About
Lee Fentriss, MD, FACP is a board-certified internal medicine physician in Nashville, Tennessee. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1992. Dr. Fentriss completed her internal medicine internship and residency at University of Tennessee, Baptist Hospital. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of South Dakota.
Dr. Fentriss focuses on preventive care, comprehensive screenings, advanced diagnostic testing, and chronic condition management. She tells patients her goal is to anticipate each person’s unique healthcare needs. Dr. Fentriss is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and affiliates with Saint Thomas Health Services. She has served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine since 1997. Castle Connolly recognized her as a Top Doctor from 2019 through 2024. Castle Connolly also named her an Exceptional Woman in Medicine from 2020 through 2024.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of South Dakota, Bachelor of Science in Biology
Medical School
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine (1992)
Residency
Internal Medicine Residency and Internship, University of Tennessee Baptist Hospital (1992-1997)
Additional Training
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Tennessee College of Medicine (1997-present)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Fentriss right for?
Dr. Fentriss works best with adults who want a proactive, prevention-first approach to their health. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease benefit from her thorough, individualized planning. She is a strong fit for anyone who values longer visits and a physician who listens carefully. Patients seeking comprehensive annual wellness assessments and advanced screenings will find her approach well-suited to their goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Fentriss specializes in internal medicine with a strong emphasis on preventive care. Her clinical focus includes comprehensive screenings, advanced diagnostic testing, and chronic condition management. She structures her practice around anticipating each patient's unique healthcare needs before problems develop.
Yes, Dr. Fentriss holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She is also a Fellow of the American College of Physicians, a distinction that reflects sustained excellence in internal medicine practice and education.
Dr. Fentriss earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1992. She then completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Tennessee Baptist Hospital, finishing her training in 1997.
Castle Connolly recognized Dr. Fentriss as a Top Doctor every year from 2019 through 2024. Castle Connolly also named her an Exceptional Woman in Medicine each year from 2020 through 2024. These recognitions reflect her standing among peers in the Nashville medical community.
Yes, Dr. Fentriss has served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine since 1997. She has also held leadership roles with the Nashville Academy of Medicine and Tennessee Women in Medicine.
Dr. Fentriss sees adult patients across a wide range of health needs. She works with patients managing complex chronic conditions as well as those focused primarily on prevention and long-term wellness planning.
Dr. Fentriss centers her approach on building a strong doctor-patient relationship through unhurried visits. She focuses on understanding each patient's individual health picture and creating a personalized plan that addresses both current conditions and future risks. Her goal is to anticipate needs before they become problems.
Dr. Fentriss affiliates with Saint Thomas Health Services in Nashville, Tennessee.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026