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Summary
Dr. Cate graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 2009. She works in Nashville, TN and specializes in Cytopathology and Pathology. Dr. Cate is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Quick Facts
- 17 years of experience
- 36 insurance plans accepted
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Cytopathology | Dermatopathology | Pathology | Pathology |
| 17 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Nashville , TN | BRENTWOOD , TN | Lebanon , TN | Madison , TN |
| Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Frances Lawson Cate
Medical Specialties
Dr. Frances Lawson Cate has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Frances Lawson Cate has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
17 Years Experience
Dr. Frances Lawson Cate 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 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 2009.
NPI Number
Dr. Cate's NPI number is 1487897187.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Frances Cate affiliated with?
- Dr. Frances Cate is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
- Is Dr. Frances Cate accepting new patients?
- Dr. Frances Cate has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Frances Cate accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Frances Cate has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Frances Cate accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Frances Cate accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Frances Cate's office located?
- Dr. Frances Cate's office is located at 1010 Airpark Center Dr, Nashville, TN, 37217.
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