Dr. Ted LeichnerDO
at GracePointe Healthcare — Franklin, TN
About
Dr. Edward “Ted” Leichner, DO, serves as the supervising physician for GracePointe Healthcare in Franklin, Tennessee. He brings more than three decades of experience in family medicine and has built a career centered on comprehensive, patient focused care. A native of Adel, Georgia, Dr. Leichner earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in 1993. He then completed his residency training in family medicine, equipping him to care for patients across all ages and a wide range of medical conditions.
Dr. Leichner is board certified in family medicine and has extensive experience managing both acute illnesses and chronic conditions. His clinical interests also include sports medicine, reflecting his appreciation for active lifestyles and preventive care. In addition to his work in private practice settings, he has been affiliated with the Nashville VA Medical Center, serving veterans and contributing to community health.
Dr. Leichner has also served in the Army National Guard, including overseas deployments. His military service reflects a strong commitment to leadership and service. He lives in Franklin with his wife and children and enjoys swimming, running, and biking in his free time.
Education & Training
Medical School
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (1993)
Residency
Family Medicine residency
Additional Training
Affiliated with Nashville VA Medical Center; served in the Army National Guard including overseas deployments
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Leichner right for?
Dr. Leichner is a strong fit for patients of all ages seeking a primary care physician with deep experience. Adults managing chronic conditions such as diabetes or hypertension benefit from his long-term, relationship-driven approach. Active patients and athletes find value in his sports medicine interest and preventive focus. Families with children appreciate his ability to handle pediatric wellness, vaccinations, and urgent care needs under one roof. Veterans and patients with complex histories are well served by his broad clinical background.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Leichner treats a wide range of acute and chronic conditions across all age groups. His scope includes infections, injuries, diabetes, hypertension, and other chronic illnesses. He also handles preventive care, sports medicine concerns, and minor urgent care needs like cuts and burns.
Yes, Dr. Leichner holds board certification in family medicine. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in 1993 and completed a family medicine residency before entering practice.
Dr. Leichner brings more than thirty years of family medicine experience. His career spans private practice, work with veterans at the Nashville VA Medical Center, and military service in the Army National Guard.
Yes, Dr. Leichner cares for patients of all ages. He provides pediatric wellness checkups, vaccinations, height and growth assessments, and sports physicals for children, alongside full adult primary care.
Dr. Leichner schedules no more than two patients per hour. New patients receive a full hour for their first visit. This structure allows him to listen thoroughly and address each concern without rushing.
Yes, Dr. Leichner offers house calls after hours, on weekends, and on holidays. Patients on the Premium Smart Care Plan receive two house calls per year included in their membership. Pay-per-visit house calls are also available.
Yes, Dr. Leichner offers a range of aesthetic services at GracePointe Healthcare. These include Botox, dermal fillers, Morpheus8 skin treatment, Fractora, and Votiva feminine rejuvenation.
Dr. Leichner built a career centered on comprehensive, patient-focused care across all life stages. His clinical interests in sports medicine and preventive health reflect an appreciation for helping patients stay active and well, not just treating illness after it appears.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026