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Gregory G. Polkowski MD, MSCR

Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Division Chief, Adult Reconstruction
Insurance Plans Accepted

About Gregory G. Polkowski

Areas of Expertise

  • Adult Orthopaedics
  • Joint Replacement
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedics

Conditions and Treatments

Locations

Vanderbilt Orthopaedics Belle Meade
Vanderbilt Health Belle Meade
6002 Highway 100
Nashville, TN 37205

Services

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 2004
  • Residency - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2009
  • Chief Residency - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2009
  • Fellowship - Washington University Medical Center, 2010
  • Master of Science in Clinical Research - University of Connecticut, 2012

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2012

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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.
Excellent surgeon and doctor. He is why we come to Vanderbilt
December 16, 2025
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We talked about surgery and the process.
November 18, 2025
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Dr Polkawski was very knowledgable he told me exactly what to expect, he made me feel comfortable with getting the surgery and I'm glad I did.
November 6, 2025
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Dr. Polkowski II is a excellent doctor and I highly recommend him.
November 1, 2025
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Very happy with my surgery.
October 28, 2025
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Always the best of care.
October 8, 2025
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Dr. Polkowski was wonderfully patient in addressing my concerns about upcoming surgery.
October 1, 2025
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Excellent doctor!
September 30, 2025
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Good
September 23, 2025
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