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Southern Kidney Specialists

5 out of 5 · 134 reviews

Nephrology • Franklin, TN • Since 2013 • 4 (Nashville, Cool Springs, Hermitage, Murfreesboro) locations

About

Southern Kidney Specialists is a private nephrology and hypertension practice serving Middle Tennessee, with offices in Franklin, Nashville, and McMinnville. Key points: - Focus: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) management, ESRD/dialysis, kidney stones, hypertension (including resistant hypertension), UTIs, electrolyte disorders, and related care. - Locations: Franklin HQ (256 Seaboard Lane, Franklin, TN 37067), Nashville (2201 Murphy Ave, Suite 212, Nashville, TN 37203), McMinnville (1524 Sparta St, McMinnville, TN 37110). - Accessibility: Accepts all insurance plans (including Medicare and Amerigroup); offers prompt scheduling and patient-friendly care; services for adolescents to geriatrics. - Services: Comprehensive nephrology care with electronic health records and e-prescriptions; bilingual support (Spanish available). - Admissions/Hospital ties: Physicians available to see patients admitted at area hospitals (Williamson Medical Center, Baptist/St. Thomas Midtown, St. Thomas West, Centennial Medical Center). - Contact: main line 615-628-8064; referrals@southernkidney.com.

Clinic Type

Nephrology

Address

Nashville, Cool Springs, Hermitage, Murfreesboro locations (specific addresses not provided)

Phone

(615) 628-8064

Email

referrals@southernkidney.com

Opening Hours

Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.

Services Offered

  • nephrology
  • kidney disease care
  • hypertension management
  • kidney stones treatment
  • dialysis options
  • electrolyte disorders management

Team

  • Dr. Parikh, MD; MPH in Epidemiology — Board-certified Nephrologist/Internal Medicine; Medical Director; Nephrology & Hypertension
  • Dr. Sajadi, Nephrology training at East Carolina University — Board-certified Nephrologist
  • Nina, FNP-BC; trained at Tennessee State University; AANP certified — Family Nurse Practitioner

Insurance & Payment

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Languages Spoken

  • English

FAQs

What services does Southern Kidney Specialists provide?

The page highlights comprehensive nephrology care in Middle Tennessee, including kidney health restoration, with offices in multiple cities and same-day urgent appointments; it notes accepting most insurance plans.

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive

  • 4doctors.net, Practo: 5.0/5.0 (134 (4doctors.net) and 1 (practo.com))

Patients praise

  • attentive listening skills
  • thorough and professional care
  • clear explanations of test results
  • compassionate and patient demeanor
  • organized environment

Common complaints

  • occasional lengthy wait times
  • delays in appointment confirmations

"I've never had a doctor care more about me, both medically and personally! Dr. Womack is so thoughtful, caring, and diligent. The other women working in her office are also fantastic! I feel very cared for at Dr. Womack's office!"

— Casey Weaver via 4doctors.net

"Reviewers frequently commend Dr. Herron for taking ample time to explain test results clearly, making patients feel valued and understood."

— Wheree reviews summary

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.

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