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Barbara A. Murphy MD

Professor of Medicine, Director, Head and Neck Research Program, and Director, Pain and Symptom Management Program

Areas of Expertise

  • Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hematology/Oncology
  • Otolaryngology
  • Palliative Care
  • Upper Airway (Tracheal), Oral, Nasal, Lip, and Other Head and Neck Cancers

Conditions and Treatments

Location

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Wake Forest University, 1987
  • Internship - Greenwich Hospital, Yale University, 1988
  • Residency - Greenwich Hospital, Yale University, 1990
  • Fellowship - Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, 1992

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Patient Comments

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Doctor Murphy is the best!
December 19, 2025
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My current care provider is all telling-no listening. Dr. Murphy asked more questions and addressed more concerns in the hour+ spent with her than my current provider spent in 2+ years. I'm convinced that my best plan of action is to come to Vanderbilt
December 19, 2025
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Dr Murphy is excellent!!
December 19, 2025
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It is so apparent that Dr. Murphy is the best doctor on staff across all of Vanderbilt. Everyone who has ever seen her says the same. She is so thorough in reviewing your history, is knowledgeable about your health care and issues before she even steps in the room. She is a fabulous listener and very proactive in suggestions both medical and healthy living recommendations for easing issues. She doesn't leave until you are satisfied. She should be teaching doctors across all of the disciplines at Vanderbilt what exceptional patient service from a doctor is!
December 16, 2025
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Dr. Murphy is simply an angel. I was NEVER afraid while in treatment and aftercare has been excellent.
November 28, 2025
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ONCE AGAIN GOOD
November 23, 2025
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Dr. Murphy really explained our treatment plan very well and give us clarity. She is an exceptional Doctor and a very caring person.
November 21, 2025
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Dr Murphy is amazing. She basically, with God's help saved my life. And now with multiple health issues she is on top of them. Providing action to help with my Quality of life.
November 17, 2025
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Dr Murphy is an excellent doctor and someone I would highly recommend
November 15, 2025
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