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Dr. James Cato, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 71
Dr. James Cato, MD
4.9 (19 Ratings)

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Dr. James Cato, MD is an Internist in Nashville, TN.
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Dr. James Cato, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 71
Nashville, TN
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Cato, MD is an Internist in Nashville, TN.

About

Dr. Cato graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1979 and completed a residency at Nashville Va Medical Center.Dr. James Cato, MD is an Internist in Nashville, TN and has 45 years experience. Dr. Cato currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown. At present, Dr. Cato received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 19 times. Dr. Cato's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Cato is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Abdominal Pain
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
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Abdominal Pain
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Electrocardiogram (EKG)
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Abnormal Thyroid
Acne
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Acute Bronchitis
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Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Laryngitis
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Acute Sinusitis
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Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
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All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Rhinitis
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Anaphylactic Food Allergies
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
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Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
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Bladder Infection
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Bronchitis
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
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Enteritis
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Osteomalacia
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Otitis Media
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Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    2325 Crestmoor Rd, Nashville, TN 37215
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 324-2158
  2. 2 Office
    2325 Crestmoor Rd Ste 201, Nashville, TN 37215
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (629) 255-2206
  3. 3 Heritage Medical Associates PC
    222 22nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203
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  4. 4 Office
    2325 Crestmoor Rd Ste 203, Nashville, TN 37215
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4.9
Based on 19 Reviews
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Nov 07, 2018
I have been a patient of Dr Catos for many years. He was also my moms Doctor. He is the best! A good doctor and a caring Doctor!! So wonderful that he is my doctor!!
Sylvia Street — Nov 07, 2018
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
    1979
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center
    1980
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Nashville Va Medical Center
    1983
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Cato, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Cato's profile.

Dr. James Cato, MD is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown.

Yes, Dr. James Cato, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown

    2000 Church St, Nashville, TN