Veterinarian Overview
Dr. Chamness graduated from the University of Tennessee College of veterinary medicine in 1982. He is married and has two children, Lindsay and Reese. He practiced for four years in Crossville, Tennessee doing large and small animal medicine before practicing at Jonesborough Animal Hospital. He served as East Tennessee Representative to the Executive Board of the Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association (TVMA). Dr. Chamness also served on the University Of Tennessee Institute Of Agriculture Alumni Council. He is the current Peer Review Chairman for the TDMA, and current board member and past president of the East Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Chamness is the recipient of the Distinguished Service Award presented by the TVMA. His special interest is in orthopedic surgery where he receives referrals from several hospitals and the Tri-Cities area. His hobbies include white-water kayaking and rafting, backpacking, snow skiing, and golf.
