Dr. Zaidi & Associates in Ripley, TN
At Dr. Zaidi and Associates, our mission is to provide personalized, high-quality care on an as-needed or preventative basis. We have created a practice that we believe in and choose for our own family members.
We are a full-service practice who believe in working with our patients to maintain and improve their health. We specialize in Internal Medicine for adults as well primary care for adolescents ages 12 and up. Our patients come to us for same day visits, wellness check-ups, and for maintenance of chronic or diverse medical conditions.
We provide comprehensive health care services to our patients in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. We also believe in educating our patients as we work with them to achieve the best physical state possible.
Our philosophy is that each patient deserves compassionate health care and a caring provider who will listen to your concerns. As our patient, you will be treated with respect and compassion. Dr. Zaidi and Associates understands that building a strong relationship with your personal doctor is very important for your long term healthcare.
The mission of Dr. Zaidi and Associates is to provide high quality and efficient healthcare in an empathetic and supportive environment. We go beyond the basic needs of our patients in guiding them through complex medical problems as the patient’s main health care professional, with a focus on the whole person to ensure the well being of our patients, families, and our community.
We participate with most major insurance companies including Medicare and we will always take care of your insurance filing.
To schedule an appointment, please call: 731-221-1637
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Our Team
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Syed A. A. Zaidi
MD
Dr. Syed A. A. Zaidi is board certified in Internal Medicine, as well as Pulmonary Disease and Sleep Medicine. Dr. Zaidi completed his internal medicine residency and a fellowship in the pulmonary and critical care medicine program at the University of Medicine and Dentistry-New Jersey. Dr. Zaidi has been in practice in Ripley, TN since 1997, and is an attending physician at both Lauderdale Community Hospital and Baptist Memorial Hospital-Tipton. He is the Medical Director for Lauderdale Community Hospital’s Cardiac/Pulmonary rehab unit, as well as their hospitalist program. He is also the medical director of Lauderdale Community Living Center, and currently serves as the Medical Examiner of Lauderdale County. Dr. Zaidi is a fellow of the American College of Chest Physicians, and a diplomate of the American Society of Sleep Medicine.
Kimberly Byrd
DNP
Ms. Kimberly Byrd is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Born and raised in Ripley, she completed the Family Nurse Practitioner program at Mississippi University for Women in 2006. Ms. Byrd has further obtained her Doctorate Degree in Nursing Practice from Union University in 2011. She is an extremely well rounded healthcare professional, having experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Endocrinology and Oncology, as well as Family Practice prior to joining Dr. Zaidi’s practice in 2013. Ms. Byrd has admitting privileges at Lauderdale Community Hospital and also cares for our nursing home patients at Lauderdale Community Living Center and Ripley Healthcare and Rehab. Ms. Byrd is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Kristen A. Martin
PA-C
Ms. Martin is a board certified Physician Assistant, who earned her Bachelor of Science in biology at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She then earned her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from the Prestigious Christian Brothers University. She is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants. Ms. Martin sees patients ages 13 years and up in our clinic and has a special interest in treating diabetes and heart health.
