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Dr. James Potts specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing nearly six decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine and has dedicated 59 years to caring for patients. Dr. Potts provides care in English for his patients.
Dr. Potts practices in Nashville, Tennessee, where he focuses on heart and vascular health as well as comprehensive internal medicine care. His extensive experience spans nearly six decades of medical practice, allowing him to provide seasoned clinical judgment for patients with complex medical needs. He serves patients throughout the Nashville community with his deep understanding of both cardiovascular conditions and general internal medicine.
Dr. Potts practices in Nashville, Tennessee, where he focuses on heart and vascular health as well as comprehensive internal medicine care. His extensive experience spans nearly six decades of medical practice, allowing him to provide seasoned clinical judgment for patients with complex medical needs. He serves patients throughout the Nashville community with his deep understanding of both cardiovascular conditions and general internal medicine.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 59 years of experience
- speaks English
- Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Lafayette Potts has 3 locationsMeharry Medical College Lloyd C Elam Mental Health Center
1005 Dr Db Todd Jr Blvd Ste 2021ANashville, TN 37208 Tel: (615) 327-6606
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
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| Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Lafayette Potts has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Lafayette Potts has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
59 Years Experience
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1967.
NPI Number
Dr. Potts' NPI number is 1124118591.
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- Dr. James Potts speaks English.
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- Dr. James Potts's office is located at 1005 Dr Db Todd Jr Blvd, Nashville, TN, 37208.
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