DR. CHARLES T. HUDDLESTON MD, FACS, FASMBS
Partner, Middle Tennessee Surgical Specialists
Born in Idaho Falls, ID, and raised in Livingston, TN, Dr. Huddleston graduated valedictorian of the class of 1993 from Livingston Academy, in Livingston, TN. He then pursued an undergraduate degree from Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville, TN. He graduated cum laude, with the class of 1997 with a B.S. in Chemistry. Receiving an invitation to matriculate in the early decision program, he attended the James H. Quillen College of Medicine, at East Tennessee State University (ETSU), in the fall of 1997. Selected to the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society as a junior medical student in 2000, he graduated from the Quillen college of medicine in 2001. Although being invited to interview for residency at institutions such as Emory, Wake Forrest, and Vanderbilt, he chose to stay at ETSU for his surgical residency, picking them first on his rank list. This decision was based on the breadth as well as the depth of the training that was available at ETSU. Also, given the fact that there were no other surgical subspecialty residencies at ETSU, he had a greater exposure in the Operating Room to subspecialty cases.
After finishing three years of residency, he requested and took a clinical fellowship in surgical research at ETSU. During that time he assisted with multiple research projects including a trial on an artificial blood substitute, All Terrain Vehicle accidents involving children, and an educational program to teach surgical residents the use of ultrasound in the assessment of trauma victims.
Following his research year, with the consent of the program chairman, Dr. Huddleston took a short sabbatical to spend time with his wife Ammie, and their two young sons. During time out of residency he was also called to active duty to serve as a medical officer in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom 2006-2008. Upon returning from active duty, he resumed his surgical training in the spring of 2007, finishing in June, 2009 with over 1200 surgical cases.
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY AFFILIATIONS
Dr. Huddleston is a member of several medical organizations including:
- American College of Surgeons
- American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery
“I love the technically challenging aspects of bariatric surgery, and feel that it is such a rewarding field. To see someone get the benefits that come with the weight loss following bariatric surgery is so very rewarding.”
DR. CHARLES T. HUDDLESTON MD, FACS, FASMBS
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Partner, Middle Tennessee Surgical Specialists
Born in Idaho Falls, ID, and raised in Livingston, TN, Dr. Huddleston graduated valedictorian of the class of 1993 from Livingston Academy, in Livingston, TN. He then pursued an undergraduate degree from Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville, TN. He graduated cum laude, with the class of 1997 with a B.S. in Chemistry. Receiving an invitation to matriculate in the early decision program, he attended the James H. Quillen College of Medicine, at East Tennessee State University (ETSU), in the fall of 1997. Selected to the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society as a junior medical student in 2000, he graduated from the Quillen college of medicine in 2001. Although being invited to interview for residency at institutions such as Emory, Wake Forrest, and Vanderbilt, he chose to stay at ETSU for his surgical residency, picking them first on his rank list. This decision was based on the breadth as well as the depth of the training that was available at ETSU. Also, given the fact that there were no other surgical subspecialty residencies at ETSU, he had a greater exposure in the Operating Room to subspecialty cases.
After finishing three years of residency, he requested and took a clinical fellowship in surgical research at ETSU. During that time he assisted with multiple research projects including a trial on an artificial blood substitute, All Terrain Vehicle accidents involving children, and an educational program to teach surgical residents the use of ultrasound in the assessment of trauma victims.
Following his research year, with the consent of the program chairman, Dr. Huddleston took a short sabbatical to spend time with his wife Ammie, and their two young sons. During time out of residency he was also called to active duty to serve as a medical officer in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom 2006-2008. Upon returning from active duty, he resumed his surgical training in the spring of 2007, finishing in June, 2009 with over 1200 surgical cases.
Dr. Huddleston enjoys practicing the full spectrum of general surgery, with special interest in advanced laparoscopic cases, bariatric and metabolic surgery.
Dr. Huddleston enjoys spending free time with his wife and children and appreciates the opportunity to participate in their many pursuits. He also remains an active member of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, Tennessee Army National Guard, where he is currently serving as a field surgeon with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY AFFILIATIONS
Dr. Huddleston is a member of several medical organizations including:
- American College of Surgeons
- American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery
“I love the technically challenging aspects of bariatric surgery, and feel that it is such a rewarding field. To see someone get the benefits that come with the weight loss following bariatric surgery is so very rewarding.”