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Dr. James Yu, MD

Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery*
4.9 (270)
Map Pin Small Nashville, TN
Accepting new patients
25 years of experience

Overview of Dr. James Yu, MD

Dr. James Yu, MD is an Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery Specialist in Nashville, TN. They specialize in Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery, has 25 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine and is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West. Dr. Yu, completed a residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Yu an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Yu works at Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance in Nashville, TN. They frequently treat conditions like Morton's Neuroma, Ankle Fracture and Limb Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Yu's Office Locations

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    8 City Blvd Ste 300, Nashville, TN 37209 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 329-6600

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West

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Morton's Neuroma
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Morton's Neuroma
Ankle Fracture
Limb Pain

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Morton's Neuroma
Ankle Fracture
Limb Pain
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Achilles Tendinitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Ankle Impingement
Back Pain
Bunion
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Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Hammer Toe
Joint Pain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Plantar Fasciitis
Stress Fracture of Foot
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Baker’s Cyst
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Infection
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Humerus Fracture
Ingrown Nail
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Nail Infection
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Runner's Knee
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tobacco Use Disorder
Trigger Finger
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
Achilles Tenotomy
ACL Surgery
Ankle Arthroscopy
Ankle Replacement
Arthrocentesis
Bunion Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Release
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment Open
Hammer Toe Repair
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Immunization Administration
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Nail Avulsion and Excision
Neuroplasty
Puncture Aspiration
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. James Yu, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 25 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1407848641
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Washington University School of Medicine
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Vanderbilt University Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Penn State University College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Duke University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. James Yu, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Yu is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Yu works at Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance in Nashville, TN. View the full address on Dr. Yu’s profile.

    Dr. Yu has seen patients for Morton's Neuroma, Ankle Fracture and Limb Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Yu on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    270 patients have reviewed Dr. Yu. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Yu.

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