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Kenneth E. Watford MSN, DNP

Associate Professor, Department of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Otology Nurse Practitioner
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Adult and Pediatric Ear Disorders
  • Balance Disorders
  • Dizziness
  • ENT Ear, Nose, Throat (Otolaryngology)
  • Hearing Loss
  • Otolaryngology
  • Otology and Neurotology
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology
  • Tinnitus

Conditions and Treatments

Location

Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center
1215 21st Ave. S., Floors 6-10
Nashville, TN 37232

Services

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Master of Science in Nursing - Vanderbilt University, 1996
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice - Vanderbilt University, 2011

Board Certifications

  • Family Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center, 1997

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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.
Dr. Watford was very kind and supportive
January 23, 2026
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Great Doctor
January 14, 2026
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My husband and I are both patients of Dr Ken. He is kind, thorough and very patient with me as I have been through radiation and its challenging to treat me. I dont think I'd be comfortable with anyone else. Ken has become a friend and we look forward to coming.
January 11, 2026
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Very professional
January 10, 2026
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Dr. Watford remains a conscientious, well-informed, and caring provider.
January 9, 2026
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He was extraordinary!
January 7, 2026
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Ken Watford is the best
November 19, 2025
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Ken Watford is always so kind. He explains my treatment and I feel like he really cares about my issues.
November 19, 2025
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I have already recommended Dr. Watford to family and friends and will continue to do so
November 13, 2025
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