Alcoa, Tennessee Jul 15, 2026 (Issuewire.com) - Katherine Kesler Dabbs, M.D., is a board-certified pediatrician specializing in outpatient pediatric primary care and has dedicated her career to improving the health and well-being of children and adolescents. Since 2016, she has been practicing at the Foothills office of Knoxville Pediatric Associates,a division of Summit Medical Group in Alcoa, Tennessee, where she provides comprehensive and compassionate care to patients and their families.
Dr. Dabbs offers a full range of pediatric services, including well-child visits, acute sick care, and behavioral health management. In recent years, she has devoted increasing attention to the growing prevalence of adolescent mental health concerns, particularly anxiety and depression, recognizing the significant impact these challenges have on young patients and their families.
Her commitment to providing both physical and emotional support reflects her belief that pediatric care extends beyond treating illnesses and includes fostering healthy development and emotional resilience. Through open communication and trusted relationships, Dr. Dabbs works closely with families to ensure that children receive the support they need to thrive.
Dr. Dabbs earned her Medical Degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in Memphis in 2011. She then completed her pediatric residency at Phoenix Children's Hospital/Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona, where she trained from 2011 to 2014 and remained for an additional year as chief resident. Her leadership during residency helped further strengthen her clinical expertise and passion for pediatric medicine.
Dr. Dabbs holds active medical licensure in Tennessee and is board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. In addition, she maintains professional affiliations with the Tennessee Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics, remaining actively engaged in the advancement of pediatric healthcare and best practices.
Known for her compassionate and relationship-centered approach, Dr. Dabbs emphasizes trust, communication, and partnership with families. She believes that strong relationships between physicians, patients, and caregivers are essential to delivering high-quality care and creating positive health outcomes.
Dr. Dabbs attributes her professional success to discipline, unwavering family support, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of children within her community. Her experiences both as a physician and as a parent provide valuable perspective and reinforce her dedication to helping children lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Dabbs enjoys spending time with her family. She and her husband are the proud parents of a daughter and a son. She also enjoys the outdoors, hiking, and cheering on the University of Tennessee football team.
Through her dedication to compassionate pediatric care, advocacy for children's mental health, and commitment to building meaningful relationships with families, Dr. Katherine Kesler Dabbs continues to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and the community she serves.
Learn more about Dr. Katherine Kesler Dabbs:
Through her America’s Best in Medicine profile, https://americasbestinmedicine.com/connect/Katherine-Dabbs or through her profile on Knoxville Pediatric Associates, https://www.knoxpediatrics.com/katherine-dabbs/
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