Christopher Walls, DNP
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Family Medicine
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Scenic City Family Practice
5720 Uptain Road
Building 6100, Suite 4600
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37411
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Building 6100, Suite 4600
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37411
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(423) 661-3600
Medical Expertise of Christopher Walls, DNP
As a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Dr. Walls is highly educated to provide primary care to patients across the lifespan. He provides expert health services as a primary care provider by offering a distinct, holistic approach to healthcare. He considers the whole patient and all of his or her needs: physical, psychological, social, economic, and others. In this multifaceted role, he evaluates patients, make diagnoses, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, writes prescriptions and manages health conditions.
About Christopher Walls, DNP
Christopher Walls, DNP is a nurse practitioner providing care to patients in Chattanooga, Tennessee at Scenic City Family Practice.
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High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Eat a low salt diet. Don't add salt to meals. Increase fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid/Reduce use canned and processed foods.
Eat a low salt diet. Don't add salt to meals. Increase fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid/Reduce use canned and processed foods.
ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Long term use of a stimulant medication (controlled substance). Cognitive behavioral therapy. Positive reenforcement. Task setting. To do lists. Set alarms and notifications.
ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Long term use of a stimulant medication (controlled substance). Cognitive behavioral therapy. Positive reenforcement. Task setting. To do lists. Set alarms and notifications.
ACE Inhibitors
ACE INHIBITORS Common Adverse Reactions: A: Angioedema (swelling under the skin, commonly in the eyelids, lips, tongue, or throat) C: Cough E: Extra potassium (feeling weak or tired, nausea, muscle pains and cramps, trouble breathing, unusual heartbeat, chest pains) Adverse reactions associated with taking ACE inhibitors are more common in individuals who are black or hispanic.
ACE INHIBITORS Common Adverse Reactions: A: Angioedema (swelling under the skin, commonly in the eyelids, lips, tongue, or throat) C: Cough E: Extra potassium (feeling weak or tired, nausea, muscle pains and cramps, trouble breathing, unusual heartbeat, chest pains) Adverse reactions associated with taking ACE inhibitors are more common in individuals who are black or hispanic.
Patient Education Resources
How is atopic dermatitis different from eczema?
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
Atopic dermatitis and eczema are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same thing. Atopic dermatitis is a type of eczema.Eczema is a general term that refers to a group of condition...
I have asthma. Should I have an asthma action plan?
It's important for those with asthma to have an asthma action plan.An asthma action plan is a written document that outlines specific steps for managing asthma symptoms and preventing asthma attac...
It's important for those with asthma to have an asthma action plan.An asthma action plan is a written document that outlines specific steps for managing asthma symptoms and preventing asthma attac...
I snore regularly. Should I be worried about sleep apnea?
Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
Snoring is a common symptom of sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods of time during sleep. People with sleep apnea often snore loudly and frequ...
What is the best non-prescription treatments for head lice?
Over-the-counter (OTC) treatments for head lice include shampoos and lotions that contain medications such as pyrethrins or permethrin. These medications work by paralyzing the lice and killing them.S...
Over-the-counter (OTC) treatments for head lice include shampoos and lotions that contain medications such as pyrethrins or permethrin. These medications work by paralyzing the lice and killing them.S...
What medications can help control my glucose levels with diabetes type 2?
There are several different types of medications that can be used to help control glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes, including:Metformin: This is a medication that helps lower blood sugar ...
There are several different types of medications that can be used to help control glucose levels in people with type 2 diabetes, including:Metformin: This is a medication that helps lower blood sugar ...
Education & Training
- University of Tennessee at Chattanooga: Doctor of Nursing and MS in Nursing
- East Tennessee State University: BS in Nursing