-quality treatment of kidney disease. His goal is to provide early, preventive education along with diagnosis and relevant treatments of specific conditions to lessen the risk of progression to kidney failure and to improve a patient’s quality of life.

Dr. Pathak takes great interest in understanding the needs of his patients and providing them with quality care with the least invasive treatment.

KIDNEY CARE CONSULTANTS 6025 Walnut Grove Road, Ste. 400 Memphis, TN 38120 901.382.5256

NIDAL RAHAL, MD, FAAFP, ABFM, ABHPM DR. NIDAL RAHAL has been in private medical practice for 18 years. His specialty is in Family Medicine, Geriatrics, Hospice and Palliative care with special interests in elderly population. Dr. Rahal provides a unique practice module, combining inpatient geriatric practice at Methodist Germantown Hospital with outpatient clinical practice in his office and multiple assisted living facilities in the city of Memphis, Germantown and Olive Branch. He is board certified in family practice, hospice care and palliative medicine. Dr. Rahal finished his residency at UT, Family Medicine department in 2002, Geriatrics medicine Fellowship at UT, Knoxville 2002-2003. His professional memberships include American College of Physicians, American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Medical Association. Dr. Rahal is a Clinical Assistant Professor for UT, family medicine department. He considers it an honor to help tutor and guide medical students, interns, and residents in experiencing family practice medicine first hand. Dr. Rahal is the Medical Director of The Village of Germantown.

Dr. Rahal strives, to provide all of his patients with the best possible medical care, personal touch and an exceptional experience. He looks forward to serving you and those you love.

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WEST CANCER CENTER & RESEARCH INSTITUTE’S Gynecologic Oncology team is chosen by 77% of women in the Mid-South for their cancer and complex gynecologic care. West is the comprehensive robotic center in this region, having performed thousands of surgeries, pioneered new, less invasive techniques, set local and national standards, and trained all UT graduated robotic-trained gynecologists since 2005.

Collaborating with multiple specialists to ensure all women managing a cancer diagnosis receive superior care with positive outcomes and quality of life, is the West Way.

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WEST CANCER CENTER’S GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY TEAM Left to right: Mark Reed, MD, FACOG; Todd Tillmanns, MD, FACOG, Linda Smiley, MD, FACOG, and Michael Ulm, MD, MPH 901.683.0055 | WestCancerCenter.com

WEST CANCER CENTER’S HEAD & NECK ONCOLOGY TEAM Left to right: Courtney Shires, MD, Head & Neck Surgeon; Yuefeng Wang, MD, PhD, Radiation Oncologist; and G. Gary Tian, MD, Medical Oncologist AT WEST CANCER CENTER & RESEARCH INSTITUTE, multidisciplinary care is more than a statement — it’s what differentiates our oncology care and patient outcomes. Our Head & Neck Cancer team collaborates with surgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, nutritionists, clinical researchers, speech pathologists, lymphedema therapists, and palliative care to ensure each patient receives the best care plan customized for their individual diagnosis.

With access to leading clinical trials, immunotherapy, prevention programs, genomic testing and support programs, patients fighting head & neck cancer get world-class care right here in the Mid-South.

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ZÜPMED Left to right: Liz Lemley, FNP, A. “Lloyd” Finks, M.D., Shannon W. Finks, Pharm.D., and Katherine Ray, DNP A LITTLE OVER two years and almost 20,000 patients after the beginning of the pandemic, ZüpMed is a trusted Midsouth resource for COVID testing and treatment. And much more.

“We serve a diverse population with an even more diverse range of services,“ explains Shannon Finks, ZüpMed’s President and a Professor of Pharmacy at the University of Tennessee.

“Our COVID services are utilized by individuals, families, and corporations as well as touring entertainers, film crews, and event organizers.And our Memphis International Airport location serves travelers coming in and out of Memphis on commercial flights every day.”

“At the heart of it all,” explains Lloyd, “is our insistence that high-quality medical care of all types can be delivered with gracious hospitality. Whether Shannon is reviewing a patient’s genetic profile to choose the best medication and integrative therapies, our Nurse Practitioners are treating sinus congestion or performing a sports physical, or it is me stitching up a hand, every patient is treated as if they were guests at a five-star hotel.”

4576 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38117 (next door to novel. bookstore) 901.701.7010 • zupmed.com

NORA DAHER, MD, FAAAAI, FACAAI

ALEX CHANTARA, MD, FAAD

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Asthma, Eczema, Food Allergies, Sinus Disease, Seasonal Allergies, Drug Allergy, Urticaria BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Internal Medicine and Allergy Immunology FELLOWSHIPS: University of Tennessee Allergy Immunology MEMBERSHIPS: Fellow of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, Fellow of the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Top Doc in 2020, 2021, and 2022

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Medical dermatology, hair loss, acne, hidradenitis, breastfeeding dermatology, pediatric dermatology, cosmetics BOARD CERTIFICATION: American Board of Dermatology MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Dermatology HOBBIES: Enjoys hiking and chasing wanderlust

Allergy & Immunology, Pediatric & Adult

DAHER ASTHMA AND ALLERGY CLINIC 2136 Exeter Road, Suite 103, Germantown TN 38138 901.203.6055 • www.daherallergy.com

Dermatology

MEMPHIS DERMATOLOGY CLINIC, P.A. 1451 & 1455 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 795 Ridge Lake Blvd., Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 901.726.6655 • memphisdermatology.com

KASHIF LATIF, MD

EMILY OVERHOLSER, MD, FAAD

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Diabetic technology; thyroid (immune) disorders, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), microbiome, and strong aging BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Internal Medicine and Endocrinology MEMBERSHIPS: American Diabetes Association, Endocrine Society, American Association of Clinical Endocrinologist AWARDS: The James R. Givens Outstanding Residents Award in Endocrinology HOBBIES: Avid runner & enjoys reading

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Medical dermatology, pediatric dermatology, surgical and cosmetic dermatology BOARD CERTIFICATION: American Board of Dermatology Memberships: American Academy of Dermatology, American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, Alpha Omega Alpha, Gold Humanism Honor Society, Tennessee Dermatology Association HOBBIES: Reading, running

Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism

AM DIABETES & ENDOCRINOLOGY CENTER 3025 Kate Bond Road, Bartlett, TN 38133 901.384.0065 • www.amdiabetes.net

Dermatology

MEMPHIS DERMATOLOGY CLINIC, P.A. 1451 & 1455 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 795 Ridge Lake Blvd., Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 901.726.6655 • memphisdermatology.com

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BUCKLEY PARKER, PA-C

RANDY VILLANUEVA, MD

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Cutaneous malignancies and dermatitis BOARD CERTIFICATION: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Physician Assistants, Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants AWARDS: Diplomate Fellow of the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, Neil and Pat Kilpatrick Memorial Scholarship for Academic Excellence HOBBIES: Various outdoor activities including fishing, hiking, and golfing

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Adult Disease and Geriatric Care BOARD CERTIFICATION: Internal Medicine EDUCATION: University of Santo Tomas College of Medicine, Philippines. Residency at St John’s Episcopal Hospital, New York MEMBERSHIPS: American College of Physicians and American Medical Association, Student Brotherhood of Titans Fraternity, Consolidated Medical Practice of Memphis, Tennessee Medical Association ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Traditional Internal Medicine/ Primary Care practice, both office and hospital base, visits several assisted living facilities and retirement homes. President of East Memphis Internal Medicine. Associate medical director of Compassus Hospice.

Dermatology

MEMPHIS DERMATOLOGY CLINIC, P.A. 1451 & 1455 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 795 Ridge Lake Blvd., Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 901.726.6655 • memphisdermatology.com

Internal Medicine

EAST MEMPHIS INTERNAL MEDICINE 7796 Wolf Trail Cove, #201, Germantown, TN 38138 901.818.3921

JOSEPH PIETRANGELO, MD, FAAD

DOMINIQUE M. BUTAWAN-ALI, MD, FACOG

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Contact dermatitis BOARD CERTIFICATION: American Board of Dermatology MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Dermatology, American Contact Dermatitis Society, Alpha Omega Alpha ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Instructor, University of Tennessee Health Science Center HOBBIES: Paying guitar, watch enthusiast

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Gynecologic & general OB Care, preconception health, contraception management including long- acting reversible contraception, office & minimally invasive procedures/surgery including laparoscopy and robotic surgery EDUCATION: Univ. of Memphis, BS; Univ. of TN HSC, Coll. of Medicine, Memphis, MD & Residency training in the Dept. of Obstetrics & Gynecology BOARD CERTIFICATION: Americian Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, American Congress of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Fellow HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Methodist Germantown Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, Univ. of TN HSC Clinical Faculty

Dermatology

MEMPHIS DERMATOLOGY CLINIC, P.A. 1451 & 1455 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 795 Ridge Lake Blvd., Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 901.726.6655 • memphisdermatology.com

MARY E. STEPHENS, FNP-BC Dermatology

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Atopic dermatitis, skin cancer education, detection, and management, wound care BOARD CERTIFICATION: American Association of Nurse Practitioners MEMBERSHIPS: Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners, American Association of Nurse Practitioners AWARDS: Phi Theta Kappa, Stars of excellence NMMC, Rookie of the year nominee NMMC HOBBIES: Abstract acrylic resin art, metal work, music

MEMPHIS DERMATOLOGY CLINIC, P.A. 1451 & 1455 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38104 795 Ridge Lake Blvd., Suite 200, Memphis, TN 38120 901.726.6655 • memphisdermatology.com

Obstetrics & Gynecology

MID-SOUTH OB/GYN 6215 Humphreys Blvd., Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38120 901.747.1200 • (f) 901.747.1221 • www.midsouthobgyn.com

JUDI CARNEY, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology SPECIAL INTEREST: General OB/GYN, Preconception Counseling and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Medical School at the University of Virginia; Residency at UT Memphis: Assistant Residency Site Director at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women: Former President of Medical Staff at Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women

MID-SOUTH OB/GYN 6215 Humphreys Blvd., Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38120 901.747.1200 • (f) 901.747.1221 • www.midsouthobgyn.com

ULRIC DUNCAN, MD

THOMAS D. GREENWELL, JR., MD

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Colonoscopy, Upper Endoscopy, Capsule Endoscopy, Fibroscan, Rectal Manometry, Ultrasound, Hemorrhoid Treatment, Hepatitis C, Weight Management, Gastric Balloon, Aesthetics BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology, Diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine MEMBERSHIPS: Am. Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE), Am. Gastroenterology Assoc. (AGA), National Medical Assoc., Am. Medical Assoc., Am. College of Gastroenterology, Christian Medical & Dental Assoc., Am. College of Physicians

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Complete obstetrics & gynecology care for women of all ages BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, diplomate; American Congress of Obstetrics & Gynecology, fellow HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, University of TN HSC Clinical Faculty and Methodist Germantown Hospital ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: University of Tennessee Ob-Gyn Residency site director at BHW, 2001 to present; Physician Champion for Epic Baptist Memorial Healthcare; & managing partner of MidSouth OB/GYN a div. of Womens Care Center of Memphis.

Gastroenterology

DELTA GASTROENTEROLOGY-DELTA ENDOSCOPY CENTER — DELTA MEDICAL WEIGHT MANAGEMENT 9140 Highway 51 North, Southaven MS 38671 • 662.280.8222 • deltagastro.net 1867 Forrest Drive, Southaven MS 38671 • 662.548.8075 • dmwmc.net

Obstetrics & Gynecology

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CANDACE HINOTE, MD, MPH, FACOG

ROBIN M. TAYLOR, MD

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Obstetrical and high-risk pregnancy care, long-acting reversible contraceptive options, menopausal care, minimally invasive surgery, adolescent care and education RESIDENCY: University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis MEMBERSHIPS: Diplomate of the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, American Congress of Obstetricians & Gynecologists, American Institute of Ultrasonographic Medicine ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Clinical faculty for UT Memphis, MPH in Epidemiology from New York Medical College, Award for Excellence from UTHSC in Reproductive Endocrinology 2011 HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Methodist Germantown Hospital and Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women

SPECIAL INTERESTS: General Obstetrics and Gynecology, high risk Obstetrics, Adolescent gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, perimenopause and menopause management and general health and wellness counseling EDUCATION: Boston Univ, BA; Univ of TN, MD; Univ of TN HSC, Coll. Medicine, Memphis, MD & Residency training in the Dept. of Obstetrics & Gynecology BOARD CERTIFICATION: Fellow of the Am. College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists MEMBERSHIPS: Memphis Ob/GYN society, Am. Medical Assoc and Am. Soc. for Colposcopy & Cervical Pathology

Obstetrics & Gynecology

MID-SOUTH OB/GYN 6215 Humphreys Blvd., Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38120 901.747.1200 • (f) 901.747.1221 • www.midsouthobgyn.com

Obstetrics & Gynecology

MID-SOUTH OB/GYN 6215 Humphreys Blvd., Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38120 901.747.1200 • (f) 901.747.1221 • www.midsouthobgyn.com

MARY KATHERINE JOHNSON, MD,FACOG

FREDERICK M. AZAR, MD

SPECIAL INTERESTS: OB care for low & high risk pregnancies, contraception, gynecologic care & surgery, including office & minimally invasive procedures EDUCATION: Univ. of Memphis, BS; Univ. of TN HSC, Coll. Medicine, Memphis, MD & Residency training in the Dept. of Obstetrics & Gynecology BOARD CERTIFICATION: Am. Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Fellow of the Am. College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists MEMBERSHIPS: Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Soc.; Am. Coll. of Obstetricians & Gynecologists; Am. Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine; Am. Soc. for Colposcopy & Cervical Pathology HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Methodist Germantown Hosp., Baptist Memorial Hosp. for Women, Univ. of TN HSC Clinical Faculty

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Sports Medicine, Knee, Shoulder, Elbow BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Association, American Orthopaedic Society of Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy Association of North America LICENSURES: TN, MS

Obstetrics & Gynecology

MID-SOUTH OB/GYN 6215 Humphreys Blvd., Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38120 901.747.1200 • (f) 901.747.1221 • www.midsouthobgyn.com

Orthopaedics

CAMPBELL CLINIC ORTHOPAEDICS 1400 S. Germantown Rd., Germantown, TN 38138 901.759.3111 • www.campbellclinic.com

PAUL NEBLETT, MD

CLAYTON C. BETTIN, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Orthopaedics

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Obstetrical and Gynecologic care. Well care for women of all ages, preconception planning, contraceptive management, hospital and in-office surgery.

EDUCATION: Fellow, American College of Obstetrics & Gynecologists; diploma from American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology AWARDS: Recipient of the Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Physicians Champion Award & the Louie C. Henry Excellence in Teaching Award.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: University of Tennessee – Memphis Clinical Teaching Facility Department of OB/GYN

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Arthritis, Foot & Ankle Trauma, Charcot Arthropathy, Sports Injuries BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society LICENSURES: TN, MS

MID-SOUTH OB/GYN 6215 Humphreys Blvd., Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38120 901.747.1200 • (f) 901.747.1221 • www.midsouthobgyn.com

CAMPBELL CLINIC ORTHOPAEDICS 7887 Wolf River Blvd., Germantown, TN 38138 1211 Union Avenue, Suite 500, Memphis, TN 38104 7545 Airways Blvd., Southaven, MS 38671 901.759.3111 • www.campbellclinic.com

FAITH PRICE, MD

JEFFREY COLE, MD

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Obstetric care for low and high risk pregnancies, contraceptive management, adolescent care, minimally invasive surgery EDUCATION: University of Tennessee, BS; University of South Florida, MS; University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine, MD and residency training in OBGYN HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS: Methodist Germantown Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, University of Tennessee Health Science Center Clinical Faculty

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Hand surgery BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Society of Surgery of the Hand, Tennessee Orthopaedic Society, Tennessee Medical Association, Memphis & Shelby County Medical Society, J. Albert Key Washington University Orthopaedic Society ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Dr. Cole treats problems from the shoulder to the fingertip and routinely makes himself available for urgent evaluation of acute injuries.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

MID-SOUTH OB/GYN 6215 Humphreys Blvd., Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38120 901.747.1200 • (f) 901.747.1221 • www.midsouthobgyn.com

Orthopaedics

ORTHOSOUTH 6286 Briarcrest Ave, #200, Memphis, TN 38120 901.641.3000 • www.orthosouth.org

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JOHN R. CROCKARELL, JR., MD, MBA

JAMES L. GUYTON, MD

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Total Hip and Knee Replacement BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association LICENSURES: TN, MS

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Total Joint Replacement, Hip Preservation Surgery BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Association, American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons LICENSURES: TN

Orthopaedics

CAMPBELL CLINIC ORTHOPAEDICS 7887 Wolf River Blvd., Germantown, TN 38138 1458 W. Poplar Ave., Suite 100, Collierville, TN 38017 901.759.3111 • www.campbellclinic.com

Orthopaedics

CAMPBELL CLINIC ORTHOPAEDICS 7887 Wolf River Blvd., Germantown, TN 38138 901.759.3111 • www.campbellclinic.com

DAVID DENEKA, MD

JAMES W. HARKESS, MD

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Orthopedic Surgery, sports medicine BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Subspecialty Certificate in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, Arthroscopy Association of North America, Tennessee Orthopaedic Society, Memphis Orthopaedic Society, American Sports Medicine Fellowship Society ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Dr. Deneka’s practice focuses primarily on the treatment of knee and shoulder injuries, as well as general orthopaedic conditions.

SPECIAL INTERESTS: Total Hip and Knee Replacement BOARD CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Association of Hip & Knee Surgery, Society for Arthritic Joint Surgery LICENSURES: TN

Orthopaedics

ORTHOSOUTH 6286 Briarcrest Ave, #200, Memphis, TN 38120 901.641.3000 • www.orthosouth.org

Orthopaedics

CAMPBELL CLINIC ORTHOPAEDICS 1400 S. Germantown Rd., Germantown, TN 38138 1458 W. Poplar Ave., Suite 100, Collierville, TN 38017 901.759.3111 • www.campbellclinic.com

JEFFREY A. DLABACH, MD

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HEARTS AND MINDS A MEMPHIS SURGEON CONFRONTS POVERTY AND WAR TO SAVE LIVES, ONE CHILD AT A TIME

For the past three decades, the William Novick Global Cardiac Alliance has championed the expansion of pediatric cardiology in less-developed countries, both operating on children and training others to do so.

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Dr. William Novick checks in on 8-month-old Matvey, a patient in Kharkiv, Ukraine, in March, 2016.

“I was taking time to soothe the child after removing the chest drainage tube, which is painful and scary for the children.”

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T WAS LATE 2021, AND DR. WILLIAM NOVICK, professor of surgery and international child health at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, was facing a dilemma. His colleagues in Ukraine had persuaded him to commit to four visits there in 2022, but lately the news from that part of the world had been troubling. And yet, because these visits were fi rst discussed in 2019, then delayed by the pandemic, there was a sense of urgency in fi nally making them happen. What to do?

“We’d planned four trips, in March, June, September, and December of this year,” Novick told me when we spoke in May. “And then as the Russian troops started building up on the border, I started getting a little antsy.

I asked my buddy in Kharkiv [Ukraine] what he thought, and he said, ‘Oh, it’s nothing! It’s Russian bluster! Putin’s trying to intimidate us. He’s not going to invade.’”

In keeping with Novick’s work with top-tier doctors and researchers, his Ukrainian buddy was none other than Dr. Igor Polivenok, chief of the Department of Interventional Cardiology and Cardiac Intensive Care at the V.T. Zaycev Institute of General and Urgent Surgery in Kharkiv — a man of informed opinion. As Novick explains, Polivenok was tasked with starting an interventional lab in the main hospital of Lviv, a city in far western Ukraine, and Novick was in turn recruited to develop the pediatric heart surgery program there. The two had collaborated for years; indeed, Polivenok was a co-founder of the William Novick Global Cardiac Alliance in 2014. They began working together in 1994, during Novick’s first visit to the Ukraine under the auspices of the International Children’s Heart Foundation, before Novick created the alliance that bears his name.

But on the matter of timing Novick’s visit, they didn’t quite see eye-to-eye.

“I’m watching the buildup get bigger and bigger,” Novick recalls, “and around January 2nd, I called the guys in Lviv and said, ‘I’m not happy with this. We’ve got this trip in March, and I’m really worried, so I’d like to move the trip back to late January or February.’ And they were still

saying, ‘Aw, Bill, come on! Putin will never invade Ukraine! He’s not that crazy!’ I said, ‘Maybe he won’t, but I think we need to move the trip.’ So we went on January 22nd, for two weeks, and it was obvious to all of us that the Russian buildup was more than intimidation. But the Ukrainians just did not believe that Putin would do it.”

There are moments when one would rather not be correct. In the end, the foreigner’s assessment proved more accurate than the locals’. Novick began coaxing Polivenok to hedge his bets.

“Igor works in Kharkiv, but he lives east of there in a gorgeous home, with a pond stocked with fish in the backyard, fruit trees, and an outdoor kitchen space,” he says. “On previous trips, we’d all visit, fishing and grilling and spending the whole day out there.

But from his front door to the Russian border is only six miles.

When we were in Lviv, he came over too, and I said to him, ‘Did you bring the wife and kids?’ He said ‘No.’ I said, ‘You need to get them out of Kharkiv!’ I worked on him for three days. And finally he said, ‘Okay, okay, we’ll tell the kids they’re coming on vacation to Lviv. I’ll rent an apartment for a month.’

As it turned out, Polivenok did just that, but he and his wife were back home in eastern Ukraine

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by February 24th. That morning, before dawn, they awoke to the sound of explosions, and as the sun rose, they looked out over their garden and pond to see Russian missiles sailing through the air towards Kharkiv. Throwing their dogs and a few essentials into the car, they left their home behind. By the next day, Russian troops occupied the village where it stood.

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HE THREAT OF SUCH EXPERIences tends to hover over areas where Novick and his team carry out their mission of improving pediatric cardiological care. And in the midst of such turmoil, Novick is not only doing much of the surgery himself, he’s helping organize these programs logistically — gathering donated supplies, lining up financial contributions, and organizing training programs.

“We try to cover everything,” he says. “Obviously we do pediatric heart surgery, but we also train pediatric cardiologists to improve their diagnostic skills, or [work] on catheterization or anesthesia. And nurses in the ICU [Intensive Care Unit], respiratory therapists, the guys that run the heart-lung machine, and the cath lab technicians. We try to get all these people trained up.

And we do a lot of it in conflict zones, so to speak.”

That includes places like Libya, Iraq, and Croatia. And though Ukraine was not a conflict zone when Novick began working there in 1994, it certainly is now.

Yet, despite Novick’s misgivings about the developing threat of a Russian invasion there, once it happened, he was making a return trip in short order.

“We went back to Ukraine on March 13th,” Novick continues.

“Lviv was bombed while we were there, but we operated on six kids during that time. Three newborns, one 17 days old, one nine days old, and another who was eight days old. We did two infants who weren’t quite five months old yet, and there was a three-and-a-

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half-year-old toddler with heart disease, who was so bad off that if he walked more than about 50 steps, he would faint. So we operated on six kids, and everything was fine.”

“On Wednesday,” he says, “I went into the ICU to see a nineday-old kid from Odessa who was intubated, on a ventilator, with two different medications to support his blood pressure, and very frightened parents sitting by the bedside. They were afraid he’d be brain-dead, because of the way he was when he arrived.

So I looked in on the kid, and he’s moving everything, tracking people with his eyes. As I’m talking to the parents, I see the little boy reach out with his hand, grab his breathing tube, and try and pull it out. I turned to the parents and said, ‘You see this? I’m not sure your child has any brain damage.’ By then, his infection was gone, so we operated on him and he came back in good shape.

Six days later, after we were long gone, they were seeing him as an outpatient. He was growing; the family was ecstatic.”

S Dr. William Novick is the Paul Nemir Endowed Professor of International Child Health and Surgery, co-founder of the Global Surgery Institute, and steering committee member of the Institute for Multicultural and Global Health at UTHSC. Here, he supervises an operation in Lviv, Ukraine, earlier this year.

The team moved at a relentless pace. “It was a long haul to get there,” Novick says. They flew into Kraków on a Sunday, left there at 6:30 p.m., and their bus arrived at the Lviv Regional Children’s Hospital at 4 a.m. on Monday, along with supplies brought from the United States. “They put us up in the hospital — there’s no room anywhere in the city, in any hotel, because of all the refugees.

So we took about a four-hour nap, I talked to the administrator,

“I went into the ICU to see a nine-year-old kid from Odessa on a ventilator, with medications to support his blood pressure, and very frightened parents sitting by the bedside. … I said to the parents, ‘I’m not sure your child has any brain damage.’ By then, his infection was gone, so we operated on him. Six days later, they were seeing him as an outpatient. He was growing.” and we brought the first patient into the operating room at 4 in the afternoon. We made the first incision at 8 p.m. and finished at 3 a.m. on Tuesday morning.”

The non-stop work continued the following day.

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UCH ARE THE SATISFACTIONS of his work, but Novick remains driven by his awareness of how many children are still left behind in such countries. By way of example, he points to the situation in Angola, where his alliance plans to assist with the development of a cardio-pulmonary hospital.

Novick estimates that about 7,000 children are born with heart disease there every year, and roughly half of them will need some form of intervention to survive. As time passes, more and more of those who don’t receive surgery, catheterization, or other necessary treatments will die. Because there are only four pediatric cardiologists in all of Angola, only 10 percent of the original cohort needing medical attention will live to see their 18th birthdays.

In other locations where Novick’s Global Cardiac Alliance works, underdevelopment is the least of their problems. Sectarian conflicts within a country can cripple their medical work. “The easiest place to talk about this is probably Iraq,” he explains.

“You’ve got these three different groups — Kurdish, Sunni, and Shia — and the only city where they get along is Baghdad. The only place we can operate on

Kurdish kids is in the Kurdish area to the north. Otherwise, the Arabs won’t let us operate on them.

“If we’re in the northern part of the Shia area, we can operate occasionally on some Sunni kids.

Maybe 30 percent. But if you move further south, you’re not going to see them. The pediatric cardiologists don’t even present them to us. All the kids we see are Shias.

In Basra, nobody from outside the Basra province is going to be operated on. The Basra governor says, ‘We’re just taking care of our own.’ Meanwhile, there are thousands of kids in Iraq that need to be operated on, and we’ve only built up two programs so far. They need about ten.”

Novick doesn’t flinch at naming one cause of so much pediatric heart disease in Iraq: the United States. In particular, he singles out the U.S. military’s use of depleted uranium ammunition as a major contributor to congenital defects, including heart disease, in children born in and around Fallujah. “I’ve operated on kids from Fallujah in every city in Iraq where we’ve worked,” he says.

And yet, despite braving everything from missiles to sectarian infighting, Novick typically confronts an even greater obstacle: hospital bureaucracy. To battle that beast, he’ll even brave international conflicts, as he did when Russia first invaded Ukraine in 2014. In doing so for the sake of one child, he gained an understanding of the cultural differences between the two nations.

Working in the Russian city of Voronezh that year, Novick found his efforts to operate on one threemonth-old child stymied by the hospital’s chief of cardiac surgery.

Because there was a one-third chance the child could die, the official simply discharged the patient from the hospital. Higher mortality numbers would reflect poorly on his program.

Undaunted, Novick took matters into his own hands, calling his friend Polivenok in Ukraine. It mattered little to him that, with Russian troops having taken Crimea and most of Donbas and Luhansk, the two countries were at war. Using his connections in Ukraine, he obtained a special letter allowing the Russian child to

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cross the border, eventually operating on him successfully in Kharkiv. But he wasn’t done with the chief of cardiac surgery in Voronezh.

“I come to Veronezh two months later,” Novick recalls, “and I say to the staff, ‘I have a meeting later with the chief of cardiac surgery. Could you have the parents bring that child to the hospital for evaluation, and just happen to knock on the chief’s door, looking for

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“I said, ‘I don’t know about cowboy, but I know what I can do and I know what we’re capable of, and you didn’t think we could do it. And we took him to a far lesser hospital in far worse conditions, and here he is, back home, and in a year he’ll be ready for his last operation.’ In the middle of a freaking war, we were able to get this kid from the aggressor’s side, across the border, to the people that are being bombed, and operate on him and send him back home. He’s a special story, this kid.

Misha’s now, I think, going to be in the third grade.”

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ovick pauses to reflect on the two cultures. “What I’ve found,” he says, “is that the Ukrainians are far more hard-headed and stubborn than the Russians when you’re trying to break their standards that they’ve been doing for years, because it’s the wrong damn thing to do. The Russians were more accepting. But the Ukrainians are definitely far more compassionate.”

The contrast has a deep personal significance for Novick, whose Ukrainian grandmother and Russian grandfather escaped So-

Despite braving everything from missiles to sectarian infighting, Novick typically confronts an even greater obstacle: hospital bureaucracy. To battle that beast, he’ll even brave international conflicts, as he did when Russia first invaded Ukraine in 2014. In doing so for the sake of one child, he gained an understanding of the cultural differences between the two nations. viet Russia to settle in Massachusetts. Indeed, when reflecting on his life for a 2009 profile in Memphis Downtowner magazine, he noted, “From my father, I got my Russian temperament, my tenacity, and my persistence.” And yet he inherited no small degree of compassion from his father as well. During his formative years in Montgomery, Alabama, his father was something of a ‘cowboy’ himself, in the name of civil rights.

“We had a Ku Klux Klan cross burned in our front yard because my dad employed all Black people at his dry-cleaning businesses,” he recalls. “One day I’m in the back of the shop, helping out, and I hear this yelling in the front. And it’s a Klansman, yelling at my dad.

‘You need to get rid of these N-word people!

You need white folks working here, and we’re going to make sure that happens!’ And my dad said, ‘The only thing you can be sure of is you’re leaving this store.’

“And the next thing I hear is this crash.

So I run up there, and there’s a guy on the sidewalk outside the store, and the window in front, saying ‘One-Hour Martinizing Dry Cleaners,’ has a big hole in it. My old man threw him right through the plate-glass window! And two nights later there was a cross burning in our front yard.”

Fortunately, that was the end of the matter.

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Wallace Jr. The muse of history has a deep sense of irony.

That example stuck with the young Bill Novick, as did the life advice his father gave him. “I’m not exactly a small human,” Novick says. “I’m about 6’5” and weigh about 270. I was always big as a kid. But my dad taught me, ‘You never, ever intimidate anybody with your size. You protect people that are intimidated or bullied by other people.

That’s your job. You’re big enough to do it.’ So that’s the way I was brought up: help those that are not able to help themselves.”

Those words motivate his work to this day. “I’m very passionate about it,” he says. “Unless you go to these places,

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“I was always big as a kid.

But my dad taught me, ‘You never, ever intimidate anybody with your size.

You protect people that are intimidated or bullied by other people. That’s your job. You’re big enough to do it.’ So that’s the way I was brought up: Help those not able to help themselves.”

I don’t think you can really grasp how desperate the situation is for these kids and their parents. My showing up, and their kid getting operated on — they truly consider it a miracle. I’m not trying to put us up there at all. Believe me, I’m very humble about what we do.

But the parents: You’re in a country of 85 million people and there’s no heart surgery for kids, and your child is one of 18 that gets operated on? I mean, holy moly. There’s no way to look at that except, ‘God intervened — and made Novick operate on my child!’”

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HE WORLD CHANGED ON FEBRUARY 24TH when Russian forces, on orders from president Vladimir Putin, stormed into Ukraine, bringing war to a sovereign European country that had posed no threat. Less than a month later — on March 21st — four Ukrainian children and their families arrived at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis. Between the ages of 20 months and 8 years old, each of the children is battling cancer, even as their native land burns under assault. They are among hundreds of Ukrainian cancer patients already touched by SAFER Ukraine (Supporting Action for Emergency Response), a program launched by St. Jude Global to provide safe passage and, ultimately, treatment for cancer patients no longer secure at home. top: A Ukrainian pediatric cancer patient and her brother arrive at Memphis International Airport with their mother, en route to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. bottom: A hospital staff member wheels an electronic translation device

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as a Ukrainian mother carries her sick child into St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

The girl is among the first group of Ukrainian pediatric cancer patients to come to the United States to continue their longterm cancer treatment.

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above: Dr. Asya Agulnik is the director of the Global Critical Care Program and the Eurasia Regional Program for St. Jude.

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above: In March, Dr. Jill Biden became the fifth First Lady to visit St. Jude and the first since Michelle Obama in 2014. (Nancy Reagan, Barbara Bush and Hillary Clinton also visited the hospital’s campus.)

Dr. Asya Agulnik is director for both the Global Critical Care Program and the Eurasia Regional Program (founded in 2018) under St. Jude Global. The latter encompasses a dozen countries — prominently among them, Ukraine — in eastern Europe and central Asia. St. Jude Global’s network of more than 180 institutions in more than 60 countries existed prior to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, but the web of care providers is being tested in ways Agulnik and her colleagues had never experienced before now.

“When the war started, our clinical and foundation partners called [to assess the issues],” says Agulnik. “Initially the problem was providing higher level care to some of the more complicated patients, because they couldn’t access the needed diagnostics and treatments. But when the situation on the ground deteriorated, it grew to many more pa-

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tients and that led to the SAFER initiative.”

A pediatric critical-care physician, Agulnik arrived at St. Jude in 2016 (after three years at Boston Children’s Hospital) and found her calling with the extensive reach and impact of St. Jude Global. “I’ve always been interested in health disparities,” she explains. “As they apply to populations in the U.S. but also globally. I got a Master’s in Public Health [at UC Berkeley] and at that time was looking at disparities in health outcomes for children in rural Guatemala that were related to food insecurity and housing. That led me to St. Jude Global and the work we’re doing currently. It’s a combination of my clinical interests and my public-health interests.”

A critical — and compassionate — detail to St. Jude’s efforts for Ukraine: no child is separated from his or her family.

A critical — and compassionate — detail to St. Jude’s efforts for Ukraine: No child is separated from his or her family. At least one parent travels with the patient, whether to a facility in Europe, Canada, or all the way to St. Jude here in Memphis.

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Through the end of April, more than 1,000 patients (up to age 25) have registered with the SAFER program for treatment. How is each patient provided the best care? And how are the patients who travel to Memphis selected? Patients are first transported to the Western Ukrainian Specialized Children’s Medical Center in Lviv, where they are stabilized and then organized into medical-transport convoys to cross the border into Poland. It quickly became clear, though, that the number of patients exceeded the grasp of regional hospitals. St. Jude then partnered with government PHOTOGRAPH CREDITS: AMERICAN LEBANESE SYRIAN ASSOCIATED CHARITIES

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agencies and foundations to form the Unicorn Marian Wilemski Clinic in Bocheniec, Poland. A converted hotel is now serving as a triage center for Ukrainians with blood disorders or cancer. “Patient convoys arrive and are medically assessed,” says Agulnik. “Anybody who’s not clinically stable is sent to a [local] hospital. The rest of the patients are referred to hospitals all over Europe and some in North America, based on their medical needs and hospital capacity.”

Memphis is a long way from Ukraine, and by a few measures. The patients who make the journey all the way to St. Jude are chosen with great care. “Most patients prefer to stay in Europe,” notes Agulnik. “This is their first time outside [Ukraine].

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in Ukraine. But some have families in the United States, or they may need a specific type of treatment.

It’s a discussion with families about their relative needs, and the families’ preferences.”

As though battling cancer weren’t heavy enough, the Ukrainian patients must confront cultural, social, and emotional turmoil, made that much more challenging by news from their war-torn homeland.

“I accompanied the first group,” says Agulnik, “and I think it was a combination of being very stressed and uncertain about what the future held, both for their family and their country. But they were also hopeful that this was an opportunity that they wouldn’t have normally. They were confident that they would get great medical care; that’s always our priority. It’s a combination of fear, anxiety, and hope. And it’s that hope we focus on. The whole purpose is to give these children — if they remained in Ukraine, they’d most likely die from their disease — a chance at a different outcome.”

Volunteer translators numbering in the hundreds have helped St. Jude and Agulnik emphasizes they’re as

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valuable for cultural translation as for the language barrier. She’s seen Ukrainian families adapt more quickly and smoothly than might be imagined in a study or lab trial.

“Kids are very resilient,” she notes.

“They just want to be kids, get a Hot Wheels toy, or a really cool pair of shoes they’ve seen. They don’t want to think about cancer treatment.

We’ve done our best to support that, to be normal even though this is not a normal situation. It’s one of the pleasures of our job.”

The patients at St. Jude will remain here in Memphis “as long as they need to” according to Agulnik. With Russia’s attack ongoing, Ukrainians

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from Ukraine and learned about the reach of St. Jude Global.

Merely a few months since Russia’s attack, the numbers of St. Jude’s SAFER efforts are staggering. As of late April, the program had transported more than 400 patients — via 12 convoys — to the Unicorn clinic in Poland, then on to treatment centers in Europe or North America. (For pre-invasion perspective, St. Jude sees around 8,600 patients annually, most on an outpatient basis, including those contributing to ongoing research programs.)

Agulnik acknowledges the obstacles, some of them profound, as St. Jude looks forward with SAFER Ukraine. “It’s hard to make plans and develop plans with so much uncertainty,” she says. “You don’t even know what the next week will bring. We’re lucky that we haven’t had any significant clinical challenges. Our primary goal is to evacuate these children safely and continue high-quality medical care. We’ve been able to do that. The challenges are organizational and logistical.”

Patients learn from their doctors, to say the least. But doctors also find wisdom and inspiration from those under their care. Such has been the case since late February for Agulnik as she interacts with Ukrainian evacuees. “We’ve learned a lot from how brave these families have been,” says Agulnik, “to do everything in their power to get medical care for their children. They’re here to get that care, and everything else is secondary.

That motivation, that drive is universal. It cuts across cultures, and it persists despite the most challenging circumstances. It’s quite powerful.”

It’s the unknown in Ukraine — When will Russia’s attack end? When can the country begin to rebuild?

— that weighs heaviest worldwide.

St. Jude Global cannot answer those questions, but with the efforts of people like Asya Agulnik, the days between now and the war’s end can bring compassion and, yes, healing.

“This goes back to St. Jude’s original mission,” says Agulnik. “No child should die in the dawn of life. No Ukrainian child, no Russian child, no child in any country. Unfortunately, there are disparities in outcomes, especially with complicated diseases like childhood cancer. Stressors like war disproportionately affect the most vulnerable. It’s helpful to go back to that original mission.”

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H A B I TAT S

Hector Portillo rescued a derelict Binghampton home and made it his own.

The biggest modification to the century-old bungalow was the addition of a second story, complete with a spacious balcony.

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T H E A M E R I C A N D R E A M How Hector Portillo restored an aging Binghampton home — and helped transform the neighborhood.

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The house was a wreck when Hector Portillo found it in 2016. The Binghampton bungalow was built a hundred years ago, as the city of Memphis experienced its first major expansion. At some point, it was converted from a single-family home to a duplex. Later, as the neighborhood fell into poverty during the post-1968 hollowing out of the city, it was abandoned.

Gashes marred the walls where copper thieves had stripped out the wiring. A limb had fallen from the big tree in the yard, piercing the roof so the rain came in freely, rotting the hardwood floors and undermining the foundation.

“It was really bad,” says Portillo. “I think it was for sale on the market for like three years, maybe longer.”

But where others saw hopeless blight, Portillo saw his potential dream home. He came to Memphis from a small town on the northern coast of Honduras more than two decades ago. The quiet, polite young man initially found work as a bricklayer, but after a few months, he was unsatisfied. “I didn’t have any opportunity to grow. I was just doing labor,” he recalls.

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above: Portillo restored many of the furnishings in his home, such as this coffee table. The rug in the foreground and shutters in the background were given to him by clients who were downsizing.

right: The century-old house had been converted into a duplex. Portillo removed the dividing wall, restoring it to a single-family home. He built this staircase where it would not be visible from the front door.

He switched to painting houses, both interiors and exteriors, and began a long and fruitful career as a contractor. “I like what I do,” he says, “because you have the opportunity to go to everybody’s houses and see how they live, what they have, and how they put things together. And sometimes you learn from those experiences.”

While working on hundreds of homes, he developed an eye for color and composition. “Sometimes I go to houses and they have like 20 samples of paint on the walls, and they get confused,” he says. “So you start looking around at what they have, what goes with the floor and furniture and the artwork, and say, ‘Let’s just narrow the choices, pick three or five.’ And we find the color that they want.”

As his skills expanded into carpentry, upholstering, and faux finishing, he cultivated a loyal clientele of designers, contractors, and homeowners. Eventually, the young man who had come to America with nothing bought a condomini-

um in Bartlett, and, as his business and savings continued to grow, he started looking for something bigger, and more permanent, where he could fully exercise his skills and creativity.

“I would drive through the neighborhood,” he says. “I actually wanted to live in Cooper-Young, but it was too late for me to get a house there. I wanted to live over here because it’s kind of artistic, and it’s close to [Overton] Park and Midtown. With the theaters and stuff, it’s more fun.”

Portillo was also searching for a diverse community, and found it in Binghampton. “That’s what I like about here,” he says. “It’s a small pocket, but we have a lot of different people from different countries, like Mexicans and Asians and, you know, I’m from Honduras. I feel more accepted here than other places.”

The area’s architecture can be as diverse as its residents. “All the houses are different — we have bungalows, Victorians, and new

houses,” he says. “So it’s very mixed, and you can also paint the color of the house the way that you want it, and nobody’s going to complain. You can look pretty here. In other places, you can just be beige or shades of gray — not like here.”

A Radical Transformation

When Portillo first bought the

tumbledown bungalow, his friends thought he was crazy. “I had a lot of negative comments, because I was putting a lot of my time and investment here,” he says. “They don’t have the vision. But I don’t listen. I just follow my instincts.”

For four years, he spent his weekends in Binghampton, almost single-handedly transforming the condemned house. “I didn’t do the electrical, the HVAC, the plumbing,” he says, but everything else was restored and built by his hand.

The first order of business was repairing the giant hole in the roof.

Then, he took out the wall dividing the two halves of the duplex and

installed a single front door. “I made it into one living room and I added the beams,” he says. “I did a faux finish on them to make them look old. … All the floors in the living room were rotted. I think I spent four months just working on the foundation.”

He reinforced the floors, tore out all the rotten hardwood, and replaced it with new wood which he sanded and stained. “I started in front, and worked my way back to the kitchen.”

While he was working on the front porch awning, he looked out over the small patch of trees across the street. “When I got to the roof,” he says, “I saw the view and I said, ‘What if I put a balcony on here and added a second floor so I can have a studio for projects and painting?’”

He did just that, expanding the home’s interior space to about 2,800 square feet with the addition of a guest bedroom, a studio, and a media room. The new balcony, which spans the width of the

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above left: Portillo handmade the window shades in the dining room. The Beaux-Arts architectural remnant above the buffet came from a house he was helping renovate. It is one of the few pieces in the home that required one of his faux finishes.

above right: The kitchen in this half of the former duplex was located beyond the arched doorway. Portillo transformed the unit’s former living room into a new, spacious kitchen.

house, proved to be the project’s biggest lift. “The [front] porch was original, but it had these stone columns that were falling apart,” he says. “I tried to save them, but it was just too bad, and I didn’t know how to do that kind of stone work.”

He dismantled the columns and saved the brick and stone to create new garden beds in the front yard. The columns are wood, but retain the basic shape of the old supports. The awning features a vaulted roof with beams in a triangular arrangement that recalls the exterior details found on some of the neighborhood’s Craftsman bungalows.

The centerpiece of the balcony is an ornate metal chandelier.

Portillo thought he had lost the bidding for the light fixture on eBay, but when the higher bidder saw the shipping cost, they balked and withdrew their bid. Luckily for Portillo, the chandelier’s maker agreed to drive it to Memphis. “The person who made it only made two.

So I got one, and the other one is in Dallas,” he says.

The second story needed a new staircase. Portillo says he’s not fond of layouts where stairs are the first thing you see when you walk in, so he created a dedicated space for his. He found the pair of globed light fixtures that hang above the stairs at Sheffield Antiques Mall, and “I had to have them!”

For a while, Portillo pondered what to do about the original exterior. “It was brick, but it wasn’t pretty brick,” he says.

He thought about adding a few layers of paint, but instead decided to cover the brick with two layers of a concrete slurry that resembles stucco. Inside, he managed to save the original brick fireplace in the living room by adding layers of the same material. Portions of the rear of the house were originally covered in cedar shingles, so Portillo cut cedar planks to match the pattern and installed them on the balcony exterior. “I didn’t want to do something new that didn’t match,” he says. “But a lot of these new houses, they don’t match anything.”

left: This lamp, a thrift store find based on a classic sculpture, shows off Portillo’s faux finishing skills.

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above: Portillo cut the cedar tiles on the balcony to match the pattern found on the original home’s exterior. The large chandelier is one of only two of its type in existence.

right: The media room is a relaxing space on the second floor. Portillo installed all of the home’s flooring himself.

Buying, Selling, and Trading

if he would paint their hallway.

One wall of Portillo’s bedroom is a row of glass doors that lead to his spacious walk-in closet. They once opened onto a client’s patio, but when they were replaced with newer models, Portillo rehabbed and repurposed them. “They’re soundproof!” he says.

Ask about a random table or chair, and Portillo might say he found it by the side of the road.

“Before I got into this renovation, I started painting furniture and upholstering,” he says. “A lot of things, I restore them and paint them or find a way to make it look good.”

Portillo’s faux finishing skills are truly impressive. Take the living room lamp based on a classical sculpture he found in a thrift store.

He mixed together copper-based pigments and an oxidizer to create a patina that looks vintage while

Once the major construction was

complete, it was time to furnish the new house. Since it was much bigger than his Bartlett condo, that meant a lot of visits to estate sales and auction houses. But the experienced contractor had another way to find furnishings. “My clients, some of them have been in Memphis for a long time, and they’re trying to downsize,” he says.

“Sometimes, they give me things.”

Rugs in the living room were gifts of a downsizing client. While painting another house, he discovered the owner was removing and discarding some old shutters. With a layer of paint, they became an architectural detail behind a living room couch. A designer friend saw him eyeing an antique mirror, so they offered to trade it to Portillo

bringing out the figure’s details.

“I like to work in layers,” he says.

That goes for his design sense as well as his painting technique.

The home is full of the fruits of his relentless shopping and scavenging, but everything is carefully arranged and never feels cluttered.

Portillo brings the same fastidiousness to his own space that makes him an in-demand painter. “To me, it’s not just how you make things,” he says, “it’s how you put them together. That’s an art, too.”

A Great Location

A fter four years of work, Portillo moved into his dream house in 2020, accompanied by his longtime companion, a dog named Duke. Some renovation work is still ongoing — a project like this is never really “done” — like the upstairs room that will one day

be a bar and lounge.

Last February, Duke passed away after a bout with kidney cancer. “I think every dog, like people, has different personalities. My dog, he spoke Spanish. You learn their personality, and they learn your personality,” Portillo says.

Duke’s dog bed sits empty in Portillo’s bedroom. “One of my clients did a painting of him for me. I feel like he’s still here.”

Six years ago, some folks scoffed at this long-shot project of rehabilitating a classic Memphis home in the historically disinvested neighborhood off East Parkway. But no one is laughing now. In an email that neighbor Anne Edgar sent informing Memphis magazine of this unique home, she wrote, “Hector’s a Honduran immigrant who arrived here 23 years ago with no money, no English, no car, no job training, nor any family to rely on.

Fast forward to today, and he’s not

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top right: This turquoise vanity pops against the blacks, whites, and grays of the bathroom.

“I like to work in layers,” says Portillo. bottom right: Portillo chose the claw-footed tub and detailed tile work to be true to the vintage home’s original 1920s style.

center: Portillo repurposed a set of patio doors for this walkin closet. Designed for outdoor use, the soundproof doors help keep his primary bedroom quiet and peaceful.

only living in his dream house in Binghampton, but serving as one of the leading stakeholders in the upand-coming neighborhood.”

Portillo’s heroic efforts have not gone unnoticed. The two houses next door to Chez Hector were also falling down. Now, they have been replaced with new construction. During the demolition, Portillo saved a beautiful vintage glass door from the bulldozer. It now serves as the entrance to his studio. Where there was once blight, now there is a bustling, diverse community.

“I didn’t know all this was going to happen,” Portillo says. “Once people see that it’s a great location, they invest in the neighborhood.

But somebody has to start. I think it’s good and bad. The neighborhood is looking cleaner, but it’s also kind of changing, because of all the investors. The part that I don’t like is

you are not going to be happy at the end, it’s better to start over.”

And if you can’t find exactly what you want, he says, don’t let that stop you. “There are some things I can’t afford to buy, but if I buy the materials, I can make it myself. I just have to put in my time.”

Above all, Portillo says, “You have to be determined and don’t give up. Just keep going, because sometimes, you get stressed out and overwhelmed. I’m like that about everything, you know? When I start something, I finish.”

While working on his new home, he discovered he was part of a new community. “I want to say that I am an outsider,” he says, “but people say, ‘We are very glad you are here.’

That makes me feel proud. I feel very comfortable. I’m enjoying the American dream.”

Find Hector Portillo on Instagram @hejportillo.

that they take everything and don’t let opportunities for people like me to be part of the neighborhood.”

For those feeling inspired by this epic DIY project, Portillo offers some advice: “Just finish one room, then move on to the next one.

Don’t be jumping around every-

where, because you’re not going to finish that way.”

Don’t be afraid to adapt your plans when the going gets rough— and it will get rough. “I changed the layout a couple of times on this one, because it wasn’t what I wanted,” he says. “Sometimes, if you realize

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uman nature dictates that we look for patterns in the world around us, like seeing a face in the grain of wood or a piece of toast. It’s a need to find order and meaning among random phenomena, to have a sense of control, especially when your reality offers little room for self-determination. For James Little, who grew up in a segregated Memphis, this desire to create meaning, rather than have meaning imposed upon him, drove him to the abstract paintings he’s created for most of his career.

james little left: James Little, Open Secrets, 2020; Oil on linen.

Collection of Susan and John Horseman ARTWORK COURTESY THE DIXON / PHOTOGRAPH BY SOPHIA LITTLE

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A formal education in the arts, he says, passes on ideas and skills that have been developed for millennia, skills that an artist might not learn about outside of an institutionalized climate. Such an education elevates the artist and their art, providing them with the knowledge of how to balance form, color, line, shape, and texture — skills Little has mastered and reinterpreted into his work.

top: James Little, Rosa’s Mantra, 2018; Raw pigment on canvas.

Courtesy of the artist

bottom: James Little, Grey Noise, 2019; Raw pigment on canvas.

Courtesy of the artist

Little, born in 1952, began drawing at a young age — “at 3, 4 years old,” he says. He would copy comic strips and reproductions of paintings from library books. When he was 8, his mother bought him his first paint set. “I was like any other kid. I did all the other stuff,” he recalls. “I played basketball, climbed trees, played in the streets. I always had a curiosity about art and collectibles and archaeology. I always had an imagination. I wanted to try and figure out what was going on.

I was inquisitive, nosey. … So that all contributed to me pursuing a career in the arts. It’s something that I have a lot of passion for.”

Little attributes this passion-driven work ethic and dedication to his parents. His father worked in construction, and his mother was a cook. “I would go with my father to construction sites.

We used to mix mortar and cement. So I kind of got a feel for making stuff and mixing stuff and hard work, rigorous kind of work,” he says. “[My mother] used to come up with these different recipes and these different ways of making cakes and pies and cooking stuff and making it better and better and that kind of thing — and having fun doing it.”

In the 1970s, Little enrolled in the Memphis Academy of Art (later named Memphis College of Art, and now sadly defunct). “I have to say that [my parents] encouraged me, which was a rare kind of thing,” he says. “Even when I went to the art academy, [the teachers] tried to push us toward more practical professions because the whole thing was, ‘You’re not going to make a living with this painting thing. We teach this, but you’ve got to have something where you can make some money.’ They tried to push us toward advertising and a lot of Black kids at the school, and white kids, too, were pushed to advertising.

“I took a year in that, or a semester — I don’t know — but I couldn’t take it. It just wasn’t for me. Painting was it. It kept tugging at me and that was it. It’s a risky, courageous thing to do, to go after this thing.”

That’s when he turned to the abstract, an art form that demands risk. “I guess it came from seeing other kinds of art and then you just try to figure out where your heart is and where your imagination is and where your skill set is,” he says. “I was a person that said there’s no reason for me to paint a figure, to keep doing a figure. Why should I keep doing that? It’s not that I have anything against the figure, but I don’t have anything for it. So I wanted to experiment, and in modern art and abstraction, experimentation was allowed.

It was liberating.”

While in Memphis, though, Little says his exposure to the arts remained limited. The collection at Brooks Museum of Art, a minute’s walk from the academy, was not as extensive and diverse as it is today. “To put it lightly, it was a segregated place,” he says. So instead, he often turned to those reproductions he saw in library books to study the evolution of art and the diversity within it. “We used to take a trip to the Art Institute of Chicago.

Going to stuff like that opened my eyes.”

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The Dixon’s “Sweet Sixteen,” which opened in April, features 16 exhibitions in each of the museum’s 16 gallery spaces. Ranging from Hattiloo Theatre’s collection of commissioned portraits to an interactive quinceañera exhibition, the exhibitions explore different styles, time periods, and subject matters.

The academy also invited visiting artists and offered a rigorous curriculum, of which Little speaks highly, noting his disappointment about the school’s closure in 2020. A formal education in the arts, he says, passes on ideas and skills that have been developed for millennia, skills that an artist might not learn outside of an institutionalized climate. Such an education elevates the artist and their art, providing them with the knowledge of how to balance form, color, line, shape, and texture — skills Little has mastered and reinterpreted into his work.

“You can’t do that stuff independently,” he says.

“I think [the school’s closure] is a terrible thing to happen to a city, and they should reopen it.

They need to reopen that school.”

After all, while at the Memphis Academy of Art, Little began showing his work around Memphis and Arkansas. “We were trying to make something happen,” he says. “I had begun to get a lot of buzz in Memphis and Arkansas.”

He was eventually scouted by Syracuse University, which awarded him a fellowship so he could earn his MFA. While his schooling in New York was paid for, Little had to pay for his travels. “My mother and the church raised money,” he says. “Jameson Jones [the academy’s director at the time] loaned me some money to get there. Everybody was behind me, and when you do this kind of thing, if you fail, you let all these people down, the city, the church, the school.”

This wasn’t the only pressure resting on Little’s shoulders. He adds, “I have to say that a lot of the stuff that happened — us getting into these schools — a lot of it happened right after the assassination of Martin Luther King. It ARTWORK COURTESY THE DIXON

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has to be recognized that these schools were not these little old bastions with open arms.

Because Memphis was a segregated place. So after Dr. King was killed, everybody was trying to pack us into these schools everywhere — in Memphis, Syracuse, New Haven, all of them. A lot of people got into these places based on the blood of Dr. King and the blood of a lot of other people.”

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his awareness of those who created a more hopeful world for Little — one in which he could succeed as an artist — has woven its way through his works, within which Little hopes to convey a sense of optimism. “What I mean by optimism,” he says, “I mean [observers] being able to engage with [the work], to have pleasure” — to appreciate the labor put forth by the artist and, perhaps, the labors put forth by others for the artist’s sake.

As such, Little approaches each piece with patience, beginning with making his own paints by mixing pigment with wax — a process dating back to ancient Egypt. “The stuff

that I do, it’s really hard to develop some kind of recipe for,” he says. “I know what the core materials are, but if I want to change the effect or the look or the design, sometimes I can change the medium for that particular thing.

If I use varnish, sometimes I thin it down for certain works, sometimes I make it thicker. … I pretty much decide on what I want to do and where I want to go based on the material I decide to work with.”

When it comes to laying down the patterns of dots or lines that make up his work, Little says, “There’s no narrative. It’s based on imagination. … I’m not a linear thinker.

The orbit that I’m in is more of an intuitive decision-making space.”

For most of his pieces, Little employs a variety of colors, taking note of the interactions between each hue and line. Some pieces follow a strict pattern of alternating colors; others, upon closer look, break their patterns, in color and even in line. Little frequently builds layers upon layers of paint, creating seamless edges between colors placed next to another.

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paintings, the paintings become rhythmic, seeming to vibrate.

Even without narrative, his paintings evoke social commentary as evidenced in his titles like American Dreamers Denied or Remember Amal. “I don’t title the paintings until after they’re done,” he says. “I’m always politically aware. There’s always something behind my title. The paintings dictate the titles; the titles don’t dictate the painting.”

Nor do the titles dictate the paintings’ meaning for viewers, Little adds. “Contemplate it. It’s not something put there for no reason. But you can put your own interpretation. I raise the questions, but I also give you the free will to make your own self-determination.”

By giving himself and the observer such leeway, Little says, “I don’t disallow myself to experiment. Experimentation is still a strong part of what I do. … I think that artists should always experiment to some degree. I try to avoid being repetitive because you have a lot to say, you can’t just be a one-dimensional human, and I try to take advantage of that.”

Now in his 70s, Little still strives to improve his artistry. “I paint every day,” he says.

“Or let’s put it this way: I do something that relates to art every day.” Having stayed in New York since graduating with his MFA, Little says, “I’m now beginning to get a lot of attention.” This year, his work is featured in The Dixon Gallery and Gardens’ “Sweet Sixteen” here in Memphis, as well as the Whitney Biennial in New York.

Of these two exhibitions, Kevin Sharp, the Linda W. and Herbert S. Rhea director at the Dixon, says, “[The Biennial] is a recognition of a lifetime of brilliant, brilliant work, and it’s satisfying for us to reintroduce him to the community he came from.”

The Dixon’s “Sweet Sixteen,” which opened in April, features 16 exhibitions in each of the museum’s 16 gallery spaces.

Ranging from Hattiloo Theatre’s collection of commissioned portraits to an interactive quinceañera exhibition, the exhibitions explore different styles, time periods, and subject matters. “Art,” Sharp says, “has this tremendous capacity to speak to the plurality of the human condition, to our diversity, to the multiplicity of ideas that drive our existence.”

As for Little’s exhibition, “James Little: Homecoming” features work produced between 2008 to 2020. “It will be like a mini-survey. You’ll be getting to see my evolution,” Little says. “It’s a nice thing to show in your hometown.”

The “Sweet Sixteen” exhibitions, which include “James Little: Homecoming,” will be on display at the Dixon through July 10th. Admission to the Dixon is free through 2024. dixon.org

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the seating capacity was about 7,000 (sources vary on the precise number).

The laundry and the stadium, in fact, shared the same back wall. Any home runs hit over the outfield fence landed on the roof (or grounds) of the laundry. And Our history expert solves local mysteries: who, what, when, where, why, and why not. that brings us — finally! — to a unique promotion that I wanted to share with my readers.

Well, sometimes.

Now right here, I need to explain that one of those readBY VANCE L AUDERDALE ers is a former Memphian named Tina Heslep Ciliberto.

She not only mailed me the photographs you see here, but told me about her personal connection with the laundry.

When her family was still living in Memphis — this would have been in the 1940s — her father, Robert Heslep, became vice president of the Memphis Power & Light Company. “He was born in Helena, Arkansas, but came to Memphis as a young man,” says Tina. “He was known by his co-workers as ‘the boy genius’ because he had an ability to figure out the power grids and restore interrupted power more quickly than anyone who had previously held his position.”

Even so, he left this nice job on a bet. It seems he was friends with Jules Rozier, who told him his laundry wasn’t doing as well as he had hoped and made him an offer: Could DEAR VANCE: I’ve read DEAR B.P.: By any standards the Memphis Steam LaunHeslep turn around the struggling business if he was that the Memphis Steam dry was an architectural marvel, but don’t take my word named vice president and given free rein to do whatever Laundry was one of for it. “Few cities are lucky enough to have a genuine he needed? According to Tina, “He did win the bet — though he never specified what he won. I do remember this city’s most disVenetian palace in which the citizens can have their as a child that he expanded the laundry by adding linen tinctive buildings. If shirts laundered,” wrote Eugene Johnson and Robert supply to the existing plant and oversaw the opening of so, where was it, and Russell in Memphis: An Architectural Guide. “What conbranches in several cities in the Mid-South.” what happened to it? nection Harrison and Powell saw between cleanliness and Venetian Gothic we shall probably never know.”

— B.P., MEMPHIS. Tina remembers the laundry almost became a second E.L. Harrison and Nowland Van Powell weren’t the home for her. “My father used to go there every Saturday owners of this establishment; they were morning and would take me with him. He the architectural team who decided to Anyone who clobbered the had a very luxurious office with floor-tomodel a commercial laundry — normally ball out of the park for a ceiling red velvet curtains. We would walk a humdrum, cinder-block structure — home run got $200, a nice around the plant and he would check with everyone on how things were going.” after the Doges’ Palace in Venice, Italy. bonus in those days. But As you can tell from the postcard, the if they hit the actual sign, Of course, the Heslep family went to façade was completely slathered with the player would pick up a Chicks games at Russwood Park. “Our fambrightly patterned brickwork and ter- whopping $1,000. ily got to sit in the Memphis Steam Laundry ra-cotta ornamentation. box,” she says, “but sometimes we would The founder of the business was Jules Rozier, who bring lawn chairs to the roof of the laundry, where we perched above the outfield to watch a game.” first opened his Memphis Steam Laundry Company in 1882 on North Second Street. In 1927, he decided to In 1952, somebody with the Memphis Steam Launerect a much larger building at 941 Jefferson, in the dry — I like to think it was Heslep himself — came up heart of the present-day Medical Center, and the result with the unusual promotion shown here. They erected a is what you see here. billboard atop the left-field wall, presenting the batters with a special challenge: “Send It to the Laundry.” AnyOne detail that invariably comes up in any discussion one who clobbered the ball out of the park for a home above: An old postcard about Rozier’s enterprise is its location — right behind run got $200, a nice bonus in those days. But if they hit shows the Memphis Russwood Park, then this city’s minor-league baseball Steam Laundry shortly stadium. Originally constructed in 1896, owners had the actual sign — 475 feet from home plate — the player after it opened in 1927. expanded the ballpark over the years. By the 1950s, would pick up a whopping $1,000.

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According to Tina, only one player ever hit that sign.

“Ed White was my favorite Memphis Chicks ball player.

He hit the sign in 1955. I was very proud that my father got to present the $1,000 check to Ed.” She shared this old photo of that occasion.

White had been a star athlete at the University of Alabama, playing football and baseball. After college, he signed on as an outfielder with the Double-A Waterloo White Hawks before joining the Memphis Chicks in 1951. According to baseball-reference.com, “he was a .300-plus hitter for three straight years from 1953 to 1955. This earned him a short stay with the Chicago White Sox, his only time in the major leagues.”

After just one year, he returned to the Chicks, playing one year before the New York Giants acquired White in 1957. He didn’t stay there long, moving to the Sacramento Solons and the Minneapolis Millers. Despite playing in more than 900 minor-league games, White hung up his cleats in 1957, at the young age of 31, and took a job as a high school teacher and coach in Lakeland, Florida.

He died there in 1982 at the age of 56.

But wait: It seems Tina’s memory about White’s famous home run wasn’t accurate.

In my lonely nights in the Lauderdale Mansion, I recently pored over hundreds of old newspaper articles about the Memphis Chicks. Ed White was indeed quite a slugger, but he never managed to hit that laundry sign.

Instead, it was a teammate — Chicks first-baseman Jim Marshall — who did it during a game on May 6, 1956, against the Chattanooga Lookouts. The Chicks won that game 4-0, and The Commercial Appeal story makes his accomplishment (“the most valuable home run in Southern League history”) very clear, with a subhead reading: “First To Hit Sign.”

It was surely the highlight of Marshall’s only year with the Chicks. According to baseball-reference. com, after playing for other minor-league teams in

Albuquerque, Oakland, and Nashville, he joined the majors, where he played for the Chicago Cubs, Baltimore Orioles, and New York Mets. He even played for the Chunichi Dragons in Japan before retiring in 1965.

But what about the check presentation photo (above left)? The Memphis Steam Laundry was a very generous supporter of the Chicks, and that is indeed Robert Heslep with Ed White. A photographer clicked the shutter to record Tina’s father presenting the entire team — not just White — with a check for $8,300 as a reward for winning the 1955 Southern League pennant. As one of the Chick’s most popular players, it made a nice “photo op” to pose White as the recipient, but he had to share that money — enough to buy a house in the mid-1950s — with the other players.

Although the baseball stadium packed in the crowds for many games, and the laundry was an architectural gem, no trace remains of either place today. Russwood, an old-fashioned park with wooden bleachers and decking, burned to the ground after an exhibition game between the Chicago White Sox and the Cleveland Indians on the night of April 17, 1960. It remains one of our city’s most spectacular fires, the blaze so intense that Baptist Hospital, just across Madison, had to evacuate patients when the flames melted the windows.

The Memphis Steam Laundry’s demise wasn’t so dramatic. While Johnson and Russell called it “the best piece of eclectic architecture the city ever had,” a city planning official considered it “a monstrosity and an eyesore in the whole area where new buildings are going up.” In 1973, under the guise of “urban renewal,” bulldozers pulled down the “Venetian palace.”

“Why they could not have found a place in the Medical Center, many of us will never understand,” lamented Johnson and Russell in their book. Regional One Health stands on the laundry site today, and UTHSC buildings occupy the site of the old ballpark.

left: Robert Heslep, vice president of the Memphis Steam Laundry, presents Memphis Chicks outfielder Ed White with a check for the team winning the 1955 Southern League pennant. above: Players could pick up $1,000 if their home run hit the Steam Laundry sign outside left field (circled).

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Sabine Bachmann dishes tapas and tonics at Memphis’ newest Iberian restaurant.

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onica owner Sabine Bachmann didn’t necessarily set out to get into the restaurant business, but her love for all things food-related has led her to open multiple establishments in Memphis, most notably the populer Italian-inspired Ecco on Overton Park. When a building half a block from her flagship restaurant needed new tenants, she knew it was time to bring a different flavor of European cuisine to Memphis.

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Bachmann opened Tonica earlier this year at 1545 Overton Park in the Evergreen Historic District in Midtown. Since the doors opened in February, diners have been rushing through for a taste of Spain. “Things have been really good at Tonica,” she says.

“People are always curious about new places, but I feel we’ve been lucky in that we were crazy busy for quite a while. It toned down for a bit, but has picked up again.”

She’d had her eye on Tonica’s building when first thinking about where to open Ecco almost a decade ago, but the space didn’t quite fit the plans for that restau-

rant. However, when the former tenant, Parish Grocery, relocated to the Cooper-Young neighborhood in the spring of 2021, Bachmann pounced. “I wouldn’t say we had been planning to go into that space,” she says, “but when the opportunity presented itself, we said, ‘Why not?’”

Bachman n’s pathway to the hospitality industry came through wine. She originally worked as a wine rep for wholesalers in Memphis, but had always wanted to have her own business.

“There was a little-bitty space that opened up on North Front Street where the Blue Monkey is

now,” she says. “At the time, the “I like the idea of small plates,” laws were that you couldn’t taste she explains. “That’s how I like to wine in a liquor store, but you’d eat. I like to go to restaurants and be able to do so in a little restaujust have a bunch of appetizers rant. So that’s when I decided to rather than a big, full entree. And open my first venture, Fratelli’s, then with every appetizer I have in 2002.” a different glass of wine. I just enThat little deli eventually joy that. I think it makes for great wound up at Memphis Botanic conversation and it’s a change of pace. So tapas was the way to go Garden, and its success led Bachmann to open Ecco when we were setting and, more recently, Li- “For the most up Tonica.” bro inside Novel, the part, we’re trying A trip to Barcelona bookstore at Laurelallowed Bachmann to to provide food wood Shopping Center. become familiar with The Spanish-inspired that is very authe tastes and styles of Tonica was a logical thentic to Spain.” Spanish food before she next step considering tasked one of her sons, her European background and Armando Gagliano, with craftlove for food. Originally from the ing a menu. The many dishes at German city of Nordhorn, she her new restaurant encapsulate grew up taking frequent visits to the Mediterranean f lavors so southern France. She also lived common in Spain. “For the most in Italy while studying for veterpart, we’re trying to provide food inary school. It was, ironically, in that is very authentic to Spain,” Italy that she found her penchant she says “although we also have for the smaller, tapas-style dishes a few surprises that may not be offered at Spanish restaurants. as traditionally Spanish.” With so

Sabine Bachmann with sons Armando Gagliano (left) and John Paul Gagliano (right).

Not pictured is her third son, Mario Gagliano.

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above: The “Daybreaker” is made with Rives 1800 gin, Campari, grapefruit and hibiscus shrub, lime, honey, and cassia bark bitters. right: The paella uses bomba rice as the base. many choices of tapas, it’s easy to some vegetables, and any one of order plenty for the table. but we deep-fry them here, and the meats that we offer. I used to One of Bachmann’s mainstays put Maldon salt on. They’re delicious little things.” at Tonica are the croquetas de jamón make this all the time at home serrano. “They’re like these little While most of the dishes are in the oven. That’s harder to do béchamel bites,” she says, “you smaller portions, Tonica’s menu here at the restaurant, so we’ll let it get cold, and then you form includes a couple of entrees, like pre-make some of it during the them into these little balls or the barbacoa, a hearty helping day, put it in the pan later, heat shapes. You roll them in breadof Spanish-style barbecued beef. it up, and then put it in the oven for a short time to give it a crumbs or something little bit of a crust on top.” similar, and then deep- Something that surprised Bachmann when she visited fry them. When you Barcelona was the prevalence of gin and tonics — or It’s hard to go wrong with any of the tapas at bite into those things, as they call them in Spain, gin tonics. “Hence, the the béchamel is hot, name of our restaurant, Tonica,” says Bachmann.

Tonica. But as Bachmann and it’s a bit liquidy says, she especially enjoys again, and it’s fantastic. I love I chose to order a large tray of her small plates accompanied them. We make ours with serrapaella, one of the most classic of by a glass of wine. To share that no ham. This is something that I spanish dishes. I had the vegetaexperience with her diners, she encountered almost everywhere ble mix, but the restaurant also drew up an extensive wine list for I went in Spain.” serves it with chicken, shrimp, the restaurant, with almost evFor a mild kick, an intrigusausage, or all of the above. The ery bottle arriving straight from ing plate serves up pimientos: soft and velvety mix of rice and Spain. “Again, we really wanted peppers with flaky Maldon salt. veggies make for unfussy eating this to feel authentically Spanas the blend of herbs and spices According to Bachmann, diners ish,” she says. “So almost all of our frequently munch on padrón pepwafts up from the plate. Comwine is coming from the country. pers as a quick and easy snack panions should try a bite or two We do have a couple of Portuwith a bit of a bite to them. Since themselves; even though the guese wines, but you’re not going those peppers are very difficult menu lists the paella as an entree, to see any American or Italian to source here in the States, TonI found it easily shareable. varieties. It’s all Spanish here.”

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that you get here compare to Bordeauxs and Burgundies that go for, say, $200. And the Spanish wines are going to be way less expensive than that.” Her personal favorite is a bottle of Priorat, a dry red from the Catalan region.

For the warmer summer weather, she goes with the Emendis, a sparkling brut rosé fused with raspberry and currants; with its fruity finish, it’s perfect for patio sipping.

For the wine-averse, Tonica provides plenty of brightly colored cocktails, curated by food and beverage director Mary Connor Jones. The “Daybreaker” immediately caught my eye with its arresting purple shade and grapefruit-slice garnish. Made with Rives 1800 gin, Campari, grapefruit and hibiscus shrub, lime, honey, and cassia bark bitters, the tart concoction balanced the savory tapas, and also made me rethink my usual avoidance of gin.

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and tonics — or as they call them in Spain, gin tonics. “Hence, the name of our restaurant, Tonica,” says Bachmann. “They’re a little bit different over there. So here, we make our own bitters, and put in herbs, spices, and all kinds of things, which make them really special and really good.” The restaurant also makes its own red and white sangria in house, and there are plenty of sherries as aperitifs, along with a few sweeter options to be enjoyed as a dessert beverage.

While Tonica’s menu is settled for the time being, Bachmann eventually wants to expand their offerings and provide different tastes to diners. “It won’t always be the same, because honestly, when the restaurant is open, I come and eat here almost every night. So if I’m doing that, I cannot eat the same thing over and over again,” she laughs. “We will eventually add a couple of things, but we wanted to become just very, very good at what we’re doing now before we expand.”

From her restaurants’ successes, it’s clear that Bachmann is very good at what she does. Helping her oversee her own miniature European restaurant empire are her three sons, Armando, Mario, and John-Paul Gagliano, who all lend their cooking and management expertise. “Overall it’s great, working with them,” she says. “My sons are all hard workers and I can trust them, they know what they’re doing, and they have the best interest of the business at heart. But then of course it’s family, right? So, even though once in a while there are moments, overall I enjoy it very much. All of them do a really fantastic job. I couldn’t be happier with them.”

That joy, both of food and family, manifests itself in the Tonica space. While previous establish-

SAM’S PICKS Tapas can be tough for the indecisive diner! While everything is good, here are three starter options.

CROQUETAS DE JAMÓN SERRANO - $8 One of Bachmann’s favorites, and now one of mine. Béchamel bites are an apt description for the three little snacks.

I wasn’t quite sure what to expect as I bit into my first one, but with the soft, milky texture inside and the crunchy breadcrumb exterior, I felt as if I’d fallen into a Spanish fusion of a tater tot and a mozzarella stick.

ments at 1545 Overton Park were perhaps a bit dim, the interior has been transformed. Numerous windows let in plenty of light, while hanging greenery gives the inside a lush, natural feel. The bar room has a couple of small tables, while next door is a larger dining space, in addition to an outdoor back alley when the weather is good. A speaker system provides

ALIUTAS DE POLLO - $10

I don’t think of chicken wings as a Spanish dish. But what I do know is that if wings are on the menu, I need to try them. “We have a couple things on here that aren’t very Spanish, and these are one of them,” says Bachmann.

“But they’re so good, and I eat them almost every time.” These wings aren’t traditional buffalo-style; rather, the sauce is made with Calabrian peppers from southern Italy. The crispy wings do have a bit of a kick, but there’s a bit of a sweetness to the mixture as well. Still, if you can’t handle the spice, dip them into the house-made blue cheese dressing, and chase them with the included carrots and green pepper slices.

quiet and upbeat guitar thrums to diners while they eat, flamenco chords lulling and crescendoing in perfect tribute to an evening spent sipping drinks in the Spanish Riviera and beyond. Perhaps all that’s missing are the claps and stomps that accompany such a live flamenco performance. For a moment, you may just forget that you’re in Memphis.

PATATAS BRAVAS - $7

A traditional Catalan dish, this spicy potato tapa is simple, yet oh-so-delicious.

The small potato chunks are fried in oil before being tossed with an assortment of spicy sauce and aioli. Forget french fries; this potato snack needs to be on more menus in the U.S.

Tonica is open from 4:30 until closing (hours vary), Thursday through Sunday. 1545 Overton Park Ave. 4747693. tonicamemphis.com

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FISHBOWL AT THE PYRAMID—Burgers, fish dishes, sandwiches, and more served in a unique “underwater” setting.

Bass Pro, 1 Bass Pro Drive, 291-8000. B, L, D, X, $-$$ FLIGHT RESTAURANT & WINE BAR—Serves steaks and seafood, along with such specialties as bison ribeye and Muscovy duck, all matched with appropriate emphis magazine offers this curated restaurant listing as a service wines. 39 S. Main. 521-8005. D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ to our readers. Broken down alphabetically by neighborhoods, this directory does FLYING FISH—Serves up fried and grilled versions of shrimp, not list every restaurant in town. It does, however, include the magazine’s “Top 50” choices crab, oysters, fish tacos, and catfish; also chicken and burgers. 105 S. Second. 522-8228. L, D, X, $-$$ of must-try restaurants in Memphis, a group that is updated every August. Establishments GOOD FORTUNE CO.—Authentic handcrafted nooopen less than a year are not eligible for “Top 50” but are noted as “New.” This guide also dles, ramen, and dumplings. 361 S. Main. 561-306-4711. includes a representative sampling of other Bluff City eating establishments. No fast-food L, D, $-$$ facilities or cafeterias are listed. Restaurants are included regardless of whether they advertise THE GENRE—Burgers, tenders, catfish, and plenty of vegan options made to order at this music-themed in Memphis magazine; those that operate in multiple locations are listed under the neighborhood restaurant/lounge. 200 Poplar, Suite 105. 410-8169. B, L, of their original location. This guide is updated regularly, but we recommend that you call D, $-$$ ahead to check on hours, prices, or other details. Suggestions from readers are welcome; please THE GRAY CANARY—The sixth restaurant from chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman, offering small plates contact Samuel X. Cicci at scicci@contemporary-media.com. and entrees cooked on an open flame. Oysters, octopus, and hearty steaks are among the menu options at this eatery in CAROLINA WATERSHED—This indoor/outdoor eatery, set DOWNTOWN Old Dominick Distillery. Closed Mon. 301 S. Front. 466-6324. D, WB, around silos, features reimagined down-home classics, including 117 PRIME—Restaurateurs Craig Blondis and Roger Sapp team X, MRA, $-$$$ fried green tomatoes with smoked catfish, a buttermilk fried up with Chef Ryan Trimm to recreate the traditional American GRECIAN GOURMET TAVERNA—Serves traditional chicken sandwich, burgers, and more. Closed Mon.-Thurs. 141 E. steakhouse. Serving oysters on the half shell and a variety of surf favorites like spanakopita, pastitso, moussaka, and hand-rolled Carolina. 321-5553. L, D, WB, $-$$ and turf options. 117 Union. 433-9851. L, D, WB, X, $-$$$ dolmathes, as well as lamb sliders and pita nachos. Closed Mon. CATHERINE & MARY’S—A variety of pastas, grilled ALDO’S PIZZA PIES—Serving gourmet pizzas — 412 S. Main. 249-6626. L, D, X, $ quail, pâté, razor clams, and monkfish are among the including Mr. T Rex — salads, and more. Also 30 beers, GUS’S WORLD FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN—Serves dishes served at this Italian restaurant in the Chisca. 272 S. bottled or on tap. 100 S. Main. 577-7743; 752 S. Cooper. chicken with signature spicy batter, along with homeMain. 254-8600. D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ 725-7437. L, D, X, $-$$ made beans, slaw, and pies. 310 S. Front. 527-4877; 3100 CHEF TAM’S UNDERGROUND CAFE—Serves Southern staples THE ARCADE—Possibly Memphis’ oldest cafe.

Forest Hill Irene (Germantown). 853-6005; 2965 N. Germantown with a Cajun twist. Menu items include totchoes, jerk wings, fried Specialties include sweet potato pancakes, a fried peaPkwy. (Cordova). 373-9111; 730 S. Mendenhall. 767-2323; 505 chicken, and “muddy” mac and cheese. Closed Sun. and Mon. 668 nut butter and banana sandwich, and breakfast served Highway 70 W., Mason, TN. 901-294Union Ave. 207-6182. L, D, $ all day. 540 S. Main. 526-5757. B, L, D (Thurs.-Sat.), X, MRA, $ 2028. L, D, X, MRA, $ CHEZ PHILIPPE—Classical/ DINING SYMBOLS AUTOMATIC SLIM’S—Longtime Downtown favorite specializes HAPPY MEXICAN—Serves quesadillas, contemporary French cuisine in contemporary American cuisine emphasizing local ingredients; burritos, chimichangas, vegetable presented in a luxurious atmoB — breakfast also extensive martini list. 83 S. Second. 525-7948. L, D, WB, X, and seafood dishes, and more. 385 S. sphere with a seasonal menu focused on L — lunch MRA, $-$$$ Second. 529-9991; 6080 Primacy Pkwy. local/regional cuisine. The crown jewel of D — dinner BACKLOT SANDWICH SHOP—Big sandwiches, breakfast 683-0000; 7935 Winchester. 751-5353.

The Peabody for 35 years. Afternoon tea SB — Sunday brunch bowls, and build-your-own-biscuits for breakfast, lunch, and an L, D, X, $ served Wed.-Sat., 1-3:30 p.m. (reservaearly supper. 265 S. Front St. 509-8612. B, L, D, $ WB — weekend brunch HU. ROOF—Rooftop cocktail bar with tions required). Closed Sun.-Tues. The BARDOG TAVERN—Classic American grill with Italian X— wheelchair accessible superb city views serves toasts with a Peabody, 149 Union. 529-4188. D, X, MRA, influence, Bardog offers pasta specialties such as Grandma’s NJ variety of toppings including beef tartare $$$$ MRA — member, Memphis Meatballs, as well as salads, sliders, sandwiches, and daily spewith cured egg, cognac, and capers CIMAS—It’s breakfast tacos, shrimp and Restaurant Association cials. 73 Monroe. 275-8752. B (Mon.-Fri.), L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$ or riced cauliflower with yellow curry, grits, chilaquiles verdes, and plenty of $ — under $15 per person without BEDROCK EATS & SWEETS—Memphis’ only Paleo-centric currants, and almonds. Also salads, fish other Southern and Latin-American twists drinks or desserts restaurant, offering such dishes as pot roast, waffles, enchiladas, tacos, and boiled peanut hummus. 79 at the Hyatt Centric. 33 Beale St. 444-3232. $$ — under $25 chicken salad, omelets, and more. Closed for dinner Sun. 327 S. Madison. 333-1229. D, $ B, L, D, $-$$$ Main. 409-6433. B, L, D, X, $-$$ $$$ — $26-$50 HUSTLE & DOUGH BAKERY THE CLOVER CLUB— BELLE TAVERN—Serving elevated bar food, including a $$$$ — over $50 & CAFE—Flaky, baked breakfast Southern fusion and internabutcher board with a variety of meats and cheeses, as well as goodness every day with fresh tionally-inspired small plates daily specials. 117 Barboro Alley. 249-6580. L (Sun.), D, MRA, $ pastries, sandwiches, and more at Arrive Hotel. 477 S. Main St., at Hotel Indigo. 22 N. B.B. King.

BEN YAY’S GUMBO SHOP—Spiritual successor to DejaVu, 701-7577. B, L, X, $ COZY CORNER—Serving up ribs, pork sandwiches, offering fresh and authentic Creole staples. 51 S. Main St., 779INKWELL—Unique craft concoctions, charcuterie plates, chicken, spaghetti, and more; also homemade banana 4125. L, D, X, $-$$ flatbreads, and sandwiches at this dope cocktail bar. pudding. Closed Mon. 745 N. Parkway and Manassas.

BISHOP—Ticer and Hudman’s newest venture at the Central Closed Mon.-Tue. 631 Madison Ave. 334-9411. D, $-$$ 527-9158. L, D, $ Station Hotel features upscale dishes in a French brasserie style.

ITTA BENA—Southern and Cajun-American cuisine served here, CURFEW—An elevated sports bar/American tavern concept by Top 545 S. Main St., 524-5247. L, D, X, $$-$$$ conveniently located above B.B. King’s Blues Club on Beale St.; Chef contestant Fabio Viviani at the Canopy Memphis Downtown BLEU—This eclectic restaurant features American food with specialties are duck and waffles and shrimp and grits, along with hotel. 164 Union Ave. B, L, D, X, $-$$ global influences and local ingredients. Among the specialties are steaks, chops, seafood, and pasta. 145 Beale St. 578-3031. D, X, EVELYN & OLIVE—Jamaican/Southern fusion cuisine includes a 14-oz. bone-in ribeye and several seafood dishes. 221 S. Third, MRA, $$-$$$ such dishes as Kingston stew fish, Rasta Pasta, and jerk rib-eye. in the Westin Memphis Beale St. Hotel. 334-5950. B, L, D, WB, X, KING & UNION BAR GROCERY—Classic Southern favorites Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Sun.-Mon. 630 Madison.

MRA, $$-$$$ including catfish plate, pimento cheese, po-boys, chicken & 748-5422. L, D, X, $ BLUEFIN RESTAURANT & SUSHI LOUNGE—Serves waffles. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with cocktails FAM—Casual Asian restaurant serves sushi rice bowls, noodle Japanese fusion cuisine featuring seafood and steak, with served with flair and favorite Memphis beers. Locally made bowls, sushi rolls, and spring rolls. Closed Sun. 149 Madison; 521 S. seasonally changing menu; also a sushi bar. 135 S. Main. 528-1010. confections available in the grocery. 185 Union Ave. 523-8500. B, Highland. 701-6666. L, D, X, $ L, D, X, $-$$ L, D, $-$$ FANCY'S FISH HOUSE—Serving chef-inspired favorites BRASS DOOR IRISH PUB—Irish and New-American cuisine KOOKY CANUCK—Offers prime rib, catfish, and burgers, at One Beale, including fresh, daily-caught fish and seaincludes such entrees as fish and chips, burgers, shepherd’s pie, including the 4-lb. “Kookamonga”; also late-night menu. 87 S. food, a raw bar, and signature dishes from the grill, with all-day Irish breakfast, and more. 152 Madison. 572-1813. L, D, Second. 578-9800; 1250 N. Germantown Pkwy. 1-800-2453 L, D, fabulous river views from the dining room and patio. 1 Dr. Martin SB, $-$$ X, MRA, $-$$$ Luther King Jr. Ave. #1. 589-3474. L, D, $$-$$$$

BY THE BREWERY—Breakfast and lunch café, with a focus LITTLE BETTIE—New Haven-style pizzas and snacks from the FELICIA SUZANNE’S—Southern cuisine with on Southern-style biscuits, salads, and soups. 496 Tennessee St. Andrew-Michael team at Wiseacre’s Downtown location. 398 S. low-country, Creole, and Delta influences, using regional 310-4341. B, L, $ B.B. King Blvd. 334-9411. L, D, $-$$ fresh seafood, local beef, and locally grown foods. Entrees CAFE KEOUGH—European-style cafe serving quiche, paninis, THE LITTLE TEA SHOP—Downtown institution include shrimp and grits. Closed Sun. and Mon. A Downtown staple salads, and more. 12 S. Main. 509-2469. B, L, D, X, $ serves up Southern comfort cooking, including meatloaf at Brinkley Plaza, 383 S. Main. 523-0877. L (Fri. only), D, X, MRA, CAPRICCIO GRILL ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE—Offers prime and such veggies as turnip greens, yams, okra, and $$-$$$ steaks, fresh seafood (lobster tails, grouper, mahi mahi), pasta, tomatoes. Closed Sat.-Sun. 69 Monroe. 525-6000, L, X, $ FERRARO’S PIZZERIA & PUB—Rigatoni and tortellini are and several Northern Italian specialties. 149 Union, The Peabody.

LOCAL—Entrees with a focus on locally sourced products include among the pasta entrees here, along with pizzas (whole or by the 529-4199. B, L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$$ lobster mac-and-cheese and rib-eye patty melt; menu differs by slice) with a variety of toppings. 111 Jackson. 522-2033. L, D, X, $

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location. 95 S. Main. 473-9573; 2126 Madison. 725-1845. L, D, WB, X, $-$$ LOFLIN YARD—Beer garden and restaurant serves vegetarian fare and smoked-meat dishes, including beef brisket and pork tenderloin, cooked on a custom-made grill. Closed Mon.-Tues. 7 W. Carolina. 249-3046. L (Sat. and Sun.), D, MRA, $-$$ LONGSHOT—Chef David Todd has something for everyone with a wide variety of international fusion dishes, and a side of shuffleboard. 477 S. Main. D, $-$$ THE LOOKOUT AT THE PYRAMID—Serves seafood and Southern fare, including cornmeal-fried oysters, sweet tea brined chicken, and elk chops. 1 Bass Pro Dr. 620-4600/2918200. L, D, X, $-$$$ LUCY’S—Hu. Hotel’s downstairs diner serves up breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Start your day with a Hu. breakfast burrito, or Lucy’s Burger for a late-night bite 3 S. Main. 3331200. B, L, D, X, $-$$ LUNA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE—Serving a limited menu of breakfast and lunch items. Dinner entrees include citrus glaze salmon and Cajun stuffed chicken. 179 Madison (Hotel Napoleon). 526-0002. B, D (Mon.-Sat.), X, $-$$$ MACIEL’S—Entrees include tortas, fried taco plates, quesadillas, chorizo and pastor soft tacos, salads, and more. Downtown closed Sun. 45 S. Main.

526-0037, X, MRA, $ THE MAJESTIC GRILLE—Features aged steaks, fresh seafood, and such specialties as roasted chicken and grilled pork tenderloin; offers a pre-theater menu and classic cocktails. Well-stocked bar. 145 S. Main. 522-8555. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$$ McEWEN’S—Southern/American cuisine with international flavors; specialties include steak and seafood, sweet potato-crusted catfish with macaroni and cheese, and more. Closed Sun., Monroe location. 120 Monroe.

Temporarily closed for renovations. 527-7085; 1110 Van Buren (Oxford). 662-234-7003. L, D, SB (Oxford only), X, MRA, $$-$$$ MESQUITE CHOP HOUSE—The focus here is on steaks, including prime fillet, rib-eyes, and prime-aged New York strip; also, some seafood options. 5960 Getwell (Southaven).

662-890-2467; 88 Union. 527-5337; 3165 Forest Hill-Irene (Germantown). 249-5661. D, SB (Germantown), X, $$-$$$ MOLLIE FONTAINE LOUNGE—Specializes in tapas (small plates) featuring global cuisine. Closed Sun.-Tues. 679 Adams Ave. 524-1886. D, X, MRA, $ MOMMA’S ROADHOUSE—This diner and dive at Highway 55 serves up hot and crispy fried chicken wings, among other solid bar food options. Temporarily closed. 855 Kentucky. 207-5111. L, D, MRA, $ THE NINE THAI & SUSHI—Serving authentic Thai dishes, including curries, as well as a variety of sushi rolls. Closed for lunch Sat. and Sun. 121 Union. 208-8347. L, D, X, $-$$ THE PARAMOUNT—Fried green tomato and crab beignet small plates to grilled lamb loin, cowboy ribeye, and an extensive cocktail list. Closed Sun/Mon. 265 S. Front. 410-8169. D, $-$$$$ PAULETTE’S—Presents fine dining with a Continental flair, including such entrees as filet Paulette with butter cream sauce and crabmeat and spinach crepes; also changing daily specials and great views. River Inn. 50 Harbor Town Square. 260-3300. B, L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$$ PEARL’S OYSTER HOUSE—Downtown eatery serving seafood, including oysters, crawfish, and stuffed butterfly shrimp, as well as beef, chicken, and pasta dishes. 299 S. Main.

522-9070; 8106 Cordova Center Dr. (Cordova). 425-4797. L, D, SB, X, $-$$$ PONTOTOC LOUNGE—Upscale restaurant and jazz bar serves such starters as alligator filet fritters; entrees include Mississippi pot roast with jalapeño cornbread and tagliatelle with braised beef. 314 S. Main. 207-7576. D, X, $-$$ RAW GIRLS—Raw and hot plant-based food alongside coldpressed juices made from seasonal, locally grown sources. Closed Sun. 150 Peabody Pl., Suite 118. 207-5463. B, L, D, $-$$ REGINA’S—New Orleans-inspired eatery offering po’boys, Cajun nachos topped with crawfish tails, catfish platters, oysters, and more. Closed Mon. 60 N. Main. 730-0384. B, L, D, SB, X, $-$$ RENDEZVOUS, CHARLES VERGOS’—Menu items include barbecued ribs, cheese plates, skillet shrimp, red beans and rice, and Greek salads. Closed Sun.-Mon. 52 S. Second. 523-2746. L (Fri.-Sat.), D, X, $-$$ SABOR CARIBE—Serving up “Caribbean flavors” with dishes from Colombia, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, and Cuba. Closed Sunday. 662 Madison. 949-8100. L, D, X, $

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The Memphis Dining Guide SAGE—Restaurant and lounge features daily lunch specials and tapas with such dishes as braised short ribs, teriyaki pulled pork, and the Sage burger made with Angus beef, avocado mash, fried egg, and flash-fried sage. 94 S. Main. 672-7902. L, D, WB, X, $-$$ SILLY GOOSE LOUNGE—Gourmet, wood-fired pizzas and hand-crafted cocktails at this Downtown restaurant and lounge.

150 Peabody Place, Suite 111. 435-6915. L, D, X, $ SLEEP OUT LOUIE’S—Oyster bar with such specialties as chargrilled Roquefort oysters and gulf oysters on the half shell with Prosecco mignonette; also serves flatbread pizzas and a variety of sandwiches. 150 Peabody Place, Suite 111. 707-7180. L, D, X, $ SOUTH MAIN SUSHI & GRILL—Serving sushi, nigiri, and more. 520 S. Main. 249-2194. L, D, X, $ SOB—Elevated gastropub that serves favorites like general Tso’s cauliflower or duck fried rice. 345 S. Main. 526-0388. L, D, WB, X, $-$$ SOUTH POINT GROCERY—Fresh and delicious sandwiches made to order at Downtown's new grocery market. 136 Webster Ave. B, L, D, $ SUGAR GRITS—Who said breakfast has to be in the morning?

The Westmorelands offer grits and other breakfast goodness all day long, in addition to other Southern-style lunch and dinner options. 150 Peabody Pl., Suite 111. 249-5206. B, L, D, $-$$ SUNRISE MEMPHIS—Serves breakfast all day, including house-made biscuits, frittatas, kielbasa or boudin plates, and breakfast platters. 670 Jefferson. 552-3144. B, L, X, MRA, $ TERRACE—Creative American and Continental cuisine includes such dishes as filet mignon, beef or lamb sliders, chicken satay, and mushroom pizzetta. Rooftop, River Inn of Harbor Town, 50 Harbor Town Square. 260-3366. D, X, MRA, $$ TEXAS DE BRAZIL—Serves beef, pork, lamb, and chicken dishes, and Brazilian sausage; also a salad bar with extensive toppings. 150 Peabody Place, Suite 103. 526-7600. L (Wed.-Fri.), D, SB, X, $$-$$$ TUG’S—Famous for New Orleans gumbo, fabulous burgers, fried thin catfish, and specialty pancakes. Now serving Grisanti Crafted Pizza. 51 Harbor Town Square. 260-3344. B, L, D, WB, X, $$-$$$ THE VAULT—Oysters, shrimp beignets, flatbreads, stuffed cornish hen, and Smash Burger featured on “Late Nite Eats” are among the dishes offered at this Creole/Italian fusion eatery. 124 G.E. Patterson. 591-8000. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$ WAHLBURGERS WILD—Wahlburgers brings its classic menu, but with a few gamey twists at the Bass Pro Pyramid. 1 Bass Pro Drive. B, L, D, $-$$ WESTY’S—Extensive menu includes a variety of wild rice dishes, sandwiches, plate lunches, and hot fudge pie. 346 N. Main.

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MIDTOWN (INCLUDES THE MEDICAL CENTER) ABNER'S FAMOUS CHICKEN—Fried chicken tenders and dipping sauces galore at this Mid-South staple. 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 137. 425-2597; (East Memphis) 1591 Poplar Ave. 509-3351; (Cordova) 1100 N. Germantown Pkwy. 754-5355. L, D, $-$$ ABYSSINIA RESTAURANT—Ethiopian/Mediterranean menu includes beef, chicken, lamb, fish entrees, and vegetarian dishes; also a lunch buffet. 2600 Poplar. 321-0082. L, D, X, $-$$ ALCHEMY—Southern fusion, locally grown cuisine features small and large plates; among the offerings are pan-seared hanger steak, quail, and lamb chops; also handcrafted cocktails and local craft beers. 940 S. Cooper. 726-4444. D, SB, X, $-$$ ART BAR—Inventive cocktails feature locally foraged ingredients; snacks include house-cured salt & vinegar potato chips and herb-roasted olives. Closed Mon. 1350 Concourse Avenue #280.

507-8030. D, X, $ BABALU TACOS & TAPAS—This eatery dishes up Spanish-style tapas with Southern flair; also taco and enchilada of the day; specials change daily. 2115 Madison. 274-0100; 6450 Poplar, 4108909. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$ BACK DO / MI YARD—A revamped patio space behind The Beauty Shop features rotisserie meats and fishes via Brazilian-style outdoor grill. Dinner Wed.-Sat., weather permitting. 966 S. Cooper, 272-7111. D, X, $$ BAIN BARBECUE & BAKERY—Brian Bain’s popular Texas-style barbecue is back, alongside an assortment of baked goods. 993 S. Cooper. 310-4141. B, L, $-$$ BAR DKDC—Features an ever-changing menu of international “street food,” from Thai to Mexican, Israeli to Indian, along with specialty cocktails. 964 S. Cooper. 272-0830. D, X, MRA, $ BAR KEOUGH—It’s old-school eats and cocktails at the new Cooper-Young neighborhood corner bar by Kevin Keough. 247 Cooper St. D, X, $

BAR-B-Q SHOP—Dishes up barbecued ribs, spaghetti, bologna, other classics. Closed Sun. 1782 Madison. 2721277. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ BARI RISTORANTE ENOTECA—Authentic Southeastern Italian cuisine (Puglia) emphasizes lighter entrees. Serves fresh fish and beef dishes and a homemade soup of the day. 524 S. Cooper.

722-2244. D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ BARKSDALE RESTAURANT—Old-school diner serving breakfast and Southern plate lunches. 237 S. Cooper. 722-2193. B, L, D, X, $ BAYOU BAR & GRILL—New Orleans fare at this Overton Square eatery includes jambalaya, gumbo, catfish Acadian, shrimp dishes, red beans and rice, and muffalettas. 2094 Madison. 278-8626. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$ BEAUTY SHOP—Modern American cuisine with international flair served in a former beauty shop. Serves steaks, salads, pasta, and seafood, including pecancrusted golden sea bass. Perennial “Best Brunch” winner. Closed for dinner Sunday. 966 S. Cooper. 272-7111. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ BELLY ACRES—At this festive Overton Square eatery, milkshakes, floats, and burgers rule. Burgers are updated with contemporary toppings like grilled leeks, braised tomatoes, and sourdough or brioche buns. 2102 Trimble Pl. 529-7017. L, D, X, $ BOSCOS—Tennessee’s first craft brewery serves a variety of freshly brewed beers as well as wood-fired oven pizzas, pasta, seafood, steaks, and sandwiches. 2120 Madison. 432-2222. L, D, SB (with live jazz), X, MRA, $-$$ BOUNTY ON BROAD—Offering family-style dining, Bounty serves small plates and family-sized platters, with such specialties as chicken-fried quail and braised pork shank. 2519 Broad. 410-8131. L (Sat. and Sun.), D (Mon.-Sat.), SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ BROADWAY PIZZA—Serving a variety of pizzas, including the Broadway Special, as well as sandwiches, salads, wings, and soul-food specials. 2581 Broad. 454-7930; 627 S. Mendenhall.

207-1546. L, D, X, $-$$ CAFE 1912—French/American bistro owned by culinary pioneer Glenn Hays serving such seafood entrees as seared sea scallops with charred cauliflower purée and chorizo cumin sauce; also crepes, salads, and onion soup gratinée.

243 S. Cooper. 722-2700. D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ CAFE BROOKS BY CITY & STATE—Serving grab-and-go pastries, as well as lunch items. Menu includes soups, salads, and sandwiches, such as the Modern Reuben and Grown-Up Grilled Cheese. 1934 Poplar (Memphis Brooks Museum of Art). 544-6200.

B, L, X, $ CAFE ECLECTIC—Omelets and chicken and waffles are among menu items, along with quesadillas, sandwiches, wraps, and burgers. Menu varies by location. 603 N. McLean. 725-1718; 111 Harbor Town Square. 590-4645. B, L, D, SB, X, MRA, $ CAFE OLÉ—This eatery specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine; one specialty is the build-your-own quesadilla. 959 S. Cooper.

343-0103. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$ CAFE PALLADIO—Serves gourmet salads, soups, sandwiches, and desserts in a tea room inside the antiques shop. Closed Sun. 2169 Central. 278-0129. L, X, $ CAFE SOCIETY—With Belgian and classic French influences, serves Wagyu beef, chicken, and seafood dishes, including bacon-wrapped shrimp, along with daily specials and vegetarian entrees. Closed for lunch Sat.-Sun. 212 N. Evergreen. 722-2177. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ CAMEO—Three longtime Memphis bartenders join forces for creative cocktails, cheese boards, snacks, and Sunday brunch. 1835 Union Ave., Suite 3. 305-6511. D, SB, $-$$ CELTIC CROSSING—Specializes in Irish and American pub fare.

Entrees include shepherd’s pie, shrimp and sausage coddle, and fish and chips. 903 S. Cooper. 274-5151. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$ CENTRAL BBQ—Serves ribs, smoked hot wings, pulled pork sandwiches, chicken, turkey, nachos, and portobello sandwiches. Offers both pork and beef barbecue. 2249 Central Ave. 272-9377; 4375 Summer Ave. 767-4672; 147 E. Butler. 672-7760 ; 6201 Poplar. 417-7962. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ COMPLICATED PILGRIM—Quick serve coffee shop, bar, and restaurant all in one at The Memphian hotel. 21 S. Cooper St. 601-909-5820. B, L, D, $-$$ THE COVE—Nautical-themed restaurant and bar serving oysters, pizzas, and more. The Stoner Pie, with tamales and fritos, is a popular dish. 2559 Broad. 730-0719. L, D, $ THE CRAZY NOODLE—Korean noodle dishes range from bibam beef noodle with cabbage, carrots, and other vegetables, to curry chicken noodle; also rice cakes served

in a flavorful sauce. Closed for lunch Sat.-Sun. 2015 Madison. 2720928. L, D, X, $ ECCO—Mediterranean-inspired specialties range from rib-eye steak to seared scallops to housemade pastas and a grilled vegetable plate; also a Saturday brunch. Closed Sun.-Mon. 1585 Overton Park. 410-8200. B, L, D, X, $-$$ FABIOLA’S KITCHEN—Longtime caterer Fabiola Francis serves up burgers, tacos, fish, and much more. 1353 Jackson Ave. B, L, $ FARM BURGER—Serves grass-fed, freshly ground, locally sourced burgers; also available with chicken, pork, or veggie quinoa patties, with such toppings as aged white cheddar, kale coleslaw, and roasted beets. 1350 Concourse Avenue, Suite 175.

800-1851. L, D, X, $ THE FARMER AT RAILGARTEN—Mac Edwards comes out of retirement with classics including pan-seared catfish, gulf shrimp and grits, or a Gibson donut bread pudding. Closed Mon./Tue. 2166 Central. 313-0087. D, $-$$ FINO’S ITALIAN DELI & CATERING—The newly revived Fino’s offers the old favorites such as the Acquisto as well as a new breakfast menu. 1853 Madison. 272-FINO. B, L, D, X, $ FLAME RAMEN—Traditional Japanese ramen restaurant serving up bowls of noodles in Midtown. 1838 Union Ave. 779-8666. D, $-$$ FLIP SIDE—Pinball meets pub in the Crosstown neighborhood, with plenty of games alongside a Caribbean- and Latin-inspired menu. Closed Mon. 1349 Autumn Ave. L, D, $-$$ FRIDA’S—Mexican cuisine and Tex-Mex standards, including chimichangas, enchiladas, and fajitas; seafood includes shrimp and tilapia. 1718 Madison. 244-6196. L, D, X, $-$$ GLOBAL CAFÉ—This international food hall hosts three immigrant/refugee food entrepreneurs serving Venezuelan, Sudanese, and Syrian cuisines. Samosas, shawarma, and kabobs are among the menu items. Closed Mon. 1350 Concourse Avenue, Suite 157. L, D, X, MRA, $ GOLDEN INDIA—Northern Indian specialties include tandoori chicken as well as lamb, beef, shrimp, and vegetarian dishes. 2097 Madison. 728-5111. L, D, X, $-$$ GROWLERS—Sports bar and eatery serves standard bar fare in addition to pasta, tacos, chicken and waffles, and light options.

1911 Poplar. 244-7904. L, D, X, $-$$ HATTIE B’S—Fried chicken spot features “hot chicken” with a variety of heat levels; from no heat to “shut the cluck up” sauce.

Sides include greens, pimento mac-and-cheese, and black-eyed pea salad. 596 S. Cooper. 424-5900. L, D, X, $ HUEY’S—This family-friendly restaurant offers 13 different burgers, a variety of sandwiches, and delicious soups and salads. 1927 Madison. 726-4372; 1771 N. Germantown Pkwy. (Cordova). 754-3885; 77 S. Second (Downtown). 527-2700; 2130 W. Poplar (Collierville). 854-4455; 7090 Malco Blvd.

(Southaven). 662-349-7097; 7825 Winchester. 624-8911; 4872 Poplar. 682-7729; 7677 Farmington Blvd. (Germantown). 318-3030; 8570 Highway 51 N. (Millington). 873-5025. L, D, X, MRA, $ IMAGINE VEGAN CAFE—Dishes at this fully vegan restaurant range from salads and sandwiches to full dinners, including eggplant parmesan and “beef” tips and rice; breakfast all day Sat. and Sun. 2158 Young. 654-3455. L, D, WB, X, $ INDIA PALACE—Tandoori chicken, lamb shish kabobs, and chicken tikka masala are among the entrees; also, vegetarian options and a daily all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. 1720 Poplar.

278-1199. L, D, X, $-$$ INSPIRE COMMUNITY CAFE—Serving breakfast all day, in addition to quesadillas, rice bowls, and more for lunch and dinner.

510 Tillman, Suite 110. 509-8640. B, L, D, X, $ KNIFEBIRD—Neighborhood wine bar boasts plenty of flights, cocktails, and mocktails alongside bruschetta and charcuterie boards. Closed Sun. 2155 Central Ave. 748-5425. D, $-$$$ LAFAYETTE’S MUSIC ROOM—Serves such Southern cuisine as po’boys, shrimp and grits, and wood-fired pizzas. 2119 Madison.

207-5097. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$ LBOE—Gourmet burger joint serves locally sourced ground beef burgers, with options like the Mac-N-Cheese Burger and Caprese.

Black bean and turkey patties available. 2021 Madison. 725-0770.

L, D, X, $ THE LIQUOR STORE—Renovated liquor store turned diner serves all-day breakfast, sandwiches, and entrees such as Salisbury steak and smothered pork chops. Closed for dinner Sun.-Mon. 2655 Broad. 405-5477. B, L, D, X, $-$$ LITTLE ITALY—Serving New York-style pizza as well as subs and pasta dishes. 1495 Union. 725-0280; L, D, X, $-$$

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MAXIMO’S ON BROAD—Serving a tapas menu that features creative fusion cuisine; entrees include veggie paella and fish of the day. Closed Mon. 2617 Broad Ave. 452-1111. D, SB, X, $-$$ MEMPHIS PIZZA CAFE—Homemade pizzas are specialties; also serves sandwiches, calzones, and salads. 2087 Madison. 726-5343; 5061 Park Ave. 684-1306; 7604 W. Farmington (Germantown). 7532218; 797 W. Poplar (Collierville). 861-7800; 5627 Getwell (Southaven).

662-536-1364. L, D, X, $-$$ MEMPHIS WHISTLE—Cocktails, cocktails, and even more delicious cocktails alongside burgers, sandwiches, and other tasty snacks. 2299 Young Ave. Closed Mon.-Tue. 236-7136. D, $-$$ MIDPOINTE FROM EDGE ALLEY—Edge Alley’s sister cafe at the Ballet Memphis headquarters focuses on freshness for its breakfast, lunch, and happy hour tapas. Closed Sun.-Mon. 2144 Madison Ave. 425-2605. B, L, X, $ MOLLY’S LA CASITA—Homemade tamales, fish tacos, a vegetarian combo, and bacon-wrapped shrimp are a few of the specialties. 2006 Madison. 726-1873. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ PANTÀ—Small, Catalan-inspired plates by Kelly English in the former Restaurant Iris space. 2146 Monroe Ave. Closed Mon.-Wed. 590-2828. L, D, $-$$.

PARISH GROCERY—Shrimp? Roast beef? Oysters? Whatever type of po’boy you want, the New Orleans-themed eatery has got it. Closed Monday. 916 S. Cooper St. 207-4347. L, D, X, $-$$ PAYNE’S BAR-B-QUE—Opened in 1972, this family-owned barbecue joint serves ribs, smoked sausage, and chopped pork sandwiches with a standout mustard slaw and homemade sauce. About as down-to-earth as it gets. 1762 Lamar. 272-1523. L, D, $-$$ PIZZERIA TRASIMENO—Small pizzas baked in wood-fired clay ovens along with a selection of small salads. Menu is soon to include desserts, local beer on tap, and Umbrian wine. 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 181. 308-1113. L, D. $ PHO BINH—Vietnamese, vegetarian, and Cantonese specialties include lemon tofu and spring rolls. Closed Sunday. 1615 Madison.

276-0006. L, D, $ RED FISH ASIAN BISTRO—In the former Nineteenth Century Club building, serves sushi, teriyaki, and hibachi. Specialties include yuzu filet mignon and Chilean sea bass. 1433 Union. 454-3926; 9915 Highway 64 (Lakeland). 729-7581; 6518 Goodman (Olive Branch).

662-874-5254. L, D, X, $-$$$ ROBATA RAMEN & YAKITORI BAR—Serves ramen noodle bowls and Yakitori skewers as well as rice and noodle dishes. 2116 Madison. 410-8290. L, D, X, $ SABROSURA—Serves Mexican and Cuban fare, including arroz tapada de pollo and steak Mexican. Closed Sun. 782 Washington.

421-8180. L, D, X, $-$$ SALT|SOY—Nick Scott and Brac McCarley team up to provide Southern and Asian-inspired dishes at this Japanese Izakaya. Closed Sunday, Monday. 2583 Broad Ave. 726-4444. D, $$

SALTWATER CRAB—Offers an array of seafood dishes including boils with blue crab, crab legs, lobster tails, and more, and specialty sushi like the Dynamite or Royal King rolls, in addition to signature sangrias and cocktails. 2059 Madison Ave. 922-5202. L, D, X, $$ THE SECOND LINE—Kelly English brings “relaxed Creole cuisine” to his newest eatery; serves a variety of po’boys and such specialties as barbecue shrimp, andouille shrimp, and pimento cheese fries. 2144 Monroe. 590-2829. L, D, WB, X, $-$$ SEKISUI—Japanese fusion cuisine, fresh sushi bar, grilled meats and seafood, California rolls, and vegetarian entrees.

Poplar/Perkins location’s emphasis is on Pacific Rim cuisine.

Menu and hours vary at each location. 25 Belvedere. 725-0005; 1884 N. Germantown Pkwy. (Cordova). 309-8800; 4724 Poplar. 767-7770; 2130 W. Poplar (Collierville). 854-0622; 2990 Kirby-Whitten (Bartlett).

377-2727; 6696 Poplar. 747-0001. L, D, X, $-$$$ SOUL FISH CAFE—Serving Southern-style soul food, tacos, and po’boys, including catfish, crawfish, oyster, shrimp, chicken, and smoked pork tenderloin. 862 S. Cooper. 725-0722; 3160 Village Shops Dr. (Germantown). 755-6988; 4720 Poplar. 590-0323. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ STICKEM—Brick and mortar location for the popular food truck, which offers grilled meat on a stick. 1788 Madison. Closed Sunday.

474-7214. L, D, X, $ TAMBOLI’S PASTA & PIZZA—Pasta-maker Miles Tamboli whips up Italian soul food with seasonal menus featuring dishes like crispy fried chicken or creamy bucatini with pecorino cheese. Serves dinner Tues.-Sat. 1761 Madison. 410-8866. D, X, $-$$ TAKASHI BISTRO—Fusion restaurant with an open kitchen that lets customers watch chefs prepare a variety of Japanese and Thai cuisine. 1680 Union Ave., Suite 109. 800-2936. L, D, $-$$.

TONICA—Paella and other Spanish-inspired dishes with an Italian touch, alongside an extensive list of gin and tonics. 1545 Overton Park. Closed Mon.-Wed. D, $-$$ TSUNAMI—Features Pacific Rim cuisine (Asia, Australia, South Pacific, etc.); also a changing “small plate” menu.

Chef Ben Smith is a Cooper-Young pioneer. Specialties include Asian nachos and roasted sea bass. Closed Sunday. 928 S. Cooper. 274-2556. D, X, MRA, $$-$$$ ZINNIE’S—Dive bar classic reopens with a makeover and signature Zinnaloni sandwich. 1688 Madison. 726-5004. L, D, X, $

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MEADOWS, SOUTH MEMPHIS, WINCHESTER, AND WHITEHAVEN) BALA’S BISTRO—Authentic West African cuisine available to order or by the pound, alongside traditional American dishes and an extensive vegan menu. 4571 Elvis Presley Blvd. 509-3024. L, D, $-$$ COLETTA’S—Longtime eatery serves such specialties as homemade ravioli, lasagna, and pizza with barbecue or traditional toppings. 1063 S. Parkway E. 948-7652; 2850 Appling Rd. (Bartlett).

383-1122. L, D, X, $-$$ CURRY BOWL—Specializes in Southern Indian cuisine, serving Tandoori chicken, biryani, tikka masala, and more. Weekend buffet. 4141 Hacks Cross Rd. 207-6051. L, D, $ DELTA’S KITCHEN—The premier restaurant at The Guest House at Graceland serves Elvis-inspired dishes — like Nutella and Peanut Butter Crepes for breakfast — and upscale Southern cuisine — including lamb chops and shrimp and grits — for dinner. 3600 Elvis Presley Blvd. 443-3000. B, D, X, $-$$$ DWJ KOREAN BARBECUE—This authentic Korean eatery serves kimbap, barbecued beef short ribs, rice and noodles dishes, and hot pots and stews. 3750 Hacks Cross Rd., Suite 101. 746-8057; 2156 Young. 207-6204. L, D, $-$$ FABULOUS FLAVORS & FRIENDS—”The Candy Lady” Precious Thompson Jones comes up with a little bit of everything: omelettes, quesadillas, t-bones and waffles, and plenty of soul food. 2063 E. Brooks Rd. 314-0735. L, D, $ THE FOUR WAY—Legendary soul-food establishment dishing up such entrees as fried and baked catfish, chicken, and turkey and dressing, along with a host of vegetables and desserts. Around the corner from the legendary Stax Studio. Closed Mon. 998 Mississippi Blvd. 507-1519. L, D, $ HERNANDO’S HIDEAWAY–No one cares how late it gets; not at Hernando’s Hideaway. Live music, killer happy hour, and plenty of bar fare at this South Memphis hang. 3210 Old Hernando Rd. 917-982-1829.

L, D, $ INTERSTATE BAR-B-Q—Specialties include chopped pork-shoulder sandwiches, ribs, hot wings, spaghetti, chicken, and turkey. 2265 S. Third. 775-2304; 150 W. Stateline Rd. (Southaven). 662-393-5699. L, D, X, $-$$ JIM & SAMELLA’S—It’s a revolving menu of soul food delight from Chef Talbert Fleming, with anything from Southern ribs to fried tamales. 841 Bullington Ave. 265-8761. L, D, X, $ LEONARD’S—Serves wet and dry ribs, barbecue sandwiches, spaghetti, catfish, homemade onion rings, and lemon icebox pie; also a lunch buffet. 5465 Fox Plaza. 360-1963. L, X, $-$$ MARLOWE’S—In addition to its signature barbecue and ribs, Marlowe’s serves Southern-style steaks, chops, lasagna, and more. 4381 Elvis Presley Blvd. 332-4159. D, X, MRA, $-$$ UNCLE LOU’S FRIED CHICKEN—Featured on Diners, DriveIns and Dives for good reason: fried chicken (mild, hot, or homestyle); jumbo burgers four patties high; strawberry shortcake, and assorted fruit pies. 3633 Millbranch. 332-2367. L, D, X, MRA, $

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ASIAN PALACE—Chinese eatery serves seafood, vegetarian items, dim sum, and more. 5266 Summer Ave. 766-0831. L, D, X, $-$$ BISCUITS & JAMS—Biscuits, waffles, French toast, and plenty of sharables at this Bartlett breakfast spot.

Closed Mon./Tue. 5806 Stage Rd. 672-7905. B, L, $ ELWOOD’S SHACK—Casual comfort food includes tacos, pizza, and sandwiches. Specialties include meats smoked in-house (chicken, turkey, brisket, pork), barbecue pizza, and steelhead trout tacos. 4523 Summer. 761-9898.

B, L, D, X, $ EXLINES’ BEST PIZZA—Serves pizza, Italian dinners, sandwiches, and salads. 6250 Stage Rd. 382-3433; 2935 Austin Peay. 388-4711; 2801 Kirby Parkway. 754-0202; 7730 Wolf River Blvd. (Germantown). 753-4545; 531 W. Stateline Rd. 662-342-4544.

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The Memphis Dining Guide LA TAQUERIA GUADALUPANA—Fajitas and quesadillas are just a few of the authentic Mexican entrees offered here. A bona-fide Memphis institution. 4818 Summer. 685-6857; 5848 Winchester. 365-4992. L, D, $ LOTUS—Authentic Vietnamese-Asian fare, including lemon-grass chicken and shrimp, egg rolls, Pho soup, and spicy Vietnamese vermicelli. 4970 Summer.

682-1151. D, X, $ MORTIMER’S—Contemporary American entrees include trout almondine, chicken dishes, and hand-cut steaks; also sandwiches, salads, and daily/nightly specials. A Memphis landmark since the Knickerbocker closed.

Closed for lunch Sat.-Sun. 590 N. Perkins. 761-9321. L, D, X, $-$$ NAGASAKI INN—Chicken, steak, and lobster are among the main courses; meal is cooked at your table. 3951 Summer.

454-0320. D, X, $$ NAM KING—General Tso’s chicken, hot and sour soup, and homemade chicken wings are back at the longtime Raleigh Chinese eatery. 3624 Austin Peay Highway, #3. 373-4411. L, D, $-$$ PANDA GARDEN—Sesame chicken and broccoli beef are among the Mandarin and Cantonese entrees; also seafood specials and fried rice. Closed for lunch Saturday. 3735 Summer.

323-4819. L, D, X, $-$$ QUEEN OF SHEBA—Featuring Middle Eastern favorites and Yemeni dishes such as lamb haneeth and saltah. 4792 Summer.

207-4174. L, D, $ SIDE PORCH STEAK HOUSE—In addition to steak, the menu includes chicken, pork chops, and fish entrees; homemade rolls are a specialty. Temporarily closed. Closed Sun.-Mon. 5689 Stage Rd. 377-2484. D, X, $-$$ TORTILLERIA LA UNICA—Individual helping of Mexican street food, including hefty tamales, burritos, tortas, and sopes.

5015 Summer Ave. 685-0097. B, L, D, X, $

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GARDENS AND HIGHLAND STRIP) A-TAN—Serves Chinese and Japanese hibachi cuisine, complete with sushi bar. A specialty is Four Treasures with garlic sauce.

3445 Poplar, Suite 17, University Center. 452-4477. L, D, X, $-$$$ THE BLUFF—New Orleans-inspired menu includes alligator bites, nachos topped with crawfish and andouille, gumbo, po’boys, and fried seafood platters. 535 S. Highland. 454-7771.

L, D, X, $-$$ BROTHER JUNIPER’S—This little cottage is a breakfast mecca, offering specialty omelets, including the open-faced San Diegan omelet; also daily specials, and homemade breads and pastries. Closed Mon. 3519 Walker. 3240144. B, X, $ CHAR RESTAURANT—Specializing in modern Southern cuisine, this eatery offers homestyle sides, charbroiled steaks, and fresh seafood. 431 S. Highland, Suite 120. 249-3533. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$$ DERAE RESTAURANT—Ethiopian and Mediterranean fare includes fuul, or fava beans in spices and yogurt, goat meat and rice, and garlic chicken over basmati rice with cilantro chutney; also salmon and tilapia. Closed Monday. 923 S. Highland. 5523992. B, L, D, $-$$ EL PORTON—Fajitas, quesadillas, and steak ranchero are just a few of the menu items. 2095 Merchants Row (Germantown).

754-4268; 8361 Highway 64. 380-7877; 3448 Poplar (Poplar Plaza). 452-7330; 1805 N. Germantown Parkway (Cordova). 6249358; 1016 W. Poplar (Collierville). 854-5770. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ MEDALLION—Offers steaks, seafood, chicken, and pasta entrees. Closed for dinner Sunday. 3700 Central, Holiday Inn (Kemmons Wilson School of Hospitality). 678-1030. B, L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ OPEN FLAME—This authentic Persian and Mediterranean eatery specializes in shish kebabs as well as kosher and halal fare.

3445 Poplar. 207-4995. L, D, X, $ PLANT BASED HEAT—All of your favorite Southern-style recipes, but deliciously transformed into a vegan format. Specialties include the spicy fye junt burger, or the chopped ‘n’ smoked bbq jackfruit sandwich. Closed Sun. 669 S. Highland St. L, D, $ SAM’S DELI—Everything from sandwiches to bibimbap bowls at this local favorite. Closed Mon./Tue. 643 S. Highland St. 454-5582.

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ACRE—Features seasonal modern American cuisine in an avante-garde setting using locally sourced products; also small plates and enclosed garden patio. Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Sun. 690 S. Perkins. 818-2273. L, D, X, $$-$$$ ANDALUSIA— Authentic Moroccan cuisine, including tagines, brochettes, and briouates. 5101 Sanderlin Ave., Suite 103. 236-7784.

L, D, $-$$ AGAVOS COCINA & TEQUILA—Camaron de Tequila, tamales, kabobs, and burgers made with a blend of beef and chorizo are among the offerings at this tequila-centric restaurant and bar.

2924 Walnut Grove. 433-9345. L, D, X, $-$$ AMERIGO—Traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine includes pasta, wood-fired pizza, steaks, and cedarwood-roasted fish. 1239 Ridgeway, Park Place Mall. 761-4000. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ ANDREW MICHAEL ITALIAN KITCHEN— Traditional Italian cuisine with a menu from two of the city’s top chefs that changes seasonally with such entrees as Maw Maw’s ravioli. Closed Sun.-Mon. 712 W. Brookhaven Circle.

347-3569. D, X, MRA, $$-$$$ ANOTHER BROKEN EGG CAFE—Offering several varieties of eggs Benedict, waffles, omelets, pancakes, beignets, and other breakfast fare; also burgers, sandwiches, and salads. 6063 Park Ave. 729-7020; 65 S. Highland. 623-7122. B, L, WB, X, $ BANGKOK ALLEY—Thai fusion cuisine includes noodle and curry dishes, chef-specialty sushi rolls, coconut soup, and duck and seafood entrees. Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Sun. at Brookhaven location; call for hours. 715 W. Brookhaven Circle.

590-2585; 2150 W. Poplar at Houston Levee (Collierville). 854-8748.

L, D, X, $-$$ BENIHANA—This Japanese steakhouse serves beef, chicken, and seafood grilled at the table; some menu items change monthly; sushi bar also featured. 912 Ridge Lake Blvd. 767-8980. L, D, X, $$-$$$ BIG BAD BREAKFAST—Fresh biscuits, house-made cured meats, jams, jellies, and more for the most important meal of the day. 6450 Poplar. More details coming soon.

BROOKLYN BRIDGE ITALIAN RESTAURANT—Specializing in such homemade entrees as spinach lasagna and lobster ravioli; a seafood specialty is horseradish-crusted salmon. Closed Sun. 1779 Kirby Pkwy. 755-7413. D, X, $-$$$ BRYANT’S BREAKFAST—Three-egg omelets, pancakes, and The Sampler Platter are among the popular entrees here. Possibly the best biscuits in town. Closed Mon. and Tues. 3965 Summer.

324-7494. B, L, X, $ BUCKLEY’S FINE FILET GRILL—Specializes in steaks, seafood, and pasta. (Lunchbox serves entree salads, burgers, and more.) 5355 Poplar. 683-4538; 919 S. Yates (Buckley’s Lunchbox), 682-0570. L (Yates only, M-F), D, X, $-$$ CAPITAL GRILLE—Known for its dry-aged, hand-carved steaks; among the specialties are bone-in sirloin, and porcini-rubbed Delmonico; also seafood entrees and seasonal lunch plates. Closed for lunch Sat.-Sun. Crescent Center, 6065 Poplar. 683-9291. L, D, X, $$$-$$$$ CASABLANCA—Lamb shawarma is one of the fresh, homemade specialties served at this Mediterranean/Moroccan restaurant; fish entrees and vegetarian options also available. 5030 Poplar. 7258557 ; 7609 Poplar Pike (Germantown). 425-5908; 1707 Madison.

421-6949. L, D, X, $-$$ CIAO BELLA—Among the Italian and Greek specialties are lasagna, seafood pasta, gourmet pizzas, and vegetarian options.

Closed for lunch Sat.-Sun. 565 Erin Dr., Erin Way Shopping Center.

205-2500. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$$ CITY SILO TABLE + PANTRY—With a focus on clean eating, this establishment offers fresh juices, as well as comfort foods re-imagined with wholesome ingredients. 5101 Sanderlin. 7297687. Germantown: 7605 W. Farmington Blvd., Suite 2. 236-7223.

B, L, D, X, $ COASTAL FISH COMPANY—Upscale offerings of international fish varieties utilizing styles ranging from Carribbean, East Coast, West Coast, Chinese, to Filipino, and more. 415 Great View Dr. E., Suite 101. 266-9000. D, X, $$-$$$ CORKY’S—Popular barbecue emporium offers both wet and dry ribs, plus a full menu of other barbecue entrees. Wed. lunch buffets, Cordova and Collierville. 5259 Poplar. 685-9744; 1740 N. Germantown Pkwy. (Cordova). 737-1911; 743 W. Poplar (Collierville).

405-4999; 6434 Goodman Rd., Olive Branch. 662-893-3663. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$

DAN MCGUINNESS PUB—Serves fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, burgers, and other Irish and American fare; also lunch and dinner specials. 4694 Spottswood. 761-3711; 3964 Goodman Rd. 662-890-7611. L, D, X, $ DORY—Chef David Krog whips up Southern specialties with classic French techniques and locally sourced ingredients. Current specialties include pork tenderloin, beef bourguignon, or cocoa-dusted chocolate truffles, with new weekly additions. 716 W. Brookhaven Circle. 310-4290.

L, D, X, $$-$$$ ERLING JENSEN—For decades, has presented “globally inspired” cuisine to die for. Specialties are rack of lamb, big game entrees, and fresh fish dishes. 1044 S. Yates. 763-3700. D, X, MRA, $$-$$$ ERLING JENSEN SMALL BITES—Enjoy Erling Jensen’s specialty dishes in a sharable, small plate format alongside TopGolf Swing suites. 5069 Sanderlin Ave. 587-9464. L, D, X, $-$$$ FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE—Serves wet-aged and dry-aged steaks, prime beef, chops, and seafood, including salmon, Australian lobster tails, and a catch of the day. 6245 Poplar. 761-6200. D, X, MRA, $$$-$$$$ FOLK’S FOLLY ORIGINAL PRIME STEAK HOUSE—Specializes in prime steaks, as well as lobster, grilled Scottish salmon, Alaskan king crab legs, rack of lamb, and weekly specials. 551 S. Mendenhall. 762-8200. D, X, MRA, $$$-$$$$ FORMOSA—Offers Mandarin cuisine, including broccoli beef, hot-and-sour soup, and spring rolls. Closed Mon. 6685 Quince.

753-9898. L, D, X, $-$$ FOX RIDGE PIZZA & GRILL—Pizzas, calzones, sub sandwiches, burgers, and meat-and-two plate lunches are among the dishes served at this eatery, which opened in 1979. 711 W. Brookhaven Circle. 758-6500. L, D, X, $ FRATELLI’S—Serves hot and cold sandwiches, salads, soups, and desserts, all with an Italian/Mediterranean flair. Closed Sun. 750 Cherry Rd., Memphis Botanic Garden. 766-9900. L, X, $ FRANK GRISANTI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT—Northern Italian favorites include pasta with jumbo shrimp and mushrooms; also seafood, filet mignon, and daily lunch specials. Closed for lunch Sun. Embassy Suites Hotel, 1022 S. Shady Grove. 761-9462. L, D, X, $-$$$ HALF SHELL—Specializes in seafood, such as king crab legs; also serves steaks, chicken, pastas, salads, sandwiches, a ”voodoo menu”; oyster bar at Winchester location. 688 S. Mendenhall.

682-3966; 7825 Winchester. 737-6755. L, D, WB, X, MRA, $-$$$ HEN HOUSE—Hybrid wine/cocktail bar and tasting room with plenty of cosmopolitan eats. Closed Sun. 679 S. Mendenhall.

499-5436. D, $-$$$ HIGH POINT PIZZA—Serves a variety of pizzas, subs, salads, and sides. Closed Mon. A neighborhood fixture. 477 High Point Terrace. 452-3339. L, D, X, $-$$ HOG & HOMINY—The casual sister to Andrew Michael Italian Kitchen serves brick-oven-baked pizzas, including the Red-Eye with pork belly, and small plates with everything from meatballs to beef and cheddar hot dogs; and local veggies. And with a few surprises this time around. Closed for lunch Mon. 707 W. Brookhaven Cir. 207-7396. L, D, SB, X, MRA. $-$$$ HOUSTON’S—Serves steaks, seafood, pork chops, chicken dishes, sandwiches, salads, and Chicago-style spinach dip. Famous for first-class service. 5000 Poplar. 683-0915. L, D, X $-$$$ LA BAGUETTE—An almond croissant and chicken salad are among specialties at this French-style bistro. Closed for dinner Sun. 3088 Poplar. 458-0900. B, L, D (closes at 7), X, MRA, $ LAS DELICIAS—Popular for its guacamole, house-made tortilla chips, and margaritas, this restaurant draws diners with its chicken enchiladas, meat-stuffed flautas, and Cuban torta with spicy pork.

Closed Sun. 4002 Park Ave. 458-9264; 5689 Quince. 800-2873. L, D, X, $ LIBRO AT LAURELWOOD—Bookstore eatery features a variety of sandwiches, salads, and homemade pasta dishes, with Italianinspired options such as carbonara and potato gnocchi. Closed for dinner Sun. 387 Perkins Ext. (Novel). 800-2656. B, L, D, SB, X, $-$$ LOST PIZZA—Offering pizzas (with dough made from scratch), pasta, salads, sandwiches, tamales, and more. 2855 Poplar. 5721803; 5960 Getwell (Southaven). 662-892-8684. L, D, X, $-$$ LYNCHBURG LEGENDS—This restaurant with a Jack Daniels’ theme and Southern cuisine serves such entrees as Bourbon Street salmon, buttermilk-fried chicken, and grilled steak and wild mushroom salad. DoubleTree Hotel, 5069 Sanderlin. 969-7777. B, L, D, X, $-$$$

MAGNOLIA & MAY—The family behind Grove Grill cooks up Southern-inspired casual dining at this country brasserie, with popular menu items like peach gazpacho, low country shrimp n’ grits, and plenty of weekend brunch options. Closed Mon. 718 Mt. Moriah Rd. 676-8100. D, SB, MRA. $$-$$$.

MAHOGANY MEMPHIS—Upscale Southern restaurant offers such dishes as coffee-rubbed lamb chops and baked Cajun Cornish hen. Closed for dinner Sun. and all day Mon.-Tues. 3092 Poplar, Suite 11. 623-7977. L, D, SB, X, $-$$$ MARCIANO MEDITERRANEAN AND ITALIAN CUISINE— Veal Saltimbocca with angel-hair pasta and white wine sauce is among the entrees; also steaks, seafood, and gourmet pizza. 780 E. Brookhaven Cir. 682-1660. D, X, $-$$ MAYURI INDIAN CUISINE—Serves tandoori chicken, masala dosa, tikka masala, as well as lamb and shrimp entrees; also a daily lunch buffet, and dinner buffet on Fri.-Sat. 6524 Quince Rd. 753-8755. L, D, X, $-$$ MELLOW MUSHROOM—Large menu includes assortment of pizzas, salads, calzones, hoagies, vegetarian options, and 50 beers on tap. 5138 Park Ave. 562-1211; 9155 Poplar, Shops of Forest Hill (Germantown). 907-0243. L, D, X, $-$$ MOSA ASIAN BISTRO—Specialties include sesame chicken, Thai calamari, rainbow panang curry with grouper fish, and other Pan Asian/fusion entrees. Closed Mon. 850 S. White Station Rd. 683-8889. L, D, X, MRA, $ NAM KING—Offers luncheon and dinner buffets, dim sum, and such specialties as fried dumplings, pepper steak, and orange chicken. 4594 Yale. 373-4411. L, D, X, $ NAPA CAFE—Among the specialties are miso-marinated salmon over black rice with garlic spinach and shiitake mushrooms. Closed Sun. 5101 Sanderlin, Suite 122. 683-0441. L, D, X, MRA, $$-$$$ NEW HUNAN—Chinese eatery with more than 80 entrees; also lunch/dinner buffets. 5052 Park. 766-1622. L, D, X, $ ONE & ONLY BBQ—On the menu are pork barbecue sandwiches, platters, wet and dry ribs, smoked chicken and turkey platters, a smoked meat salad, barbecue quesadillas, Brunswick Stew, and Millie’s homemade desserts. 1779 Kirby Pkwy. 751-3615; 567 Perkins Extd. 249-4227. L, D, X, $ ONO POKÉ—This eatery specializes in poké — a Hawaiian dish of fresh fish salad served over rice. Menu includes a variety of poké bowls, like the Kimchi Tuna bowl, or customers can build their own by choosing a base, protein, veggies, and toppings. 3145 Poplar. 618-2955. L, D, X, $ OWEN BRENNAN’S—New Orleans-style menu of beef, chicken, pasta, and seafood; jambalaya, shrimp and grits, and crawfish etouffee are specialties. Closed for dinner Sun. The Regalia, 6150 Poplar. 761-0990. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$ PARK + CHERRY—The Dixon offers casual dining within the museum. Seasonal menu features sandwiches, like rustic chicken salad on croissant, as well as salads, snacks, and sweets. Closed for breakfast Sun. and all day Mon. 4339 Park (Dixon Gallery and Gardens). 761-5250. L, X, $ PATRICK’S—Serves barbecue nachos, burgers, and entrees such as fish and chips; also plate lunches and daily specials. 4972 Park.

682-2852. L, D, X, MRA, $ PETE & SAM’S—Serving Memphis for 60-plus years; offers steaks, seafood, and traditional Italian dishes, including homemade ravioli, lasagna, and chicken marsala. 3886 Park. 458-0694.

D, X, $-$$$ PF CHANG’S CHINA BISTRO—Specialties are orange peel shrimp, Mongolian beef, and chicken in lettuce wraps; also vegetarian dishes, including spicy eggplant. 1181 Ridgeway Rd., Park Place Centre. 818-3889. L, D, X, $-$$ PHO SAIGON—Vietnamese fare includes beef teriyaki, roasted quail, curry ginger chicken, vegetarian options, and a variety of soups. 2946 Poplar. 458-1644. L, D, $ PIMENTO’S KITCHEN + MARKET—Fresh sandwiches, soups, salads, and plenty of pimento cheese at this family-owned restaurant. 6540 Poplar Ave. 602-5488 (Collierville: 3751 S. Houston Levee. 453-6283). L, D, X, $ PYRO’S FIRE-FRESH PIZZA—Serving gourmet pizzas cooked in an open-fire oven, wide choice of toppings, and large local and craft beer selection. 1199 Ridgeway. 379-8294; 2035 Union Ave. 208-8857; 2286 N. Germantown Pkwy. (Cordova). 207-1198; 3592 S. Houston Levee (Collierville). 221-8109. L, D, X, MRA, $ RED HOOK CAJUN SEAFOOD & BAR—Cajun-style array of seafood including shrimp, mussels, clams, crawfish, and oysters.

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RED KOI—Classic Japanese cuisine offered at this family-run restaurant; hibachi steaks, sushi, seafood, chicken, and vegetables. 5847 Poplar. 767-3456. L, D, X $-$$ RED PIER CAJUN SEAFOOD & BAR—Owners of Red Hook bring more cajun-style seafood dishes. 5901 Poplar Ave. 512-5923. L, D, $-$$$ RESTAURANT IRIS—French Creole-inspired classics, such as Gulf shrimp and rice grits congee served with lap chong sausage and boiled peanuts, are served at this newly remodeled restaurant owned by Chef Kelly English, a Food and Wine “Top Ten.” Opening soon at 4550 Poplar. 590-2828. D, X, $$-$$$ RIVER OAKS—Chef Jose Gutierrez’s French-style bistro serves seafood and steaks, with an emphasis on fresh local ingredients. Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Sun. 5871 Poplar Ave. 683-9305. L, D, X, $$$ RONNIE GRISANTI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT— This Memphis institution serves some family classics such as Elfo’s Special and handmade ravioli, along with house-made pizza and fresh oysters. Closed Sun. 6150 Poplar, Suite 122. 850-0191. D, X, $-$$$ RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE—Offers prime steaks cut and aged in-house, as well as lamb, chicken, and fresh seafood, including lobster. 6120 Poplar. 761-0055. D, X, $$$-$$$$ SALSA—Mexican-Southern California specialties include carnitas, enchiladas verde, and fajitas; also Southwestern seafood dishes such as snapper verde. Closed Sun. Regalia Shopping Center, 6150 Poplar, Suite 129. 683-6325. L, D, X, $-$$ SAUCY CHICKEN—Specializes in antibiotic-free chicken dishes with locally sourced ingredients, with such items as hot wings and the Crosstown Chicken Sandwich, and a variety of house-made dipping sauces; also, seafood, salads, and daily specials. Closed Sun. 4715 Poplar. 907-0741. L, D, $ SEASONS 52—This elegant fresh grill and wine bar offers a seasonally changing menu using fresh ingredients, wood-fire grilling, and brick-oven cooking; also a large international wine list and nightly piano bar. Crescent Center, 6085 Poplar. 682-9952. L, D, X, $$-$$$ SOBEAST—Eastern branch of the popular South of Beale, featuring the restaurant’s traditional staples, as well as rotating special menu items. 5040 Sanderlin. 818-0821. L, D, SB, X, $-$$.

STAKS—Offering pancakes, including birthday cake and lemon ricotta. Menu includes other breakfast items such as beignets and French toast, as well as soups and sandwiches for lunch. 4615 Poplar. 509-2367; 7704 Poplar (Germantown). 800-1951; 2902 May Blvd. (Southaven). B, L, WB, X, $ SWANKY’S TACO SHOP—Taco-centric eatery offers tortas, flatbreads, quesadillas, chimichangas, burgers, and more. 4770 Poplar. 730-0763; 6641 Poplar (Germantown). 737-2088; 272 S. Main. 779-3499. L, D, X, $ TENERO CAFÉ & BUTCHER—A chef-driven menu offering breakfast and lunch classics, plus Sunday dinner, accompanied by a full-service butcher bar. 669 S. Mendenhall. 646-5698. B, L, D, X, $-$$ THREE LITTLE PIGS—Pork-shoulder-style barbecue with tangy mild or hot sauce, freshly made coleslaw, and baked beans.

5145 Quince Rd. 685-7094. B, L, D, X, $ TOPS BAR-B-Q—Specializes in pork barbecue sandwiches and sandwich plates with beans and slaw; also serves ribs, beef brisket, and burgers. 1286 Union. 725-7527; 4183 Summer. 324-4325; 5391 Winchester. 794-7936; 3970 Rhodes. 323-9865; 6130 Macon.

371-0580. For more locations, go online. L, D, X, $ TORCHY’S TACOS—Plenty of Tex-Mex variety, with creative monthly special tacos. 719 S. Mendenhall. 343-8880. B, L, D, $ VENICE KITCHEN—Specializes in “eclectic Italian” and Southern Creole, from pastas, including the “Godfather,” to hand-tossed pizzas, including the “John Wayne”; choose from 50 toppings. 368 Perkins Ext. 767-6872. L, D, SB, X, $-$$ WANG’S MANDARIN HOUSE—Offers Mandarin, Cantonese, Szechuan, and spicy Hunan entrees, including the golden-sesame chicken; next door is East Tapas, serving small plates with an Asian twist. 6065 Park Ave., Park Place Mall. 763-0676. L, D, X, $-$$ WASABI—Serving traditional Japanese offerings, hibachi, sashimi, and sushi. The Sweet Heart roll, wrapped — in the shape of a heart — with tuna and filled with spicy salmon, yellowtail, and avocado, is a specialty. 5101 Sanderlin Rd., Suite 105. 4216399. L, D, X, $-$$ WOMAN’S EXCHANGE TEA ROOM—Chicken-salad plate, beef tenderloin, soups-and-sandwiches, and vegetable plates are

specialties; meal includes drink and dessert. Closed Sat.-Sun. 88 Racine. 327-5681. L, X, $ ZAYDE’S AT THE J—Kosher options at the Memphis Jewish Community Center cafe include traditional New York-style dishes and Israeli fusion. 6560 Poplar Ave. 208-3495. L, D, $-$$

CORDOVA BOMBAY HOUSE—Indian fare includes lamb korma and chicken tikka; also, a daily luncheon buffet. 1727 N. Germantown Pkwy.

755-4114. L, D, X, $-$$ THE BUTCHER SHOP—Serves steaks ranging from 8-oz. filets to a 20-oz. porterhouse; also chicken, pork chops, fresh seafood.

107 S. Germantown Rd. 757-4244. L (Fri. and Sun.), D, X, $$-$$$ GREEN BAMBOO—Pineapple tilapia, pork vermicelli, and the soft egg noodle combo are Vietnamese specialties here. 990 N. Germantown Parkway, Suite 104. 753-5488. L, D, $-$$ JIM ’N NICK’S BAR-B-Q—Serves barbecued pork, ribs, chicken, brisket, and fish, along with other homemade Southern specialties. 2359 N. Germantown Pkwy. 388-0998. L, D, X, $-$$ EL MERO TACO—This food truck turned restaurant serves up Mexican and Southern-style fusion dishes, including fried chicken tacos, chorizo con papas tacos, and brisket quesadillas. 8100 Macon Station, Suite 102. 308-1661. Closed Sun.-Mon. L, D, WB, X, $ POKÉ WORLD—Serves up Hawaiian poké bowls filled with rice and diced, raw fish. Also offers Taiwanese bubble tea and rolled ice cream for dessert. 1605 N. Germantown Pkwy., Suite 111.

623-7986. East Memphis: 575 Erin Dr. 779-4971. L, D, $ SHOGUN JAPANESE RESTAURANT—Entrees include tempura, teriyaki, and sushi, as well as grilled fish and chicken entrees. 2324 N. Germantown Pkwy. 384-4122. L, D, X, $-$$ TANNOOR GRILL—Brazilian-style steakhouse with skewers served tableside, along with Middle Eastern specialties; vegetarian options also available. 830 N. Germantown Pkwy. 443-5222. L, D, X, $-$$$

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BLUE HONEY BISTRO—Entrees at this upscale eatery include brown butter scallops served with Mississippi blue rice and herb-crusted beef tenderloin with vegetables and truffle butter. Closed Sun. 9155 Poplar, Suite 17. 552-3041.

D, X, $-$$$ FOREST HILL GRILL—A variety of standard pub fare and a selection of mac-and-cheese dishes are featured on the menu.

Specialties include Chicken Newport and a barbecue salmon BLT. 9102 Poplar Pike. 624-6001. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$ GERMANTOWN COMMISSARY—Serves barbecue sandwiches, sliders, ribs, shrimp, and nachos, as well as smoked barbecued bologna sandwiches; Mon.-night all-you-can-eat ribs. 2290 S. Germantown Rd. S. 754-5540. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ LAS TORTUGAS DELI MEXICANA—Authentic Mexican food prepared from local food sources; specializes in tortugas — grilled bread scooped out to hold such powerfully popular fillings as brisket, pork, and shrimp; also tingas, tostados. Closed Sun. 1215 S. Germantown Rd. 751-1200; 6300 Poplar. 623-3882. L, D, X, $-$$ MOONDANCE GRILL—From the owners of Itta Bena and Lafayette’s. Serves steak cooked sous vide and seafood dishes including Abita-barbecued shrimp and pan-seared sand dab, in addition to an extensive wine and cocktail list. 1730 S. Germantown Road, Suite 117. 755-1471. L, D, X, $$-$$$ NOODLES ASIAN BISTRO—Serves a variety of traditional Asian cuisine, with emphasis on noodle dishes, such as Singapore Street Noodles and Hong Kong Chow Fun. 7850 Poplar, Suite 12. 755-1117.

L, D, X, $ PETRA CAFÉ—Serves Greek, Italian, and Middle Eastern sandwiches, gyros, and entrees. Hours vary; call. 6641 Poplar.

754-4440; 547 S. Highland. 323-3050. L, D, X, $-$$ ROCK’N DOUGH PIZZA CO.—Specialty and custom pizzas made from fresh ingredients; wide variety of toppings. 7850 Poplar, Suite 6. 779-2008. L, D, SB, X, MRA, $$ ROYAL PANDA—Hunan fish, Peking duck, Royal Panda chicken and shrimp, and a seafood combo are among the specialties. 3120 Village Shops Dr. 756-9697. L, D, X, $-$$ SAKURA—Sushi, tempura, and teriyaki are Japanese specialties here. 2060 West St. 758-8181; 4840 Poplar. 572-1002. L, D, X, $-$$ SOUTHERN SOCIAL—Shrimp and grits, stuffed quail, and Aunt Thelma’s Fried Chicken are among the dishes served at this upscale Southern establishment. 2285 S. Germantown Rd. 754-5555. D, SB, X, MRA, $-$$$

TAZIKI’S—Mediterranean-inspired dishes all made from scratch. 7850 Poplar Ave., Suite 26. 612-2713. East Memphis: 540 S. Mendenhall Rd. 290-1091. Bartlett: 7974 US-64. 203-0083. L, D, $ UNCLE GOYO’S—More than 30 dishes with a focus on authentic Mexican cuisine, from the brains behind TacoNganas. 1730 S. Germantown Rd. L, D, $-$$ WEST STREET DINER—This home-style eatery offers breakfast, burgers, po’boys, and more. 2076 West St. 757-2191. B, L, D (Mon.Fri.), X, $ ZEN JAPANESE FINE CUISINE—A full sushi bar and plenty of authentic Japanese dishes, like Hibachi or Wagyu beef. 1730 S. Germantown Rd. 779-2796. L, D, X, X, $-$$$

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CAFE EUROPE—From Italian chef Michele D’oto, the French, Spanish, and Italian fusion cuisine includes a variety of dishes like Rosette al Forno, fish ceviche, and sole meuniere. Closed Sun. 4610 Merchants Park Circle, Suite 571. 286-4199. L, D, X, $$-$$$$ CAFE PIAZZA BY PAT LUCCHESI—Specializes in gourmet pizzas (including create-your-own), panini sandwiches, and pasta.

Closed Sun. 139 S. Rowlett St. 861-1999. L, D, X, $-$$ CIAO BABY—Specializing in Neapolitan-style pizza made in a wood-fired oven. Also serves house-made mozzarella, pasta, appetizers, and salads. 890 W. Poplar, Suite 1. 457-7457. L, D, X, $ COLLIERVILLE COMMISSARY—Serves barbecue sandwiches, sliders, ribs, shrimp, and nachos, as well as smoked barbecued bologna sandwiches. 3573 S. Houston Levee Rd. 979-5540. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$ DAVID GRISANTI’S—Serving Northern Italian cuisine and traditional family recipes, like the Elfo Special, shrimp sauteed in garlic and butter, tossed with white button mushrooms and white pepper, and served over vermicelli with Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Closed Sun. 684 W. Poplar (Sheffield Antiques Mall). 861-1777. L, D (Thurs.-Sat.), X, $-$$$ EL MEZCAL—Serves burritos, chimichangas, fajitas, and other Mexican cuisine, as well as shrimp dinners and steak. 9947 Wolf River, 853-7922; 402 Perkins Extd. 761-7710; 694 N. Germantown Pkwy. (Cordova). 755-1447; 1492 Union. 274-4264; 11615 Airline Rd. (Arlington). 867-1883; 9045 Highway 64 (Lakeland). 383-4219; 7164 Hacks Cross Rd. (Olive Branch). 662-890-3337; 8834 Hwy. 51 N. (Millington). 872-3220; 7424 Highway 64 (Bartlett). 417-6026. L, D, X, $ EMERALD THAI RESTAURANT—Spicy shrimp, pad khing, lemongrass chicken, and several noodle, rice, and vegetarian dishes are offered at this family restaurant. Closed Sunday. 8950 Highway 64 (Lakeland, TN). 384-0540. L, D, X, $-$$ FIREBIRDS—Specialties are hand-cut steaks, slow-roasted prime rib, and wood-grilled salmon and other seafood, as well as seasonal entrees. 4600 Merchants Circle, Carriage Crossing. 850-1637; 8470 Highway 64 (Bartlett). 379-1300. L, D, X, $-$$$ JIM’S PLACE GRILLE—Features American, Greek, and Continental cuisine. Closed for lunch Sat. and all day Sun. 3660 Houston Levee. 861-5000. L, D, X, MRA, $-$$$ MULAN ASIAN BISTRO—Hunan Chicken, tofu dishes, and orange beef served here; sushi and Thai food, too. 2059 Houston Levee. 850-5288; 2149 Young. 347-3965; 4698 Spottswood. 6098680. L, D, X, $-$$ OSAKA JAPANESE CUISINE—Featuring an extensive sushi menu as well as traditional Japanese and hibachi dining. Hours vary for lunch; call. 3670 Houston Levee. 861-4309; 3402 Poplar.

249-4690; 7164 Hacks Cross (Olive Branch). 662-890-9312; 2200 N. Germantown Pkwy. (Cordova). 425-4901. L, D, X, $-$$$ RAVEN & LILY—Eatery offers innovative Southerninspired cuisine with such dishes as crispy shrimp and cauliflower salad, spiced lamb sausage and parmesan risotto, and bananas foster pain perdu. Closed Mon. 120 E. Mulberry. 286-4575. L, D, SB, X, $-$$ STIX—Hibachi steakhouse with Asian cuisine features steak, chicken, and a fillet and lobster combination, also sushi. A specialty is Dynamite Chicken with fried rice. 4680 Merchants Park Circle, Avenue Carriage Crossing. 854-3399. 150 Peabody Place, Suite 115 (Downtown). 207-7638 L, D, X, $-$$ WOLF RIVER BRISKET CO.—From the owners of Pyro’s Fire Fresh Pizza, highlights include house-smoked meats: prime beef brisket, chicken, and salmon. Closed Sun. 9947 Wolf River Boulevard, Suite 101. 316-5590; 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 165.

791-4389 L, D, X, $-$$ ZOPITA’S ON THE SQUARE—Cafe offers sandwiches, including smoked salmon and pork tenderloin, as well as salads and desserts.

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OUT-OF-TOWN BOZO’S HOT PIT BAR-B-Q—Barbecue, burgers, sandwiches, and subs. 342 Highway 70 (Mason, TN). 901-294-3400. L, D, $-$$ CATFISH BLUES—Serving Delta-raised catfish and Cajun- and Southern-inspired dishes, including gumbo and fried green tomatoes. 210 E. Commerce (Hernando, MS). 662-298-3814. L, D, $ CITY GROCERY—Southern eclectic cuisine; shrimp and grits is a specialty. Closed for dinner Sun. 152 Courthouse Square (Oxford, MS). 662-232-8080. L, D, SB, X, $$-$$$ COMO STEAKHOUSE—Steaks cooked on a hickory charcoal grill are a specialty here. Upstairs is an oyster bar. Closed Sun. 203 Main St. (Como, MS). 662-526-9529. D, X, $-$$$ ELFO GRISANTI’S NORTHERN ITALIAN CUISINE— Grisanti family classics like lasagna, homemade ravioli, garlic bread, and Northern Italian pizza. Closed Sun. 5627 Getwell Rd. (Southaven, MS). 662-470-4497. L, D, X, $-$$ LONG ROAD CIDER CO.—Specializes in hard apple ciders made with traditional methods. Cafe-style entrees include black-eyed peas with cornbread and greens, chicken Gorgonzola pockets, cider-steamed sausage, and housemade ice creams. Closed Sun.Wed. 9053 Barret Road. (Barretville, TN). 352-0962. D, X, $ MANILA FILIPINO RESTAURANT—Entrees include pork belly cutlet with lechon sauce, and shrimp and vegetables in tamarind broth; also daily combos, rice dishes, and chef specials. Closed Sun.-Mon. 7849 Rockford (Millington, TN). 209-8525. L, D, X, $ CASINO TABLES BOURBON STREET STEAKHOUSE & GRILL AT SOUTHLAND CASINO RACING—1550 Ingram Blvd., West Memphis, AR, 1-800-467-6182 CHICAGO STEAKHOUSE AT THE GOLDSTRIKE—1010 Casino Center Dr., Robinsonville, MS, 1-888-24KSTAY /662-357-1225 FAIRBANKS AT THE HOLLYWOOD—1150 Casino Strip Blvd., Robinsonville, MS, 1-800-871-0711 JACK BINION’S STEAK HOUSE AT HORSESHOE—1021 Casino Center Drive, Robinsonville, MS, 1-800-303-SHOE LUCKY 8 ASIAN BISTRO AT HORSESHOE—1021 Casino Center Drive, Robinsonville, MS, 1-800-303-SHOE THE STEAKHOUSE AT THE FITZ—711 Lucky Ln., Robinsonville, MS, 1-888-766-LUCK, ext 8213 TWAIN’S STEAKHOUSE AT SAM’S TOWN TUNICA—1477 Casino Strip Resorts Boulevard, Robinsonville, MS, 1-800-456-0711

MARSHALL STEAKHOUSE—Rustic steakhouse serves premium Angus beef steaks, seafood dishes, rack of lamb, and more. 2379 Highway 178 (Holly Springs, MS). 628-3556. B, L, D, X, $-$$$ MEMPHIS BARBECUE COMPANY—Offers spare ribs, baby backs, and pulled pork and brisket. 709 Desoto Cove (Horn Lake, MS). 662-536-3762. L, D, X, $-$$ NAGOYA—Offers traditional Japanese cuisine and sushi bar; specialties are teriyaki and tempura dishes. 7075 Malco Blvd., Suite 101 (Southaven, MS). 662-349-8788. L, D, X, $-$$$ PIG-N-WHISTLE—Offers pork shoulder sandwiches, wet and dry ribs, catfish, nachos, and stuffed barbecue potatoes. 6084 Kerr-Rosemark Rd. (Millington, TN). 872-2455. L, D, X, $ RAVINE—Serves contemporary Southern cuisine with an emphasis on fresh, locally grown foods and a menu that changes weekly. Closed Mon.-Tues. 53 Pea Ridge/County Rd. 321 (Oxford, MS). 662-234-4555. D, SB, X, $$-$$$ SAINT LEO’S—Offering sophisticated pizzas, pastas, sandwiches, and salads. A James Beard nominee for Best New Restaurant in 2017. 1101 Jackson (Oxford, MS). 662-234-4555. D, L, WB, $-$$ SNACKBAR—An intriguing mix of “French Bistro with North Mississippi Cafe.” Serving a confit duck Croque Monsieur, watermelon-cucumber chaat, pan-fried quail, plus a daily plate special and a raw bar. 721 N. Lamar (Oxford, MS). 662-236-6363. D, $-$$$ TEKILA MODERN MEXICAN—Modern interpretations of classic dishes from all over Mexico. 6343 Getwell Rd. (Southaven, MS). 662-510-5734. B, L, D, $-$$ WILSON CAFE—Serving elevated home-cooking, with such dishes as deviled eggs with cilantro and jalapeño, scampi and grits, and doughnut bread pudding. 2 N. Jefferson (Wilson, AR).

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The Call of Riding Tandem Biking for two provides double the fun and togetherness.

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ince the day I acquired a luscious banana seat model as a girl, I’ve loved the freedom that comes with biking. Aboard my sweet set of wheels, I ventured through exotic territories surrounding my home, loosing the ties of civilization. The bike’s basket held a snack, usually a Hershey bar and thermos of cold lemonade. Thus prepared, I rode off with a clang of my bicycle bell as my mother waved from the window.

Moving beyond nostalgia, bikes remain objects of fascination to me. I roll even when I travel, highlighting cycling in family vacation itineraries. At the nation’s capital, it’s a blast to pedal around monuments in Memorial Park, combining a history lesson with the pleasures of twowheeled transportation. (Only 5 years old at the time, my daughter Ella ate Fruit Loops and contentedly cruised along in a trailer attached to my husband’s bike.)

That trailer carrier inspired brainstorming, and in my late 40s, I realized that there was one bike experience yet to try.

At this stage in life, I had the notion of riding a bicycle built for two. While some middle-aged women dream of ocean cruises or

mastering meditation, my fantasy centered on a gleaming tandem bike. Rumor was that one could fly faster on a tandem, eclipsing a pulse rate attained by biking in the conventional way. Evidently, I thirsted for a superpower, and after so many years riding solo, I was just as intrigued by the dynamics of cooperation and teamwork.

Reckoning with mid-life crisis, I arranged to rent a tandem bike ahead of a vacation in Hilton Head, South Carolina. At the Airbnb, I touched my new baby’s seats longingly while relatives hastily threw on their bathing suits and flip-flops. In preparation, I had learned about the captain and stoker roles and understood that the captain’s

seat was a trophy to be won. My husband, Eric, beat me to that prized spot, giving him the ability to steer and brake the bike.

So, I tentatively took the stoker’s seat, wondering how this experiment would end. Approaching our 20th anniversary, I felt confident that we could rise above petty power plays.

At showtime, every utopian vision crumbled. On the launch, we fought to balance the bike, and then Eric steered toward the city plaza while I insisted that we turn the other way down a shaded trail. “That’s why I won’t ride tandem,” tutted my stepdad as he watched our fractious departure. Our temperament differences placed us at opposite poles.

While I prefer to pedal briskly, my laidback spouse slowed, forcing me to coast. Just wait it out, I told myself, your chance will come. But the trip continued to go south near the shoreline.

“Don’t run over the sandcastle!”

I shouted. Moments later, Eric mowed it down — well, call it corporate guilt. We were in this together.

Eventually, the ride smoothed out and our close proximity meant that we could chat about the sweeping oak trees and passing landscape. As my spouse and I pedaled in unison, my spirit soared. This adventure provided a sense of total togetherness and was pure fun. To my surprise, Eric grew into a benevolent captain and honored my request to go back and explore the trail near the rental house. The next morning, I claimed the captain’s seat and experienced the thrill of opening the bike’s power. For a short time, before one of us grew tired or distracted, we went faster than possible alone.

While on vacation in Vancouver, I looked forward to repeating the sublime experience. From a

bike shop downtown, we rode to Stanley Park with our daughter, Ella, cruising behind on a regular bike. While Eric appreciated the stunning scenery, he wasn’t in the mood to ride tandem. My beaming face was a contrast to his sour demeanor. Perhaps I pedaled too briskly? Or was this payback for banning Led Zeppelin in the car? “I want to change bikes,” he said.

Suddenly sad, I braked and turned to watch him slide off the bike. Then I glanced at my watch — with four hours left on our rental, there was no time to waste. For the rest of the afternoon, Ella served as a wonderful partner, and we set a solid tandem PR. Biking independently, Eric was supremely happy. In some seasons of life, there comes growth in reevaluating priorities and releasing what is no longer productive or of value. He finds zestful joy in rocking to Led Zeppelin, so perhaps it would be wise to step outside when he jams rather than fuss about the noise.

My opposition to his nirvana can be released. As for what to keep, I’m definitely holding onto the joy of riding tandem and will invite one of my daughters or a friend to join me. Joy can reverberate in a rock riff or unfold in a captain’s seat.

Years from now, I’ll know the retirement community that is right for me. The exercise room will have a stationery tandem and a screen that displays tempting scenery. I’ll introduce myself around and surely find someone who seeks adventure. For now, I’m on my way to the bike shop to bring some of this beach idyll home.

Stephanie Painter is a local freelance writer and author of the children’s picture book Liz Tames a Dragon (and her Anger).

PHOTOGRAPH BY BOGGY / DREAMSTIME

BY STEPHANIE PAINTER

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