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Dr. Peter Donofrio, MD

Neurology
2.7 (14)
Map Pin Small Nashville, TN
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Peter Donofrio, MD

Dr. Peter Donofrio, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Nashville, TN. They specialize in Neurology, has 47 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF NURSING and is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Dr. Donofrio works at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. They frequently treat conditions like Inflammatory and Toxic Neuropathy, Anterior Horn Disease and Polyneuropathy along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts 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. Donofrio's Office Locations

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    Vanderbilt University Medical Center
    1211 MEDICAL CENTER DR, Nashville, TN 37232 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (615) 343-4201
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    Vanderbilt Medical Group
    3601 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37232 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (949) 852-3400

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  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

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    Jul 25, 2020
    Dr Donofrio was knowledgeable, articulate, very good technically doing muscle tests, explained what he was doing well, and understanding.
    — Jul 25, 2020
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    About Dr. Peter Donofrio, MD

    Specialties
    • Neurology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 47 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1639155716
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • PROVIDENCE HOSPITAL / SCHOOL OF NURSING
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Neurology
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    Dr. Peter Donofrio, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Donofrio is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Donofrio has an average wait time of 16 – 30 minutes at their office(s).

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    Dr. Donofrio works at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. View the full address on Dr. Donofrio’s profile.

    Dr. Donofrio has seen patients for Inflammatory and Toxic Neuropathy, Anterior Horn Disease and Polyneuropathy, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Donofrio on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Donofrio. The overall rating for this provider is 2.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Donofrio.

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