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Dr. James Powers, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 72
Dr. James Powers, MD
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Dr. James Powers, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Nashville, TN.
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Dr. James Powers, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 72
Nashville, TN
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47 years of experience
Dr. James Powers, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Nashville, TN.

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Dr. James Powers, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Nashville, TN and has 47 years experience. They graduated from University of Rochester. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center. At present, Dr. Powers received an average rating of 3.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Powers is board certified in Geriatric Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Abnormal Thyroid
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
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Animal Allergies
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Atherosclerosis
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
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Balanoposthitis
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Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
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Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
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Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
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Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Foot Infection
Fungal Nail Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gonorrhea Infections
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Herpes Simplex Infection
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
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Hypokalemia
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Hypothyroidism
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Influenza (Flu)
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Knee Sprain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
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Lipid Disorders
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Loss of Voice or Hoarse Voice
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
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Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
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Osteoarthritis
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Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
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Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyuria
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Postherpetic Neuralgia
Postnasal Drip
Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
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Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Symptomatic Menopause
Tension Headache
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
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Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Varicose Eczema
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Vitamin B Deficiency
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Warts
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Geriatric Assessment
Vaccination
Wellness Examination

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Locations

  1. 1 Vanderbilt Primary Care Village At Vanderbilt
    1500 21st Ave S Ste 3000, Nashville, TN 37212
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 936-3636
  2. 2 Vanderbilt University Medical Center
    1301 Medical Center Dr, Nashville, TN 37232
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 322-5000
  3. 3 Vanderbilt Medical Group
    3601 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37215
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 322-3000
  4. 4 Office
    719 Thompson Ln, Nashville, TN 37204
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Oct 29, 2019
Excellent, caring professional. Have recommended Dr. Powers to others.
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Specialties*
Geriatric Medicine
Hospice & Palliative Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Rochester
    1977
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Geriatric Medicine, Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine and Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Powers, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Powers' profile.

Dr. James Powers, MD is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Powers, MD holds board certification in Geriatric Medicine, Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    1211 Medical Center Dr, Nashville, TN