Dr. James R. Cato, MD | Nashville, TN | Internal Medicine

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Dr. James Cato is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. With 47 years of experience in practice, he brings nearly five decades of expertise to patient care. Dr. Cato speaks English and serves patients throughout the Nashville area.

Dr. Cato is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown and practices at multiple Heritage Medical Associates locations in Nashville, Tennessee. He focuses on treating conditions such as bowel obstruction and sleep apnea disorders. His procedural expertise includes pulmonary function testing and specialized surgical procedures like cecostomy and colostomy. Patients have given Dr. Cato an average rating of 4.8 stars, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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16 Ratings
47 years of experience
10 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
10 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
4 office locations
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Dr James Cato has been my primary care physician and internist for well over 30 years - I have several difficult, exotic condition and his guidance has been superb. I dread the day he retires. He and his staff are stable, excellent and competent.

October 18th, 2018

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Dr Catos experience shows in every contact. He remembers more about you than what you think!

October 8th, 2018

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Dr. James Cato has been my personal physician for over 20 years. He is very competent; an excellent diagnostician; explains medical issues in an understandable way; and has a strong bedside manner. I have always felt that he cares about me and my good health. I highly recommend Dr. Cato! He's the best!

April 8th, 2015

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I've seen Dr. Cato for 25 years. I have a very high level of confidence in him and his staff.

October 29th, 2014

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Dr. Cato has been our family doctor for many years. I trust his judgement completely.

March 16th, 2013

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Dr. Cato has been my PCP for over 15 years. He is the epitomy of what every doctor SHOULD be! He's kind, caring, listens and is spot on with his diagnoses. He also follows up when he recommends a specialist, e.g. if you don't go, he has his nurse call to gently remind you! He also has a great sense of humor - aways makes me laugh. His nursing and office staff reflect his philosophy of care -- they're wonderful!

August 15th, 2012

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Dr. Cato is the quintessential doctor. He is very professional yet friendly and takes time to listen to your symptoms. Perfect bedside manner. He has always diagnosed my illness correctly and has me followup in a timely manner. His staff is courteous, friendly and very professional. He has been my doctor 27 years.

February 22nd, 2012

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Dr Cato does an excellent job of spending time with me on each visit and has the unique ability to focus solely on my concerns and not make me feel as if he is rushing off to his next patient.

September 23rd, 2011

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I've been seeing Dr. Cato for years. He always has plenty of time for me so I don't feel like i'm just being processed through. He is able to quickly diagnose with accuracy, and will explain carefully what is going on. His approach is practical and balanced, without the sense of defensive medicine ever being practiced.

September 1st, 2011

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Have been with Dr.Cato as patient 20 yrs.A good guy.

April 6th, 2010

Heritage Medical Associates Pc

2325 Crestmoor RdNashville, TN 37215

Tel: (615) 284-2222

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 - 5:00 pm

Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sun1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Heritage Medical Associates Primary Care Adult

222 22nd Ave NNashville, TN 37203

Tel: (629) 255-2140

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

SatClosed

SunClosed

Heritage Medical Associates

2325 Crestmoor Rd Ste 203Nashville, TN 37215

Tel: (615) 953-4005

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

SatClosed

SunClosed

Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown

2000 Church StNashville, TN 37236


Dr. James Robert Cato, MD	Eric Harker	Dr. Tuesdae Stainbrook, DO	Dr. Roberto Manuel Medina
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Nephrology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (16 Ratings)	3.9 (7 Ratings)	4.4 (10 Ratings)	3.7 (3 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Nashville , TN	Lyons , CO	Du Bois , PA	Hartford , CT
Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine	Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Cato affiliated with?: Dr. James Cato is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown.
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