Website: https://oatenn.com/
Otolaryngology Associates of Tennessee, also referred to as OAT, is an independent ear, nose, and throat (ENT) medical practice serving the Nashville and Middle Tennessee area. The practice describes itself as “Doctors Specializing in Ear Nose & Throat, Hearing, Allergy and Cancer Treatment in Nashville, TN.” It offers diagnostic and treatment services for a broad range of conditions affecting the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, and neck, along with hearing and balance care.
Services
The practice provides comprehensive ENT care across several focus areas. Ear care addresses conditions such as hearing loss, ear infections, tinnitus, vertigo, and balance disorders, while a dedicated Hearing Aid Center offers audiologist-provided hearing solutions and custom ear protection. A Vestibular (Balance) Center treats chronic dizziness and balance problems.
The Allergy Clinic focuses on identifying and treating seasonal and airborne allergies, including custom immunotherapy. Pediatric ENT services cover infants through teenagers and include care for airway disorders, ear infections, tongue tie, and speech-related concerns. Nose and sinus care addresses nosebleeds, sinus infections, polyps, and postnasal drip.
Throat care covers conditions affecting speech, singing, and swallowing, including vocal assessment. Neck care addresses infections, lymph node concerns, thyroid conditions, parotid gland disorders, and tumors. The practice also provides head and neck cancer diagnosis, treatment, and surveillance, and operates a cochlear implant program.
About
Otolaryngology Associates of Tennessee is an independent practice that describes “a strong heritage of community engagement, providing ENT services to the Middle Tennessee community for nearly 100 years.” According to the practice, “OAT was established in 1997 through the merger of two prominent Nashville-based otolaryngology practices,” with roots dating to the 1930s and 1950s. The practice states that it is “Dedicated to providing exceptional ear, nose, and throat care to patients across Middle Tennessee” and committed to “compassionate, patient-centered care in a courteous and respectful environment.” It emphasizes values including clinical excellence, accessibility, and community engagement.
The practice notes collaborative relationships with major regional institutions, including St. Thomas, Centennial, Williamson Medical Center, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital, and the Bill Wilkerson Center. Care is delivered by board certified physicians and audiologists who, in the practice’s words, “listen to your concerns, perform careful diagnostics, and provide treatment.”
Location & Contact
The practice operates multiple locations in Middle Tennessee. Its Nashville office is at 410 42nd Ave. N, Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37209, and its Franklin office is at 4601 Carothers Parkway, Suite 215, Franklin, TN 37067. The practice also maintains hearing centers in Nashville and Franklin. The main phone number is (615) 340-4000, with a fax line at (615) 327-4449, a billing line at (615) 340-4041, and a Hearing Aid Center line at (615) 329-0591.
Additional Information
The website provides resources for patients including sections on providers, audiologists, services, and locations, along with a blog, forms, and a frequently asked questions area. Patients can access a patient portal, appointment scheduling, and bill payment options through the site, supporting both new and returning patients in managing their care.
Profile compiled from the company’s official website (oatenn.com).