Summary

Dr. David Tunnell is a family medicine physician with additional expertise in anesthesiology who brings 21 years of experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Touro University California College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he received comprehensive training in osteopathic principles that emphasize treating the whole person. His dual specialization allows him to provide both primary care services and specialized pain management approaches for his patients.

Dr. Tunnell practices in Hickory and King, North Carolina, where he treats a variety of conditions including colon polyps, osteoarthritis, and helps patients manage postoperative pain. His anesthesiology background enables him to perform specialized procedures such as spinal and epidural anesthesia for childbirth, femoral nerve blocks for pain relief, and various forms of sedation. This combination of family medicine and anesthesiology expertise allows him to offer comprehensive care that addresses both routine health needs and complex pain management situations.
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Quick Facts

  • 21 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • Touro University California College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. David Tunnell has 2 locations

Dr. David Tunnell

810 Fairgrove Church RdHickory, NC 28602

Dr. David Tunnell

402 W King StKing, NC 27021

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Dr. David TunnellDr. Parth BhavsarDr. Alexis Alexander-Epperly, MDRoberto Valledor, MD
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
21 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Hickory , NCLawrenceville , GAManassas , VAMission , TX
Med School: Touro University California College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Tunnell

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Tunnell has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Tunnell has the following area of expertise

  • Anesthesiology

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, North Carolina, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Touro University California College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2005

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Dr. David Tunnell's office is located at 810 Fairgrove Church Rd, Hickory, NC, 28602.

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