0 reviews
Summary
Dr. Derica Sams treats abdominal pain and emesis, and performs pathology tests and kidney transplant biopsy. She practices gastroenterology and pediatrics and is affiliated with Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. Dr. Sams earned her medical degree from Morehouse School of Medicine and sees patients in Nashville, Tennessee, and Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Overview based on verified provider data
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
Compare with Similar Doctors
![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
| Dr. Derica Nicole Sams, MD | Ashley Anderson, APRN | Jan Seiler, APRN | Shauna Sanderson, APRN |
| 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 | |
| Nashville , TN | Sacramento , CA | Montgomery , AL | Tallahassee , FL |
| Med School: Morehouse School Of Medicine | Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine | Med School: Georgia State University | Med School: Creighton University College of Nursing |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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
Dr. Derica Nicole Sams holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Morehouse School Of Medicine in 2017.
NPI Number
Dr. Sams' NPI number is 1013443480.
Similar doctors
Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Derica Sams?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Derica Sams here on Vitals.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Derica Sams affiliated with?
- Dr. Derica Sams is affiliated with Monroe Carell Jr Childrens Hospital At Vanderbilt.
- Is Dr. Derica Sams accepting new patients?
- Dr. Derica Sams has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Derica Sams accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Derica Sams accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Derica Sams's office located?
- Dr. Derica Sams's office is located at 2200 Childrens Way, Nashville, TN, 37232.
Data Sources
This provider profile is built using data from:
- NPPES NPI Registry
- State medical licensing boards
- Healthcare system and provider network data
Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews
Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.
Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.
Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.




