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Dr. Sara Hughes

Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant Knoxville, TN Summit Medical Group
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
9 years at Summit Medical Group
Gender
Female
Connections
92
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 24,152 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician Assistant specialty. Sara Hughes is one of them.
  • 328 Physician Assistants are based in TN (out of 27,118 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 108 contacts at Summit Medical Group are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician Assistant compensation in TN: $101,000 – $152,000 (median $120,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physician Assistants in TN: Teamhealth (11), South College (8), Teamhealth Inc. (8).
  • 87% of Physician Assistants in TN have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Eastern Virginia Medical School
2011
East Tennessee State University
Bachelors
2008
Skills
Emergency Room Hospitals Acute Care Healthcare Emr Bls Acls Emergency Medicine Urgent Care Icu Pals Inpatient Family Medicine Patient Education Critical Care
About Summit Medical Group
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M
Office Location
1275 Dick Lonas Rd Unit 101, Knoxville, TN
Professional Overview

Dr. Sara Hughes is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with Summit Medical Group, based in Knoxville, TN. As a physician assistant, Dr. Hughes contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Knoxville, TN. They have been with Summit Medical Group for 9 years. Dr. Hughes holds academic credentials, including Bachelors, from Eastern Virginia Medical School and East Tennessee State University. Core competencies include Emergency Room, Hospitals, Acute Care, Healthcare, Emr. Summit Medical Group operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician assistant professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician assistant specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Knoxville, TN healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting Physician Assistant

Physician recruiting typically takes 90-180 days due to the specialized nature of the role. Reaching physicians through direct email or personal phone is significantly more effective than LinkedIn, as most practicing physicians are not actively job searching. HealthTal provides personal email addresses and direct dial numbers sourced from NPI records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Sara Hughes located?
Dr. Sara Hughes is based in Knoxville, TN. They are currently affiliated with Summit Medical Group.
What is Dr. Sara Hughes's specialty?
Dr. Sara Hughes specializes in Physician Assistant. Their current role is Physician Assistant.
Where does Dr. Sara Hughes currently work?
Dr. Sara Hughes currently works at Summit Medical Group. They have been there for 9 years.
What is Dr. Sara Hughes's educational background?
Dr. Sara Hughes attended Eastern Virginia Medical School and East Tennessee State University.
How do I contact Dr. Sara Hughes for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Dr. Sara Hughes. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a Physician Assistant?
Recruiting physician assistants typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physician assistants across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician Assistant in TN?
Physician Assistants in TN typically earn $101,000 to $152,000 annually, with a median of $120,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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