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Daniel M. Cottrell MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine

Areas of Expertise

  • Internal Medicine
  • Primary Care

Location

1500 21st Avenue South, Village at Vanderbilt, Suite 3000
Nashville, TN 37212

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - George Washington University, 2009
  • Residency - University of Pennsylvania Hospital, 2009

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2009

Patient Comments

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Dr. Cottrell is always 100% present during our visits. He Is clear communicator whether providing a science lesson - explaining how vaccines or medications work, potential side effects, or overall health more broadly. He is a great listener - even the between the lines listening. I always appreciate that he provides his health recommendations, explains why, asks for my reaction & we discuss if I prefer a different course of action - why what I think makes sense or does not make sense & the costs/benefits of one decision vs. The other. He is NOT argumentative about it but rather a professional expert providing best recommendations & allowing me to have the final say on next steps. Recommend Dr. Cottrell all day long!!
September 18, 2026
He gave me his full attention and made me feel like he really cared.
September 11, 2026
Dr. Cottrell is the best PCP I've ever had.
September 10, 2026
Excellent and considerate advice
September 8, 2026
Dr Cottrell has our best interest in heart we appreciate him for his dedication
September 7, 2026
Dr. Cottrell was recommended to me by my mother-in-law and I will recommend him to others.
August 27, 2026
Truly one of the best doc's I've had in my short life of 54 years. I trust his judgement and would be lost were he to move or leave the practice. Every experience is a learning experience for me, and he truly listens and seeks to learn more about my concerns and wonderings no matter how random they may seem.
August 25, 2026
All was excellent.
August 20, 2026
Dr Cottrell is a good doctor
July 29, 2026