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James J. Tolle MD

Associate Professor of Medicine, and Director of Pulmonary Function Test Laboratory

Areas of Expertise

  • Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine

Location

1301 Medical Center Drive, B817
Nashville, TN 37232

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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I have seen Dr. Tolle for years and recommended him to others.
July 15, 2026
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He is the best he is very concerned. I trust him a lot. He Is my savior. If he wasn't my doctor I would be dead long time ago
July 13, 2026
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I've referred dozens of people to Vanderbilt for the Bronchiectasis/NTM clinic!
July 12, 2026
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Dr Tolle does a great job of explaining the current situation and mentioning ideas for the future.
July 5, 2026
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He answered all my questions and is very knowledgeable about my condition!
June 24, 2026
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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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