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
Can video game usage lead to ADHD?
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex disorder that is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While excessive video game use has been assoc...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex disorder that is believed to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While excessive video game use has been assoc...
I have COPD. What can help me breathe better?
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
Treatment for COPD can help improve breathing and slow the progression of the disease. Some treatments include:bronchodilators, which are medications that relax the muscles around the airways to help ...
I have high cholesterol. When should I consider starting a statin?
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Your healthcare provider will consider several factors when deciding whether or not to prescribe a statin to lower your cholestero...
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 tests can determine if my pelvic pain is due to endometriosis or something else?
There are several tests that can be used to diagnose endometriosis, a condition where the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside of it. The most common tests include:Pelvic exam: During a pelvic e...
There are several tests that can be used to diagnose endometriosis, a condition where the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside of it. The most common tests include:Pelvic exam: During a pelvic e...
Education & Training
- University of Tennessee at Chattanooga: Doctor of Nursing and MS in Nursing
- East Tennessee State University: BS in Nursing