The 20 Best Aortic Dissection Doctors Near Me in Nashville, TN

Find the Top Aortic Dissection Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Aortic Dissection near Nashville, TN. Of these, 38 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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49 providers found
    Distinguished in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery
    Distinguished in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery

    Vanderbilt Heart And Vascular The Vanderbilt Clinic

    1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3600, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Naslund is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Naslund is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Aortic Dissection, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Leg or Foot Amputation.

    Distinguished in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery

    TriStar Cardiovascular Surgery

    2400 Patterson St Ste 307, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Gibson is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Gibson is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection

    Vanderbilt Heart

    1215 21st Ave S # 5, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Frischhertz is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Frischhertz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrioventricular Septal Defect, Endocardial Cushion Defect, Partial Atrioventricular Canal, Heart Transplant, and Stent Placement.

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    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Interventional Cardiology

    Vanderbilt Heart

    1215 21st Ave S # 5, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Baker is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Baker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Regurgitation, Pediatric Myocarditis, Atrial Fibrillation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Intensive Care Medicine

    TriStar Centennial Medical Center

    2300 Patterson St, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Habeeb is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Habeeb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Arterial Embolism, Spinal Shock, Gastrostomy, and Liver Embolization.

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Intensive Care Medicine

    TriStar Centennial Medical Center

    2300 Patterson St, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Bennett is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Bennett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Necrosis, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Peptic Ulcer, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection

    Office

    719 Thompson Ln, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kathryn Lindley is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Lindley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD), Hypertension, and Heart Failure.

    Advanced in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery
    Advanced in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery

    Vanderbilt Heart And Vascular The Vanderbilt Clinic

    1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3600, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Clifford Garrard is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Garrard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Disease, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Leg or Foot Amputation.

    Advanced in Aortic Dissection
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Aortic Dissection
    Internal Medicine

    Vanderbilt Heart

    1215 21st Ave S # 5, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hasan Siddiqi is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Siddiqi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiogenic Shock, Aortic Dissection, Heart Transplant, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Advanced in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery

    TriStar Cardiovascular Surgery

    2400 Patterson St Ste 307, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    V Seenu is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Seenu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Dissection, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aneurysm Repair.

    Advanced in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery
    Advanced in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery

    The Surgical Clinic, PLLC

    3443 Dickerson Pike Ste 600, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam Richter is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Richter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gangrene, Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, and Carotid Artery Surgery. Dr. Richter is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery

    Office

    3443 Dickerson Pike Ste 400, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lifford Lee Lancaster is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Lee Lancaster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

    Distinguished in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery

    Ascension Saint Thomas Heart West Cardiovascular Surgery

    4230 Harding Pike Ste 535, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Clayton Kaiser is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Kaiser is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery

    Vanderbilt Heart

    1215 21st Ave S # 5, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ashish Shah is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endocarditis, Constrictive Pericarditis, Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis, Heart Transplant, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery

    Vanderbilt Heart And Vascular The Vanderbilt Clinic

    1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3600, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Curci is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Curci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, and Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery

    Vanderbilt Heart And Vascular The Vanderbilt Clinic

    1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3600, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Stone is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Carotid Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Peripheral Artery Disease, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Angioplasty.

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Vascular Surgery

    Vanderbilt Heart And Vascular The Vanderbilt Clinic

    1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3600, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christine Deyholos is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Deyholos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. Her clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, May Thurner Syndrome, and Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery

    Vanderbilt Heart

    1215 21st Ave S # 5, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Trahanas is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Trahanas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aberrant Subclavian Artery, Endocarditis, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Thoracic Surgery

    TriStar Cardiovascular Surgery

    2400 Patterson St Ste 307, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sreekumar Subramanian is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Subramanian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Endocarditis, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Patent Foramen Ovale Repair.

    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Aortic Dissection
    Cardiology

    Centennial Heart

    2400 Patterson St Ste 502, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    A Thomas is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Aortic Dissection. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Aortic Dissection?

    Aortic dissection is a serious condition in which there is a tear in the wall of the major artery carrying blood out of the heart (aorta). As the tear extends along the wall of the aorta, blood can flow in between the layers of the blood vessel wall (dissection). This can lead to aortic rupture or decreased blood flow (ischemia) to organs.

    When should I see an Aortic Dissection doctor near Nashville, TN?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Aortic Dissection doctor near Nashville, TN?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Aortic Dissection doctors near Nashville, TN?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Aortic Dissection doctors near Nashville, TN?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Aortic Dissection doctor near Nashville, TN?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Aortic Dissection doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Aortic Dissection doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Aortic Dissection doctor near Nashville, TN?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Aortic Dissection doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Aortic Dissection doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Aortic Dissection doctors near Nashville, TN?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Aortic Dissection doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Aortic Dissection doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Aortic Dissection doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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