Dr. David Burstedt, M.D. is an interventional pain management physician on the team at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute. He is dedicated to helping patients throughout Cookeville, Tennessee, find relief and improved quality of life.
Dr. Burstedt began his career in health care by earning a master’s degree in physical therapy from Idaho State University. As a physical therapist, he obtained certification to evaluate and treat neck and back pain using the McKenzie Method®.
Dr. David Burstedt, M.D. is an interventional pain management physician on the team at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute. He is dedicated to helping patients throughout Cookeville, Tennessee, find relief and improved quality of life.
Dr. Burstedt began his career in health care by earning a master’s degree in physical therapy from Idaho State University. As a physical therapist, he obtained certification to evaluate and treat neck and back pain using the McKenzie Method®.
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Every few.months I drive from Rutherford Co. (where there are many good Drs. I am sure) to see Dr. Burstedt and get injections. He and his staff are the gold standard regarding what Dr. visits should be. They all make you feel like you are more of a person than just a patient to see and go on to the next one.
(4 days ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Burstedt, Kali & his whole staff are always professional, compassionate & thorough.
(5 days ago)
Aug-2026
Friendly, explain everything he was about to do. Made you feel comfortable. His staff is wonderful.,
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Very good dr and staff very pleased
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
The first Dr that has actually given me hope with having IC. I loved him and the nurse from the first visit!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Great doctor has a lot of knowledge on the back
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Great staff and excellent treatment.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Very friendly and willing to listen. I was really appreciate the fact that he don't like to operate!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
He is very thorough. Careful and and detailed
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
Very thorough, made me feel very comfortable gave me several options..
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
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Tier 1 Main: Neurosurgery & Orthopedics
105 S Willow Ave Cookeville, TN 38501
Dr. David Burstedt, M.D. is an interventional pain management physician on the team at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute. He is dedicated to helping patients throughout Cookeville, Tennessee, find relief and improved quality of life.
Dr. Burstedt began his career in health care by earning a master’s degree in physical therapy from Idaho State University. As a physical therapist, he obtained certification to evaluate and treat neck and back pain using the McKenzie Method®.
After practicing for eight years, he resumed his education and earned his medical degree from Texas A&M College of Medicine. He completed his anesthesiology residency at Baylor Scott & White in Temple, Texas. His formal medical training concluded by completing a fellowship in pain management at the University of Utah.
Dr. Burstedt is double board-certified in both Anesthesia and Pain Management. He trained in both basic and advanced image-guided interventional procedures for acute and chronic spine and joint pain. Treatments include epidural steroid injections, radiofrequency ablation, and sacroiliac joint injections. Advanced procedures include kyphoplasty, spinal cord stimulation, and peripheral nerve stimulation. Additionally, he offers procedures to treat migraine headaches, complex regional pain syndrome, and cancer pain.
Dr. Burstedt recognizes the importance of a multidisciplinary treatment team and anticipates working closely with referring providers, physical therapists, and psychologists to reduce pain and improve function in his patients.
He enjoys spending time outdoors cycling, golfing, fishing, and hiking. He and his family are excited to join the Cookeville community.
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Every few.months I drive from Rutherford Co. (where there are many good Drs. I am sure) to see Dr. Burstedt and get injections. He and his staff are the gold standard regarding what Dr. visits should be. They all make you feel like you are more of a person than just a patient to see and go on to the next one.
Dr. Burstedt, Kali & his whole staff are always professional, compassionate & thorough.
Friendly, explain everything he was about to do. Made you feel comfortable. His staff is wonderful.,
Very good dr and staff very pleased
The first Dr that has actually given me hope with having IC. I loved him and the nurse from the first visit!
Great doctor has a lot of knowledge on the back
Great staff and excellent treatment.
Very friendly and willing to listen. I was really appreciate the fact that he don't like to operate!
He is very thorough. Careful and and detailed
Very thorough, made me feel very comfortable gave me several options..