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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

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

Location

1215 21st Ave. S., Floors 6-10
Nashville, TN 37232

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.
My son comes to see Ken Watford and this is saying a lot because he does not like to come to a doctor.
February 20, 2025
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I was very happy with Dr Watford. He was very knowledgeable and explained everything to me. I really liked his ideas about my treatment. And he said he was part of my care team now and for me not to hesitate to reach out if I need anything!!
February 11, 2025
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Dr Watford is exceptional!
February 2, 2025
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Dr. Watford is the absolute best doctor for treating vestibular migraine. I have recommended him to Facebook groups and to friends because he provides the best care of anyone I have ever seen.
January 28, 2025
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Ken is an absolute joy to see for my eustacian tube dysfunction. He is professional yet friendly. I always leave feeling like I had a great visit with a dear friend who also happens to take care of my ears.
January 25, 2025
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Dr Watford is excellent. Listens and addresses issues with understanding and action plan. Highly Recommend!
January 21, 2025
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Dr. Watford is always so pleasant and efficient. He has a wonderful bedside manner and is an excellent practitioner.
January 17, 2025
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Ken Watford is a highly skilled, competent practitioner who show exceptional care for his patients. He is a gift, do all that is needed to ensure he remains with Vanderbilt !
January 16, 2025
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Excellent as always
January 14, 2025
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