Dr. Nicholas J. Lippolis, MD | Lafayette, TN | Cardiologist

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Dr. Nicholas Lippolis has practiced cardiovascular disease and internal medicine for 40 years and is affiliated with Tristar Northcrest Medical Center. He treats atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and left ventricular hypertrophy, and performs contrast echocardiography.

Dr. Lippolis completed his residency at Henry Ford Health System and graduated from American University of Beirut. He sees patients in Lafayette and Hendersonville, Tennessee. He speaks English and Korean. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lippolis 4.71 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.7

45 Ratings
40 years of experience
82 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Korean
Henry Ford Health System
26 written reviews
2 specialties
22 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Lippolis' Ratings and Reviews

4.7

45 Ratings with 26 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 21 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (32) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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I am on my second pacemaker. Dr. Lippolis has been my doctor since my first one in 2001. My experience has always been good and he has been very helpful in keeping me directed with good information.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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March 7th, 2017

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Seems deeply concerned about you as a patient. Explain medical terms were you could understand what Is going

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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February 9th, 2017

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Very friendly and always takes the time to speak with you about your visit. Does not rush you through you appointment.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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January 25th, 2017

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He has always been very professional and also easy to talk with. That means a lot to me in not talking over my head and making sure he is understood. He spends a good amount of time with me and I appreciate that. I have been his patient for a number of years.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 23rd, 2017

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Took time to explain. Very thorough. Gave me many great tips. Would highly recommend.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 27th, 2016

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He is awesome!!!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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November 22nd, 2016

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I am greatly satisfied with the care I receive from Dr. Lippolis. He treats me like a professional, which I am, and takes the time to discuss all relevant aspects of my care.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 1st, 2016

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I love the fact that Dr. Lippolis take the time to talk with you about what is going on with your health. I have been going to this office for many years and I love the way they really seem to care about your health. I have never been disappointed.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 19th, 2016

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Dr. Lippolis is easy to talk to and he pays attention to what you have to say. He cares about his patients. I would definitely recommend him to my friends in fact I got my husband to start seeing him

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 11th, 2016

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I really like Dr. Lippolis, his nurses and office staff. I'm very confident and comfortable with his care.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 3rd, 2016

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Dr. Nicholas John Lippolis

214 Northcrest DrSpringfield, TN 37172

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353 New Shackle Island Rd Ste 300CHendersonville, TN 37075

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Dr. Nicholas John Lippolis, MD	Dr. Amanda Lynn Zimmerman, DO	Dr. William Justin Reed, MD	Dr. Nichelle Irene Winters, MD
Cardiovascular Disease	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Critical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.7 (45 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
40 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Korean
Lafayette , TN	Gallatin , TN	Knoxville , TN	Gallatin , TN
Med School: American University Of Beirut	Med School: Edward Via Virginia College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine	Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
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Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Angiography
Angioplasty
Arrhythmia
Atherosclerosis
Blood Clot
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Echocardiography
Electrocardiography (EKG)
Heart Attack
Heart Block
Heart Diseases
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High Cholesterol
Holter monitoring
Hypertension
Internal Medicine
Pacemaker Implantation
Stress Testing
Stroke
Unstable Angina

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Henry Ford Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from American University Of Beirut in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Lippolis' NPI number is 1447366075.

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Family Medicine
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(4)
Dr. Everett Bassett Wray
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Raymond Philip Cloutier
Internal Medicine
55 Years Exp | Bowling Green, KY
(0)
Dr. William Rogers Bolin
Hospital Medicine
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(1)
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Diagnostic Radiology
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Dr. William Lee Kraft
Diagnostic Radiology
44 Years Exp | Gallatin, TN
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Dr. Ryan James Glidewell, MD
Diagnostic Radiology
9 Years Exp | Gallatin, TN
(0)

Which hospitals is Dr. Nicholas Lippolis affiliated with?: Dr. Nicholas Lippolis is affiliated with Tristar Northcrest Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Lippolis?: You can find contact information for Dr. Nicholas Lippolis here on Vitals.
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Is Dr. Nicholas Lippolis accepting new patients?: Dr. Nicholas Lippolis is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Nicholas Lippolis's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Nicholas Lippolis speak?: Dr. Nicholas Lippolis speaks English and Korean.

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