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Kelly A. Birdwell BA, MD, MSCI

Assistant Professor of Medicine, and Medical Chief of VA Kidney Transplant, Nashville VA

Areas of Expertise

  • Kidney Transplantation
  • Kidney and Pancreas Transplant
  • Nephrology

Conditions and Treatments

Location

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts - University of Tennessee Knoxville, 1997
  • Doctor of Medicine - Emory University, 2001
  • Residency - University of Colorado Health Science Center, 2004
  • Master of Science in Clinical Investigation - Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 2009
  • Fellowship - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2009

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2004
  • Nephrology - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2007

Patient Comments

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Awesome
March 21, 2026
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I do recommend this Dr to every one.
March 10, 2026
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Dr. Birdwell is, as always, excellent. I feel lucky to have her as my doctor.
March 7, 2026
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Good
February 15, 2026
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Good
February 11, 2026
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The care provider answered all of my questions and concerns.
February 9, 2026
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Dr. Birdwell is always upbeat and pleasant.
January 25, 2026
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Dr. Birdwell is a very caring doctor who listens to my concerns and addresses them with the most positive attitude.
January 23, 2026
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Did a great job
January 12, 2026
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