The 20 Best Tension Headache Doctors Near Me in Nashville, TN

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 52 doctor with experience in Tension Headache near Nashville, TN. Of these, 47 are Experienced, 4 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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52 providers found
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Vanderbilt Medical Group- Teleneurology

    1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Curfman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Peripheral Neuropathy, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Curfman is board certified in  .

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Vanderbilt Medical Group- Teleneurology

    1161 21st Ave South, A-0118 Medical Center North, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Derwenskus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Migraine, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease. Dr. Derwenskus is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    W. Garrison Strickland MD PC

    300 20th Ave N Ste 604, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    William Strickland is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Strickland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy.

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    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Specialtycare

    Brentwood, TN 
     (11.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Lindenbaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Mononeuropathy, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Memory Loss, and Vasoconstriction. Dr. Lindenbaum is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology and American Board Of Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Vanderbilt Neurology The Vanderbilt Clinic

    1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3930, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Fallis is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Fallis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Lambert-Eaton Syndrome.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Vanderbilt Health Clinicians LLC

    1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3930, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Lavin is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Lavin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prolactinoma, Pituitary Tumor, Migraine, and Cluster Headache.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Vanderbilt Health Clinicians LLC

    1301 Medical Center Dr Ste 3930, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anne O'duffy is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. O'duffy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Hemiplegia, Moyamoya Disease, Gastrostomy, and Thrombectomy.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    Ascension Medical Group Saint Thomas Nashville

    300 20th Ave N Fl 9, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Mcgee is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Mcgee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperaldosteronism, Familial Hyperaldosteronism, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    Office

    345 23rd Ave N Ste 306, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Charlotte Lohrey is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Lohrey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency, Glucose Phosphate Isomerase Deficiency, Glucose-Galactose Malabsorption Deficiency, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Centennial Neuroscience

    345 23rd Ave N Ste 212, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Maria Dongas is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Dongas is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Partial Familial Epilepsy, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Partial Seizure. Dr. Dongas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Centennial Neuroscience

    345 23rd Ave N Ste 212, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Tonse Ashwini is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. She has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Ashwini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her clinical expertise encompasses Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Migraine, Seizures, and Memory Loss. Dr. Ashwini is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Pediatric Neurology
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Pediatric Neurology

    TriStar Medical Group Children's Specialists - Suite 450

    330 23rd Ave N Ste 450, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jesus Pina is a Pediatric Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Pina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 46 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, Lafora Disease, and Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Pina is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    The Frist Clinic At Tristar Centennial-Suite 400

    2400 Patterson St Ste 400, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Anderson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Anderson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Low Blood Sugar, Hypertension, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    Centennial Internal Medicine

    250 25th Ave N Ste 300B, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Deepinder Bal is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Bal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    300 20th Ave N Ste 500, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Graham is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Graham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    The Frist Clinic At Tristar Centennial-Suite 400

    2400 Patterson St Ste 400, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Sterling Barrett is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Barrett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Familial Hypertension, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Heritage Medical Associates PC

    222 22nd Ave N, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Benjamin Hoffman is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Migraine, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and Essential Tremor. Dr. Hoffman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    222 Medical Office Building - Primary Care

    222 22nd Ave N, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Henry Harrell is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Harrell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Hypertensive Heart Disease.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Neurology
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Neurology

    Rtna PC

    336 22nd Ave N, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nabil Azar is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Azar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    Rager Adolescent Health PLLC

    801 Woodland St, 
    Nashville, TN 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rozmond Lewis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Insomnia, Herpetic Stomatitis, Gingivostomatitis, and Male Genital Sores.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Tension Headache?

    A tension headache is the most common type of headache. It is pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck, and is often associated with muscle tightness or tenderness in these areas.

    When should I see a Tension Headache 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 a Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 a Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctors near Nashville, TN?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Tension Headache 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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