About
Dr. Brandon Cook is a board-certified internist and Lifestyle Medicine physician practicing in Franklin, Tennessee. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Broward Health Medical Center, one of the largest public healthcare systems in the United States. He also holds board certification in Lifestyle Medicine, a specialty focused on reversing chronic disease through evidence-based, non-pharmacologic approaches.
Dr. Cook grew up in Franklin and built his practice here to serve the community he knows best. He focuses on conditions like diabetes and hypertension with a clear goal: reduce reliance on medications and, where possible, eliminate them entirely. He believes every patient deserves individualized care, not a standardized protocol. Dr. Cook remains available around the clock, including phone and Zoom calls while traveling. He makes house calls when appropriate, and coordinates specialist referrals when patients need additional expertise.
Education & Training
Residency
Internal Medicine, Broward Health Medical Center
Additional Training
Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Cook right for?
Dr. Cook is a strong fit for adults managing chronic conditions like diabetes or hypertension who want to reduce or eliminate medications. Patients who prefer a physician they can reach directly at any hour will find his availability reassuring. His lifestyle medicine training makes him well-suited for people ready to address root causes through sustainable behavioral change. He also serves patients who need proactive preventive care and thorough chronic disease monitoring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Cook focuses on internal medicine, lifestyle medicine, and preventive care. He has particular expertise in chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic disease. His goal is to address the root cause of each condition rather than simply prescribing medications to manage symptoms.
Yes. Dr. Cook holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. Lifestyle Medicine certification reflects advanced training in reversing chronic disease through evidence-based, non-pharmacologic interventions.
Dr. Cook completed his Internal Medicine residency at Broward Health Medical Center in Florida, one of the largest public healthcare systems in the United States. He returned to Franklin, Tennessee after residency to practice in his hometown.
Dr. Cook treats chronic diseases with the goal of reducing and eventually eliminating medications wherever possible. He targets the underlying causes of conditions like diabetes and hypertension rather than prescribing medications to address their secondary effects. He uses lifestyle interventions as a core part of his treatment plans.
Yes. Dr. Cook makes himself available 24/7, including evenings and weekends. He takes phone calls and Zoom visits even while on vacation. On the rare occasion he travels out of the country, a trusted colleague covers for him.
Yes. Dr. Cook makes house calls when the situation calls for it. If a patient feels too unwell to travel to the office, Dr. Cook can come to them so they can rest and focus on recovering.
Dr. Cook approaches prescribing conservatively. He emphasizes preventive and lifestyle-based care first. For patients already on medications for chronic conditions, his goal is to reduce that burden over time as their health improves.
Yes. When a patient needs specialty care, Dr. Cook coordinates expedited referrals to leading specialists. He stays involved in the process to ensure continuity of care and advocates on behalf of his patients throughout.
Doctor profile last updated October 31, 2026