Summary

Dr. David Kent treats obstructive sleep apnea, sleep apnea, and sleep apnea in children, and performs sleep studies, polysomnogram, and radio frequency volume reduction for the nose. He practices otolaryngology–head and neck surgery and sleep medicine and has 17 years of experience. He is affiliated with UPMC Presbyterian.

Dr. Kent earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He sees patients in Nashville, Tennessee. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kent 4.9 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 17 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • 18 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Vanderbilt Otolaryngology One Hundred Oaks

719 Thompson Ln Ste 30400Nashville, TN 37204

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David Tambling Kent, MDDr. Robert Carroll Owen, MDDr. Joseph Eugene Taylor Jr, MDDr. Jacqueline Rose Ansell, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryFamily MedicineNeurology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
4 
4.6 
4.3 
17 Years of Experience 65 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Nashville , TNNashville , TNHendersonville , TNNashville , TN
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest University School Of Medicine Med School: Dalhousie Univ Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by David Tambling Kent

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • First Choice Health
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

David Tambling Kent has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

David Tambling Kent has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Polyps
  • Sleep Medicine
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

David Tambling Kent holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 2010 and COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS in 2009.

NPI Number

David Tambling Kent's NPI number is 1851612568.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does David Kent accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that David Kent accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is David Kent accepting new patients?
David Kent is accepting new patients on Vitals. View David Kent's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is David Kent affiliated with?
David Kent is affiliated with Upmc Presbyterian.
Does David Kent accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
David Kent has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is David Kent's office located?
David Kent's office is located at 719 Thompson Ln Ste 30400, Nashville, TN, 37204.

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