Songwriter David Schmelhaus found life-saving care and spiritual strength during his battle with acute leukemia at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown in Nashville, Tenn.
Primary care
Doctors at Ascension Saint Thomas are here for all your care needs, including care for new symptoms, chronic conditions and emotional health.
Primary care in Middle Tennessee
Doctors at Ascension Saint Thomas are here for all your care needs, including care for new symptoms, chronic conditions and emotional health.
Get primary care close to home
From annual wellness visits, preventive care and health screenings to treatment for chronic conditions and minor illnesses—you’ll find all the care you need at Ascension Saint Thomas. Online scheduling and virtual visits make it easy and convenient to connect with a primary care doctor near you.
Care for your everyday health
Care for your everyday health
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, go directly to the ER or call 911.
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A Lascassas, Tenn., couple received a heart bypass and kidney transplant at Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West on the same day, then recovered and went home together.