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S B. Tanner MD, CCD

Director of Osteoporosis Clinic, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Divisions of Rheumatology, Allergy & Immunology, Co-Founder Vanderbilt Asthma Sinus Allergy Program, and Best Doctors in America, 2017
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Adult Asthma
  • Adult Rhinitis
  • Adult Sinusitis
  • Allergy / Immunology
  • Allergy and Asthma
  • Osteoporosis
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatology

Conditions and Treatments

Location

Vanderbilt Rheumatology
1301 Medical Center Drive
Nashville, TN 37232

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Wake Forest University, 1983
  • Internship - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1984
  • Residency - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1986
  • Fellowship - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 1989
  • Certified Clinical Densitometrist

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 1986
  • Allergy and Immunology - American Board of Allergy and Immunology, 1989

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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. Tanner is a truly excellent caregiver.
February 19, 2024
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Dr Tanner took 2 hours for my appointment. He was very informative and had done a lot of research and had a lot of information
February 11, 2024
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In my book, Dr. Tanner is off the charts when it comes to providing the things mentioned above. He is so thorough and spends so much time answering my questions. I've seen him for years. I drive 6 hours to see him. I always feel so fortunate to have such a doctor- competent, caring and articulate. He quells any anxieties I have and inspires confidence in his recommended treatments!!!
February 5, 2024
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Dr. Tanner listened, answered questions and verified information by spending a large amount of time with me. It was so enlightening and so appreciated.
January 31, 2024
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Dr Tanner was so well prepared for my visit. It was professional and caring. He handled the visit as if I was his only patient. This is top shelf
January 19, 2024
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Dr. Tanner was very through, just what I wanted.
January 19, 2024
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I have been with Dr Tanner for 9 years and he Is taking excellent care of me
December 25, 2023
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Dr. Tanner had obviously studied my records before our visit and spent almost an hour with me explaining my condition, various treatment options and next steps. Very impressed by his thoroughness, lack of hurry, and desire for me to understand everything. I have already referred him to a friend.
December 15, 2023
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Focused, professional, looked me in the eye, not just at his computer, clearly explained all aspects of visit
December 15, 2023
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