About
Dr. Teresa M. Williams is a board-certified internist serving patients in Springfield, Tennessee, through her MDVIP-affiliated practice. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 2001. She then completed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Medicine in Rochester, finishing in 2004. Before medicine, Dr. Williams earned an Associate of Arts in Nursing from Indiana University Southeast Campus in 1974 and later a Master of Science in Educational Counseling from the same institution in 1987. She holds the Diplomate credential from the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Williams has deep roots in Middle Tennessee's medical community. She served as Chairperson of the Department of Medicine at NorthCrest Medical Center, where she also earned Physician of the Year honors in 2011. She maintains hospital affiliations with NorthCrest Medical Center, Middle Tennessee Medical Center, and Mayo Clinic Rochester. Her clinical approach centers on holistic health management and long-term wellness planning. She stays current with advances in medicine and helps patients coordinate care across specialists and hospital systems. Her practice carries limited availability, and a waiting list may apply.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Indiana University Southeast Campus, Associate of Arts, Nursing (1974)
Medical School
University of Louisville School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine (2001)
Residency
Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Medicine, Rochester, MD (2002-2004)
Additional Training
Internship: Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Medicine, Rochester, MD (2001-2002); Postgraduate: Indiana University Southeast Campus, Masters of Science, Educational Counseling (1987)
Certifications
Who is Dr. Williams right for?
Dr. Williams is a strong fit for adults in Robertson County and surrounding areas seeking a primary care physician who takes a long-term, holistic view of health. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from her personalized care planning and coordination with specialists. She serves adults who want same- or next-day appointment access and after-hours availability. Those who value a thorough annual wellness evaluation and proactive preventive screenings will find her approach well-matched to their goals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Williams specializes in internal medicine with a focus on patient-centered primary care and preventive health. She takes a holistic approach to managing health conditions and builds personalized long-term care plans with each patient. Her clinical work includes annual wellness exams, chronic disease management, and care coordination with specialists.
Yes, Dr. Williams holds the Diplomate credential from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Medicine in Rochester, finishing in 2004.
Dr. Williams earned her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in 2001. She completed both her internship and her Internal Medicine residency at the Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Medicine in Rochester between 2001 and 2004.
Dr. Williams holds affiliations with NorthCrest Medical Center, Middle Tennessee Medical Center, and Mayo Clinic Rochester. She also served as Chairperson of the Department of Medicine at NorthCrest Medical Center.
Dr. Williams works with each patient to build a personalized long-term health care plan. She ties goals to each patient's unique needs and takes a holistic view of health that goes beyond treating individual symptoms. She also helps patients navigate specialist referrals and hospital care when needed.
Yes, Dr. Williams makes herself available to members by phone after hours and on weekends. This after-hours access is a core feature of her MDVIP-affiliated practice.
Dr. Williams offers same- or next-day appointments that start on time. Members do not need to wait weeks for an urgent visit, and appointments allow adequate time for thorough discussion.
Dr. Williams has limited availability and may maintain a waiting list. Prospective patients can submit a request for more information directly through the MDVIP website to learn about current openings.
Dr. Williams earned the Physician of the Year award at NorthCrest Medical Center in 2011 and the Physician of the Quarter award in 2009, 2010, and 2012. She also received the Alpha Omega Alpha Distinguished Senior Award in 2001 upon completing medical school.
Before attending medical school, Dr. Williams earned an Associate of Arts in Nursing and later a Master of Science in Educational Counseling, both from Indiana University Southeast Campus. This background in nursing and counseling informs her patient communication style and her holistic approach to care.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026