Meet Pulmonologist, Dr. James Carruth at the HCMC Paris Pulmonary & Primary Care Dr. Carruth’s undergraduate study was done at the University of Tennessee, Martin, graduating in 1985 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He received his medical degree from East Tennessee State University and completed his post graduate work, including his internship, residency, and fellowship at the University of Arkansas. Dr. Carruth practiced in Jackson for over 20 years before deciding to accept the opportunity to move his practice to Paris.