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Dr. Burton Elrod, MD

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Dr. Burton Elrod, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Nashville, TN.
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Dr. Burton Elrod, MD

Orthopedic Surgery Age 74
Nashville, TN
Accepting new patients
48 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Burton Elrod, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Nashville, TN.

About

Dr. Burton Elrod, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Nashville, TN and has 48 years experience. They graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1975 and completed a residency at Baroness Erlanger Hospital.They currently practice at Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopedics and are affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center and Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown. Dr. Elrod has experience treating conditions like Shoulder Impingement Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Elrod received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 46 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Elrod is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Joint Pain
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Insurance Accepted

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  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Oscar Insurance Corporation
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Nashville - Midtown
    2004 Hayes St Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37203
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 324-1600
    Monday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 Office
    2021 Church St # 200, Nashville, TN 37203
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  3. 3 Office
    7105 S Springs Dr Ste 100, Franklin, TN 37067
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  4. 4 Franklin Office
    125 Spring St Ste 240, Franklin, TN 37064
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  5. 5 Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center - Cool Springs
    5021 Carothers Pkwy, Franklin, TN 37067
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    Monday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:30
  6. 6 Brentwood
    1001 Health Park Dr Ste 220, Brentwood, TN 37027
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 324-1600
    Monday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:30
  7. 7 Nashville - Green Hills
    2001 Woodmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37215
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    Monday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:30
  8. 8 Franklin - Cool Springs
    7105 S Springs Dr, Franklin, TN 37067
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 324-1600
    Monday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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4.5
Based on 46 Reviews
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4 Stars (2)
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1 Star (5)

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Oct 15, 2022
Dr Elrod performed a very difficult shoulder surgery for me and I couldn’t be more thankful. I would highly recommend Dr Elrod and his team. Thanks Doc !!!
James Small — Oct 15, 2022
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About Me

Care Philosophy

  • Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopedics provides comprehensive orthopedic care and services throughout Tennessee and the southeast region. Our mission is to provide unsurpassed orthopedic care to our patients so that they may pursue and maintain more healthy and active lifestyles.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Burton Elrod, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Nashville, TN and has over 47 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1975. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine.
Biography
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Specialties
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
    1975
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Memphis Hosp/Meth Hosp
    1978
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Baroness Erlanger Hospital
    1982
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Sw Orth Grp
    1983
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Burton Elrod, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Elrod's profile.

Dr. Elrod frequently treats the following conditions: Shoulder Impingement Syndrome. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Burton Elrod, MD is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center and Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown.

Yes, Dr. Burton Elrod, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Tristar Centennial Medical Center

    2300 Patterson St, Nashville, TN

  • Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown

    2000 Church St, Nashville, TN