Procedures:
Capsule Endoscopy, Colon Cancer Prevention/Screening, Colonoscopy, Colonoscopy W/Polypectomy, Colorectal Cancer Screening, Crohn's Disease, Endoscopic Common Duct Stone Removal, Endoscopic Polypectomy, Endoscopy, Ercp (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancratiogram), Ercp With Spincterotomy, Esophageal Dilation, Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (Egd), Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, Hepatology, Peg Tubes
Conditions:
Abdominal Pain, Colitis, Colon Cancer, Colon Diseases & Polyps, Constipation, Crohn's Disease, Diarrhea, Gastric (Stomach) Ulcer, Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease, Gastrointestinal Diseases & Disorders, Gerd (Gastroesophageal Reflux or Acid Reflux Disease), Heartburn, Hepatitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (Ibs), Pancreatitis, Ulcerative Colitis
Certifications:
Gastroenterology, 1987, Internal Medicine, 1984
Hospitals:
Gastroenterology - Nashville Office
222 22Nd Ave N FL 3, Nashville 37203
Baptist Hospital
2000 Church Street Aly, Nashville 37236
Saint Thomas West Hospital
PO Box 380, Nashville 37205
Gastroenterology - Nashville Office
222 22Nd Ave N FL 3, Nashville 37203
Baptist Hospital
2000 Church Street Aly, Nashville 37236
Saint Thomas West Hospital
PO Box 380, Nashville 37205
Philosophy:
Dr. Wright understands effective treatment cannot begin without complete understanding of his patient's digestive concerns. He utilizes approachable and nonjudgemental modes of communication to ascertain the relevant symptoms and history, and form a therapeutic alliance with the patient. He utilizes various diagnostic tests when needed in a judicious, safe, and cost-effective manner. He incorporates lifestyle and dietary approaches in treatment plans and empowers his patients with knowledge.
Education:
Medical School
Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
Graduated: 1981
Vanderbilt University
Graduated: 1982
Graduated: 1984
Graduated: 1986
Graduated: 1977