Summary

Dr. Jay Werkhaven specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, with particular expertise in pediatric care. He completed his residency training at the University of Illinois and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, gaining experience in pediatrics and general surgery before focusing on his specialty. Dr. Werkhaven holds board certifications in otolaryngology from the American Board of Otolaryngology, earned in 1985, and pediatrics from the American Board of Pediatrics, obtained in 1987. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Werkhaven practices at Vanderbilt Children's Otolaryngology in Nashville, Tennessee, and maintains an affiliation with Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating common childhood conditions such as tonsillitis and sleep apnea in children. He regularly performs adenoidectomies and tonsillectomies for patients age 12 and older, helping families address breathing and sleep-related concerns. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Illinois
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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3.6 
5 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Nashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TN
Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jay A Werkhaven

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Medica
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jay A Werkhaven has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jay A Werkhaven has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Laryngeal Diseases
  • Laryngostenosis
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Otolaryngology

Otolaryngology, 1985

American Board of Otolaryngology

Otolaryngology

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics, 1987

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Illinois
Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery
University of Illinois Medical Center1983

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Dr. Jay Werkhaven is affiliated with Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital.

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