Dr. Frank K. Vandevender, MD | Nashville, TN | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Frank Vandevender specializes in internal medicine with nearly five decades of experience caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. With 47 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Vandevender brings extensive knowledge to his field. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Vandevender practices at locations throughout Nashville, Tennessee, including The Frist Clinic Medical Group and TriStar Medical Group. He maintains an affiliation with Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. Dr. Vandevender also focuses on rehabilitation services, incorporating physical therapy and strength training into patient care. Patients rate him an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars for his compassionate approach to medicine.

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accepting new patients
4.5

54 Ratings
47 years of experience
48 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
24 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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Dr. Vandevender has been our family doctor for over forty years. He always greets us by name and listens very closely to our need for treatment. I think of him as a friend who would always provide the best care available to keep us healthy. He is a fantastic diagnostician and has a great bedside manor.

March 15th, 2017

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Would recommend this doctor as the best!!!

February 18th, 2017

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Dr. VanDevender is brilliantly smart and incredibly experienced! He listens respectfully to patients, and then thoughtfully and thoroughly explains his evaluation and treatment plan. His ultimate goal is to provide care that is in the best interest of the patient, always! Dr. VanDevender does the right thing for the right reasons; and he is outstanding in his dedication to patients and in providing exceptional medical care. Dr. VanDevender exemplifies what medical care in America should be!

January 29th, 2017

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Dr. Vandevender has been our family doctor for years and he always treats us like we are his only patience. He is kind, caring, and incredibly knowledgeable, and he always makes time to see us and take us to directly to a colleague should be require additional care.

January 26th, 2017

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Excellent physician. Incredible attention to detail. Lucky to have Dr Karl as my doctor!

December 1st, 2016

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Dr. VanDevender is an kind person that takes time to discuss your health issues. He is very compassionate and quickly decides what needs to be done. I would recommend Dr. VanDevender to any friend or family member with confidence that their physical needs would be taken care of in a very professional manner and with the best qualified Doctor I know.

November 12th, 2016

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Unparalleled care and kindness.

November 8th, 2016

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Most memorable was the Lilliputian temporary offices and examining rooms. I'm looking forward to new digs on next visit. Otherwise, Dr. VanD was thorough, had complete medical history, made good use of time while being cordial and interested, and planned a follow up with another physician re a prior surgical outcome.

October 9th, 2016

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Dr. Vandevender always takes time to patiently listen and evaluate our medical concerns.

August 1st, 2016

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The entire staff from beginning to end was cheerful, kind and compassionate. The office personally calls with results within 24 hours. Dr. VanDevender is one of the kindest, most knowledgeable MD's in the country. If there is a need for a specialist, he will personally introduce you to the Dr and oversee any future concerns. Truly the best!

July 26th, 2016

The Frist Clinic Medical Group

2400 Patterson St Ste 400Nashville, TN 37203

Tel: (615) 342-5900

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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TriStar Medical Group

330 23rd Ave N Ste 500Nashville, TN 37203

Tel: (615) 342-5900

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Frank Karl Vandevender, MD	Dr. Tuesdae Stainbrook, DO	Eric Harker	Dr. William Edward Lawson, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Critical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (54 Ratings)	4.4 (10 Ratings)	3.9 (7 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
47 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Nashville , TN	Du Bois , PA	Lyons , CO	Nashville , TN
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine	Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center

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University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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