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Reid M. Ness MD, MPH

Associate Professor of Medicine
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Gastroenterology
  • Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
  • Gastrointestinal
  • General Gastroenterology
  • Hepatobiliary and Liver Surgery

Conditions and Treatments

Location

Vanderbilt Digestive Disease Center
1301 Medical Center Drive, Suite 1660
Nashville, TN 37232

Services

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Indiana University, 1990
  • Internship - Duke University Health System, 1991
  • Residency - Duke University Health System, 1993
  • Gastroenterology Fellowship - Indiana University Medical Center, 1996
  • Master of Public Health - Indiana University, 1997
  • General Internal Medicine Fellowship - Indiana University Medical Center, 1997

Board Certifications

  • Gastroenterology - American Board of Internal Medicine, 1995

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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 Ness is an outstanding doctor! He listens and answers all of my questions and truely cares about making your health issues better! But he is always realistic too.
March 17, 2026
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Dr Ness is the best. He's very personable and great as a doctor. I trust him
February 22, 2026
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Very smart doctor. I was impressed
February 19, 2026
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Efficient and professional.
January 8, 2026
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Dr. Ness spent plenty of time explaining everything to me and telling me what he was going to do for me and if this didn't work what we would do next. I would most definitely recommend him to others.
January 8, 2026
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Dr Ness has great bedside manner
November 6, 2025
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Dr Ness gave thorough explanations which reduced my stress level. Excellent office visit.
November 4, 2025
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The care provider listened to me and took time with me, giving me ample time to relate my concerns and then together we decided on the best course of action to take. I already recommend Dr Ness when a GI issues comes up. Excellent experience as always!
November 3, 2025
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Dr. Nez has always taken the time with me that was needed to explain everything and has always cared about my health. He is an excellent Gastroenterologist and cares for his patience.
October 31, 2025
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