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Summary
Dr. Derica Sams is a gastroenterologist who specializes in digestive health care for children and adolescents. She earned her medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine and brings nine years of experience to her practice in pediatric gastroenterology. Her dual specialization allows her to address the unique digestive health needs of young patients with specialized expertise.
Dr. Sams practices at Monroe Carell Jr Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville, Tennessee, and also has a location in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She focuses on treating common pediatric digestive issues including stomach pain, acid reflux, and nausea. Her procedural expertise includes performing diagnostic tests to evaluate digestive function and conducting specialized biopsies when needed to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment for her young patients.
Dr. Sams practices at Monroe Carell Jr Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville, Tennessee, and also has a location in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. She focuses on treating common pediatric digestive issues including stomach pain, acid reflux, and nausea. Her procedural expertise includes performing diagnostic tests to evaluate digestive function and conducting specialized biopsies when needed to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment for her young patients.
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Quick Facts
- 9 years of experience
- 8 insurance plans accepted
- Morehouse School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Derica Nicole Sams has 2 locationsMonroe Carell Jr Childrens Hospital At Vanderbilt
2200 Childrens WayNashville, TN 37232 Tel: (615) 936-1000
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| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 9 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
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| Med School: Morehouse School Of Medicine | Med School: Creighton University College of Nursing | Med School: Georgia State University | Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derica Nicole Sams
Medical Specialties
Dr. Derica Nicole Sams has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derica Nicole Sams has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
9 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Morehouse School Of MedicineGraduated in 2017
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- Where is Dr. Derica Sams's office located?
- Dr. Derica Sams's office is located at 2200 Childrens Way, Nashville, TN, 37232.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Derica Sams affiliated with?
- Dr. Derica Sams is affiliated with Monroe Carell Jr Childrens Hospital At Vanderbilt.
- Does Dr. Derica Sams accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Derica Sams accepts on their Vitals profile.
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