Dr. Joy A. Derwenskus, DO | Nashville, TN | Neurology

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Dr. Joy Derwenskus is a board-certified neurologist who brings 28 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences and completed her residency at University Hospitals in Cleveland in 2003. Dr. Derwenskus holds certifications from both the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in neurology and the American Board of Urology. She provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Derwenskus practices at Vanderbilt Neurology The Vanderbilt Clinic in Nashville, Tennessee, and maintains hospital privileges at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West. She specializes in treating patients with movement difficulties such as limping and muscle weakness. Her expertise includes helping patients who experience loss of trunk control. Dr. Derwenskus incorporates physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans, along with hands-on manual therapy techniques to help patients regain function and …mobility. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.2

46 Ratings
28 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Hospitals, Cleveland
17 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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REALLY appreciate Dr. Derwenskus! She was very thorough in her exam and her explanations of what she saw and what she thought would work best to try first. She didn't seem rushed in a hurry to get to the next person. I appreciate her being patient and taking her time. She was also very nice to her med student. Treated him like a colleague instead of an inconvenience.

September 3rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Dewenskus is very concerned and asked about my current condition, I explained that I had an infection that I was treating with an antibiotic. Dr. Dewenskus explained that I couldn't have scheduled infusion (ocrevus) due to my infection, had she not inquired I might have had a bad experience. I appreciate her professionalism.

August 26th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Joy is amazing!!

March 13th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Excellent doctor!

September 24th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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I was referred to this doctor by another VUMC doctor who is excellent. In my first appointment, she made sure to let me know that my referring physician was a large part of the reason that she saw me because the had “months long” wait. She also dismissed my concerns about my course of treatment and instead of explaining her plan throughly suggested i just take a Xanax to get through the hour long MRI. After the appointment she ordered some follow up testing and when one came back took almost a week to respond. She would have her nurses to read messages and just leave it on read during the portal despite the 48 hour policy that the hospital sets for response. When she finally responded it was trite, insincere, and had no follow up instructions/next steps. Overall, she left me feeling like she didn’t care and was not concerned with my medical care. I would not recommend anyone see her.

January 18th, 2022

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My Neurologist whom I've had since being diagnosed with MS is in Summit Medical Center. Before I began my 2nd treatment of Ocrevus my Dr. sent me to Dr. Derwenskus so that I wouldn't have to drive to Hermitage. I love my Neurologist in Hermitage. He is one of the best. Dr. Derwenskus is right up there with him.From day I felt very comfortable. Her bedside manner is great. I really hate to see her leave.I wish her the best!!!!

November 13th, 2019

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My Neurologist whom I've had since being diagnosed with MS is in Summit Medical Center. Before I began my 2nd treatment of Ocrevus my Dr. sent me to Dr. Derwenskus so that I wouldn't have to drive to Hermitage. I love my Neurologist in Hermitage. He is one of the best. Dr. Derwenskus is right up there with him.From day I felt very comfortable. Her bedside manor is great. I really hate to see her leave.I wish her the best!!!!

November 13th, 2019

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I didn’t like her opinion on the patient about his MS

October 6th, 2018

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Let me start by saying when I had my last appointment with Dr. Derwenskus (didn't know at the time that would be my last appointment) she told me she was leaving Northwestern and moving to another state. I literally teared up and cried. She is awesome and made me feel so comfortable with my MS. She took great care of me. She set the bar for me and now every doctor I've seen, they just don't measure up. If I could afford to fly to her for my routine appointments, I would.

March 3rd, 2016

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Very well trained and pleasant. Taught me much about my problem.

March 2nd, 2016

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1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3930Nashville, TN 37232

Tel: (615) 322-5000

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Dr. Joy Allison Derwenskus, DO	Dr. Harvey Asher, MD	Dr. Karyn Leigh Brown, MD	Dr. Juan Jose Goyanes-Vasquez, MD
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Neurology
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28 Years of Experience		20 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
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Nashville , TN	Nashville , TN	Nashville , TN	Nashville , TN
Med School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences	Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans	Med School: Univ Centro-Occidental Lisandro Alvarado Decanato De Ciencias De La Salud
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

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EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Hospitals, Cleveland2003

Medical School

Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences

Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health SciencesGraduated in 1998

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What languages does Dr. Joy Derwenskus speak?: Dr. Joy Derwenskus speaks English.
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Where is Dr. Joy Derwenskus's office located?: Dr. Joy Derwenskus's office is located at 1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3930, Nashville, TN, 37232.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joy Derwenskus affiliated with?: Dr. Joy Derwenskus is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West.

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