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David Kent, MD, Otolaryngology (ENT), Nashville, TN, Vanderbilt University Medical Center

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Otolaryngology (ENT) Nashville, TN

Sleep Medicine

Physician

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Summary

  • Dr. David Kent is an otolaryngologist in Nashville, TN and is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He received his medical degree from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has been in practice 7 years. He specializes in sleep surgery and is experienced in sleep medicine and surgery.

Education & Training

  • University of Southern California/LAC+USC Medical Center
    University of Southern California/LAC+USC Medical CenterFellowship, Sleep Medicine, 2015 - 2016
  • UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh)
    UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh)Residency, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2010 - 2015
  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and SurgeonsClass of 2010

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2015 - Present
  • TN State Medical License
    TN State Medical License 2016 - 2025
  • AL State Medical License
    AL State Medical License 2020 - 2020
  • PA State Medical License
    PA State Medical License 2010 - 2015
  • American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Otolaryngology
  • American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Sleep Medicine

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow (FAAO-HNS) American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • New Guideline Provides Clinical Recommendations for Surgical Referral of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients
    New Guideline Provides Clinical Recommendations for Surgical Referral of Obstructive Sleep Apnea PatientsSeptember 9th, 2021
  • Many Options Available to Treat Wide Range of Sleep Disorders
    Many Options Available to Treat Wide Range of Sleep DisordersJanuary 12th, 2017

Grant Support

  • The Effect of Ansa Cervicalis Neurostimulation on Airway Patency in Obstructive Sleep ApneaNHLBI2021–2026

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