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Dr. Allen

Primary Care That Makes You Primary

David W. Allen, MD

Internal Medicine

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Residency

The Johns Hopkins Hospital 
Baltimore, MD
Internal Medicine 1990-1992
Chief Resident 1992-1993

Internship

The Johns Hopkins Hospital 
Baltimore, MD
1989-1990

Medical School

East Tennessee State University College of Medicine 
Johnson City, TN
Doctorate of Medicine 1989

Undergraduate

Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology 1984

American Board of Internal Medicine

Centennial Medical Center 
Saint Thomas West

Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Castle Connolly Top Doctor, 2006-2024

Pneumonia in the Intensive Care Unit (Chapter) The Principles and Practices of Medical Intensive Care, D. Allen, S. Berk. The W.B. Saunders Company, 1993

American College of Physicians 
American Association of the History of Medicine

Tennessee

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MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$500.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,000.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,000.00 each year*

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Dr. Allen

Meet David W. Allen, MD


I am an internal medicine physician in Nashville, Tennessee. In my 30 years of experience, I have learned that people desire two things in a doctor – diagnostic acumen and kindness. Either, without the other, undermines the mutual trust of the physician-patient relationship.

Diagnostic acumen means the ability to listen and analyze the symptoms a person is having. Sometimes, the diagnosis is clear. Sometimes, we wait together for another clue. But we eventually arrive at a diagnosis or find resolution with reassurance. I believe a good physician is a good listener and sees the history as a story that holds the clues to discovering the problem. 

Kindness is another important quality. In kindness, a bond is formed, trust matures and the physician and patient can move forward together. The patient is confident that the physician cares. As with competent diagnostic acumen, from kindness comes trust.

My favorite quote is from Dr. Francis Peabody, “The secret to the care of the patient is caring for the patient”. 

That is why, I am affiliated with MDVIP. I want the time to truly care for my patients. It has been said that you can cure disease or heal people. I choose to do my best to help heal people. In order to prolong my calling, I believe a smaller practice provides the opportunity to practice more personally and proactively and to continue to learn and mature from the friends for whom I care. 

To summarize my philosophy of medical practice: Listen to the patient. Maintain diagnostic skills. Show kindness and concern. Love people where they are in life – no judgment. As my dad used to say. “People will remember what you said for a few minutes, but they will remember how you loved them for a lifetime." I may not be perfect. But, I care.

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Primary Care That Makes You Primary

A new healthcare model to suit your lifestyle
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Benefits of joining Dr. Allen's practice with MDVIP

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MDVIP Wellness Program

Expect comprehensive screenings and tests and a custom wellness plan designed for you.

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Better Doctor-Patient Relationship

97% of MDVIP members are satisfied with their relationship (vs 58% in traditional PCP).

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Same/Next-Day Appointments

See Dr. Allen quickly and take your time during each appointment.

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Reachable 24/7

Reach Dr. Allen by phone after-hours and on weekends.

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Smaller Practice Size

MDVIP practices are smaller than most primary care practices, which means your doctor has more time to help you.

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Your Dedicated Doctor

See Dr. Allen when you go to the office — not someone else like a nurse practitioner or physician assistant

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Travel Benefits

If you need urgent care while traveling, your physician can help arrange your care with a local hospital, pharmacy or doctor.

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Medical Centers of Excellence

For patients who need care beyond what is available locally, MDVIP can connect your doctor with specialists at some of the country’s leading medical institutions

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Better Health Outcomes

Members have better control of chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doctors who operate in the MDVIP models typically see far fewer patients than traditional primary care doctors. That gives them more time to develop deeper doctor-patient relationships that can lead to better outcomes. They can also offer conveniences that most primary care doctors can’t, including same- and next-day appointments. They’re available after hours for urgent matters. And they have time to focus on prevention. That focus begins with the MDVIP Wellness Program, which patients pay for with their annual membership fee.

Most MDVIP-affiliated primary care practices accept insurance (your physician can tell you whether they accept your specific insurance plan). Your annual fee pays for preventive care medical services that insurance usually doesn’t cover (e.g., advanced diagnostic testing and screenings). Your MDVIP-affiliated physician will continue to bill your insurance and charge copays, co-insurances and deductibles as he or she currently does for other medical services like sick visits.

MDVIP makes wellness and prevention easier by providing your physician with innovative tools and technology. MDVIP supports your physician’s practice and seeks to eliminate barriers to a positive healthcare experience. Your doctor will determine whether and how to incorporate these tools at his/her discretion.

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual and annual payments.

Quarterly
$500.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,000.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,000.00 each year*

Get Started Today

This physician has limited availability and may have a Waiting List. Fill out the form to receive more information about Dr. Allen.

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*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at that number. You can contact us at any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages.

The Office of David W. Allen, MD


Locations & Hours

Primary Office

4230 Harding Pike Suite 201
Nashville, TN 37205

call 1.866.696.3847

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Hours

Mon 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tue 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

MDVIP Annual Membership Fee

MDVIP’s annual fee covers the Wellness Program and generally can be made in quarterly, semi-annual, and annual payments.

Quarterly
$500.00 every 3 months*

Semi-Annual
$1,000.00 every 6 months*

Annual
$2,000.00 each year*

Get Started Today

This physician has limited availability and may have a Waiting List. Fill out the form to receive more information about Dr. Allen.

Get Started | Today

*MDVIP respects your privacy and will only use your personal information as stated in our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. By providing your number, you are giving your express written consent to receive telemarketing calls or text messages using an automatic phone dialing system or an artificial or prerecorded voice at that number. You can contact us at any time if you wish to stop receiving such messages.

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