Pain Management, Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedic & ENT Doctors in Nashville, TN

Nashville-area patients can choose between hospital-based pain and spine programs at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, HCA Healthcare’s TriStar hospitals, and Ascension Saint Thomas and independent interventional pain, spine, and regenerative medicine practices across Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, and Murfreesboro.

Our Nashville hub lists the pain management and regenerative medicine practices in our directory for the Nashville area and explains the Tennessee licensing, Medicaid, and insurance rules that affect pain care.

The Nashville hub now also lists dermatology, plastic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and ENT (ear, nose, and throat) practices, each with a profile for its lead physician; see the specialty sections below.

Featured Providers in Nashville

These Nashville-area practices are currently listed in our directory. Select a listing to see its address, phone number, and services.

• John Nwofia, MD
• Pain and Spine Consultants Nashville
• Timothy H. Miller, MD
• The Pain Management Group Antioch
• Fairen Walker-McCarter, MD
• Interventional Pain Center Skyline Medical Center
• Christopher M. Sobey, MD
• Vanderbilt Pain Management Center One Hundred Oaks

Pain Management and Regenerative Treatments in Nashville

Physician Care Near Me organizes Nashville-area providers into the following treatment categories:

• Pain Treatment – Interventional pain physicians who diagnose and treat back, neck, joint, and nerve pain with image-guided injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and neuromodulation.
• Regenerative Medicine – Practices offering orthobiologic treatments such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Many of these treatments are self-pay, so ask for written pricing.
• Recovery & Rehab – Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) and recovery-focused care that helps restore function after injury or surgery.
• Longevity & Wellness – Wellness-oriented and preventive practices that may complement medical pain care.
• Med Spa & Aesthetics – Medical aesthetics and med spa providers listed in the directory.

Dermatologists in Nashville

These Nashville-area dermatology practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Dermatology listings.

• Gold Skin Care Center – lead physician Michael H. Gold, MD (2000 Richard Jones Rd Suite 220, Nashville, TN 37215)

Plastic Surgeons in Nashville

These Nashville-area plastic surgery practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Plastic Surgery listings.

• Dr. J. J. Wendel Plastic Surgery – lead physician James Jason Wendel, MD (2103 Crestmoor Rd, Nashville, TN 37215)

Orthopedic Surgeons in Nashville

These Nashville-area orthopedic surgery practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Orthopedic Surgery listings.

• Elite Sports Medicine + Orthopedics – lead physician Burton F. Elrod, MD (2004 Hayes Street Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37203)

ENT Doctors in Nashville

These Nashville-area ENT (ear, nose, and throat) practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all ENT listings.

• Tennessee Breathe Free Sinus and Allergy Centers – lead physician Steven D. Enrich, MD (3443 Dickerson Pike Suite 320, Nashville, TN 37207)

How to Choose a Pain Specialist in Nashville

Start by confirming that the physician is board certified and holds an active Tennessee license, then ask how the practice combines injections or other procedures with physical therapy and non-opioid options. Tennessee licenses most pain management clinics through the Department of Health, so ask whether the clinic holds that license or is exempt.

• State license. Confirm an active license with the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners (MDs) or the Tennessee Board of Osteopathic Examination (DOs), or search nationally at DocInfo.org (FSMB).
• Board certification. Look for certification in pain medicine, anesthesiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, or a related specialty. You can check it for free at CertificationMatters.org (ABMS).
• Treatment approach. Ask whether the practice uses image guidance (fluoroscopy or ultrasound) for injections and how it combines procedures with physical therapy and non-opioid options.
• Coverage and cost. Confirm network status with your insurer, and get written pricing for anything that may be self-pay.

Local Health Care Context: Nashville, TN

The Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN metropolitan area has an estimated population of 2,197,416 (U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates). Major hospitals and medical centers in the region include:

• Vanderbilt University Medical Center – Academic medical center on the Vanderbilt campus.
• TriStar Centennial Medical Center – HCA Healthcare hospital in midtown Nashville.
• Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West – Ascension Saint Thomas hospital in West Nashville.
• Nashville General Hospital – Nashville’s public safety-net hospital.
• VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System – Nashville – VA medical center in Nashville.

Hospital names are provided for local orientation only. These institutions are not affiliated with Physician Care Near Me, and their inclusion does not mean a listed practice is affiliated with them.

Insurance and coverage notes for Nashville

• Tennessee Medicaid program: TennCare.
• Tennessee has not adopted the ACA Medicaid expansion, so many working-age adults rely on employer, Marketplace, or self-pay coverage for pain care.

Nearby Cities Served

Providers near Nashville may also serve these communities. Linked cities already have listings in our directory.

• Franklin
• Brentwood
• Murfreesboro
• Hendersonville
• Smyrna
• Mt. Juliet
• Gallatin

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to see a pain management doctor in Nashville?

It depends on your plan. HMO plans and many Medicaid managed care plans require a referral from a primary care physician, while PPO plans often do not. Call the clinic and your insurer before booking an interventional procedure.

Is pain care at an academic medical center different from a private clinic?

Academic centers often handle complex or multi-specialty cases and may involve physicians in training, while independent clinics may offer quicker scheduling. Both can provide board-certified interventional care, so compare credentials, wait times, and network status.

How can I check a pain doctor’s license in Tennessee?

Search the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners (MDs) or the Tennessee Board of Osteopathic Examination (DOs) license lookup, or use the national DocInfo.org database from the Federation of State Medical Boards. Board certification can be checked at CertificationMatters.org.

Are pain management clinics regulated in Tennessee?

Tennessee requires most pain management clinics to hold a license from the Tennessee Department of Health, so it is reasonable to ask a clinic about its license.

What conditions do pain management doctors in Nashville treat?

Pain specialists commonly evaluate and treat chronic back and neck pain, sciatica, arthritis and joint pain, nerve pain such as neuropathy, headaches, and pain after injury or surgery. Each practice’s listing shows the services it reports offering.

How can I check a dermatologist’s or plastic surgeon’s credentials in Nashville?

Confirm an active license with the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners (MDs) or the Tennessee Board of Osteopathic Examination (DOs), or search nationally at DocInfo.org. Board certification in dermatology can be checked with the American Board of Dermatology (or the American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology for DOs), and in plastic surgery with the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Does insurance cover dermatology or plastic surgery in Nashville?

Medically necessary care, such as evaluating a suspicious mole or some reconstructive surgery, is often covered, while cosmetic procedures usually are not. Coverage and referral rules vary by plan, so check with your insurer and ask the practice for written pricing for anything that may be self-pay.

How can I check an orthopedic surgeon’s or ENT doctor’s credentials in Nashville?

Confirm an active license with the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners (MDs) or the Tennessee Board of Osteopathic Examination (DOs), or search nationally at DocInfo.org. Board certification in orthopaedic surgery can be checked with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (or the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery for DOs), and in otolaryngology with the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopedic surgeon or ENT doctor in Nashville?

It depends on your health plan. Some plans let you book a specialist directly, while others, often HMO plans, require a referral from your primary care doctor. Check with your insurer, and ask the practice what it needs before your first visit.