Summary

Dr. Douglas Brinkley Jr. is a cardiovascular disease specialist who also practices internal medicine. He completed his residency training at Washington University in St. Louis, where he developed expertise in treating complex heart and vascular conditions. Dr. Brinkley is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Brinkley practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, where he serves patients at Vanderbilt Heart. His clinical expertise includes treating conditions such as chronic kidney disease and helping patients who experience weakness or mobility challenges like limping. He incorporates therapeutic approaches including physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans. Patients rate Dr. Brinkley 5.0 out of 5 stars for his compassionate and skilled medical care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Washington University, St Louis
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Vanderbilt Heart

1215 21st Ave S Fl 5Nashville, TN 37232

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Cardiovascular DiseaseAnesthesiologyCritical Care MedicineDiagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients
62 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Nashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TNGallatin , TN
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Douglas Marshall Brinkley Jr.

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • POMCO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Douglas Marshall Brinkley Jr. has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Douglas Marshall Brinkley Jr. has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Washington University, St Louis

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Dr. Douglas Brinkley Jr. speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Douglas Brinkley Jr. affiliated with?
Dr. Douglas Brinkley Jr. is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Douglas Brinkley Jr.'s office located?
Dr. Douglas Brinkley Jr.'s office is located at 1215 21st Ave S Fl 5, Nashville, TN, 37232.

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