The 20 Best Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Doctors Near Me in Franklin, TN

Find the Top Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 12 doctor with experience in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor near Franklin, TN. Of these, 12 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

    Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    919 Murfreesboro Rd, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ricardo Fonseca is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Fonseca is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Visceromegaly, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Carbuncle, and Boils.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Tennessee Oncology Pharmacy Dispensing

    4323 Carothers Pkwy Ste 500, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Johnson is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

    Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center Cool Springs

    324 Cool Springs Blvd, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lindsey Goodman is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Goodman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC), Multiple Myeloma, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET).

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    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

    Tennessee Oncology Pharmacy Dispensing

    4488 Carothers Pkwy Ste 300, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (5.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rodney Dorand is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Dorand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Iron Deficiency Anemia, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Chronic Familial Neutropenia, and Agranulocytosis.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Radiology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Radiology

    Office

    1113 Murfreesboro Rd Ste 106, 
    Franklin, TN 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Menke is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Menke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), and Neuroendocrine Tumor.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Colorectal Surgery

    Vanderbilt Colon And Rectal Surgery

    1211 21st Ave S Ste 220, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Hawkins is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Viral Gastroenteritis, Ileostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Gastroenterology

    Nashville Gastrointestinal Specialists

    4230 Harding Pike Ste 309, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (13.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Howard Mertz is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Mertz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 72 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, Pancreatic Cancer, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Mertz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    719 Thompson Ln Ste 23300, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (14.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Depriest is a Radiologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Depriest is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ureterocele, Chronic Granulomatous Disease, Blau Syndrome, and Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis. Dr. Depriest is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

    Tennessee Oncology Pharmacy Dispensing

    4220 Harding Pike Ste 200, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregg Shepard is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Shepard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 44 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Hemochromatosis, Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Drug-Induced Thrombocytopenia.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Oncology
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Oncology

    Tennessee Oncology Pharmacy Dispensing

    4220 Harding Pike Ste 200, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kent Shih is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Shih is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 47 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor

    Tennessee Oncology Pharmacy Dispensing

    4220 Harding Pike Ste 200, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (14.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Natalie Dickson is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Dickson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Endometrial Cancer, and HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
    General Surgery

    The Surgical Clinic - St. Thomas West

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

    Patrick Wolf is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Wolf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor?

    A gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) is a type of tumor that occurs in the gastrointestinal tract, most commonly in the stomach or small intestine. This type of tumor is thought to grow from specialized cells found in the gastrointestinal tract called interstitial cells of Cajal (ICCs) or precursors to these cells. Affected individuals can develop one or more tumors. GISTs are usually found in adults between ages 40 and 70; rarely, children and young adults develop this type of tumor.

    When should I see a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near Franklin, 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 a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near Franklin, 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctors near Franklin, 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctors near Franklin, 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 a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near Franklin, 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor 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 a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor near Franklin, 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor 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 Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctors near Franklin, TN?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor 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 a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor 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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