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Macrae F. Linton MD

Stephen and Mary Schillig Professor of Medicine and Pharmacology, Director, Vanderbilt Lipid Clinic, and Co-Director, Atherosclerosis Research Unit

Areas of Expertise

  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Diabetes and Endocrinology
  • Hypercholesterolemia and/or Dyslipidemia
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lipid Disorders
  • Preventive Cardiology

Location

Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks
719 Thompson Lane, Suite 22100
Nashville, TN 37204

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Tennessee Memphis, 1985
  • Internship - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1986
  • Residency - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1988
  • Fellowship - University of California San Francisco Medical Center, 1991

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 1988

Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
I believe he is a good knowledgeable doctor but after the long wait I honestly just wanted to get the visit over with.
September 18, 2026
Very impressed with Dr. Linton. He gave me the opportunity to fully express my health concerns, followed up with relevant questions and listened intently to the responses. He then provided a very clear, concise explanation of his recommendation for my care plan. I left his office with a sense of relief. My later reading of his care notes confirmed Dr. Linton took in every word I said during my two hour appointment.
September 18, 2026
Dr Linton explained everything to me and was considerate and helpful.
May 11, 2026
Patient with my questions and took the time to answer them
May 11, 2026
Dr. Linton is simply fabulous and on par with The Cleveland Clinic. He took extensive time with us. He even did a full Physical examination which many allopaths gundeck. Give him a raise!
May 4, 2026
I waited for almost an hour past my appt time. I asked at the desk to make sure I hadn't missed my name being called. A way to let patients know of delays would be helpful.
April 3, 2026
I could have not been more pleased. Dr Linton was exceptional.
March 27, 2026
In prior visits Dr. Linton was prepared for the visit. He seemed distracted during this visit.
March 27, 2026
Dr. Linton is a very caring and professional physician who takes time to listen to his patients, answer your questions and provide the best of care.
February 10, 2026