Frederick Clayton, MD, MS

Dr. F. Paul Clayton is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, with subspecialty certifications in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Neurocritical Care, and Addiction Medicine. He is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based care for patients with complex respiratory and critical care health needs while ensuring that patients and their families understand their diagnoses, treatment options, and goals of care. As part of the ARH Care Network, Dr. Clayton is dedicated to expanding access to high-quality specialty care for patients throughout the Appalachian region. His approach to medicine emphasizes compassion, clear communication, and individualized treatment. Dr. Clayton believes that excellent care requires looking beyond a diagnosis to understand each patient’s unique medical needs, values, and circumstances. Whether managing chronic lung disease, evaluating new respiratory symptoms, caring for critically ill patients, or addressing complex medical conditions, his goal is to combine advanced medical expertise with a practical, patient-centered approach that allows patients to receive exceptional care close to home.