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Michael F. Vaezi PhD, MD, MS

Clinical Director, Division of Gastroenterology, Director of the Center for Swallowing and Esophageal Disorders, and Professor of Medicine

Areas of Expertise

  • Esophageal Diseases
  • Gastroenterology
  • Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
  • Gastrointestinal
  • General Gastroenterology

Location

1301 Medical Center Drive, Suite 1660
Nashville, TN 37232

Languages

  • English
  • Turkish

Education

  • Masters of Science - Case Western Reserve University, 1983
  • Doctor of Philosophy - University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1988
  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1992
  • Internship - University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System, 1993
  • Residency - University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System, 1995
  • Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic, 1996

Board Certifications

  • Gastroenterology - American Board of Internal Medicine, 1999

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Patient Comments

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The doctor was so nice.
October 16, 2025
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Dr. Vaezi was very kind and personable. He explained everything in very easy to understand terms. Like having a conversation with a friend. I understand the next steps of my procedure .
October 9, 2025
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Dr. Vaezi listens to me and takes my concerns seriously. I appreciate that, especially after bad experiences with a different gastro office
July 28, 2025
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Extremely nice friendly down earth Dr very kind
July 18, 2025
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I was so very impressed with my visit that I can only give a glowing review!
July 14, 2025
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In my book, the doctor is a 10 out of 10. The best.
June 23, 2025
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I will recommend Dr. Vaezi to all my friends and family
June 16, 2025
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Dr Vaezi has always been professional, courteous, helpful. He has gotten me where I am today
May 14, 2025
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Very informative. Smiling faces on both of the doctors.
May 13, 2025
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