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James J. Tolle MD

Associate Professor of Medicine, and Director of Pulmonary Function Test Laboratory
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

Conditions and Treatments

Location

Vanderbilt Pulmonary Clinic
1301 Medical Center Drive, B817
Nashville, TN 37232

Services

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Texas Southwestern, 2001
  • Internship - Massachusetts General Hospital, 2002
  • Residency - Massachusetts General Hospital, 2004
  • Fellowship - Massachusetts General Hospital, 2008

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2004
  • Pulmonary Disease - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007
  • Critical Care Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2008

Patient Comments

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Dr. Tolle is great. Answers all questions. Don't feel rushed and explained everything.
June 16, 2026
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Dr. Tolle is very thorough in his description of my issue, the direction we need to take in order to see good results and includes me in the plan. He also spends enough time of rme to completely understand the issue.
June 14, 2026
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Love Dr. Tolle.
June 12, 2026
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I know Dr Tolle is very busy but he listens and responds to my concerns with patience, compassion, and great care.
June 7, 2026
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Great dr!
April 4, 2026
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Dr Tolle was courteous, listened well and explained things thoroughly
March 1, 2026
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Dr.Tolle explained all of my illness and treatment plan. Great!
March 1, 2026
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He is an excellent doctor very helpful and knowledgeable
February 19, 2026
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Dr. Tolle is excellent at listening and asking questions. During this last appointment, he recommended I start on a new prescription and he took the time to explain the potential benefits and risks - even how this new drug works. He does not rush through the appointment. He asks followup questions and always tries to answer my questions and concerns. He spends the time to tell me the 'why' behind the procedures and medications he recommends, not just instructions.
January 25, 2026
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