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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Getting the injection went well, the paperwork for existing patients is unnecessary
May-2025
I've been to him before,he's the best.
Apr-2025
Spwnt alot of time with me. Listened to my problem.
Apr-2025
He went over completely with me every step as he did them, thank you and staff
Apr-2025
Very professional. Explained each procedure so I could understand what was happing.. Felt very comfortable during entire process. Highly recommend
Apr-2025
Very nice man, explained everything in a way I could understand. Excellent job, very intelligent in his field
Apr-2025
Excellent explanation of procedure.
Apr-2025
Dr Burstedt was very pleasant and informative letting me know stick by stick what he was doing and what I would feel.
Apr-2025
So grateful for the way he processes my issues and sends a lot of information to my physician, Dr Peddicord in Albany Ky. Easier to get tests done there than in Albany. Thank You.
Apr-2025
Was considerate and explained in detail the possible treatments Dr. Burstedt was thorough and listened attentively..
Apr-2025
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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.
Getting the injection went well, the paperwork for existing patients is unnecessary
I've been to him before,he's the best.
Spwnt alot of time with me. Listened to my problem.
He went over completely with me every step as he did them, thank you and staff
Very professional. Explained each procedure so I could understand what was happing.. Felt very comfortable during entire process. Highly recommend
Very nice man, explained everything in a way I could understand. Excellent job, very intelligent in his field
Excellent explanation of procedure.
Dr Burstedt was very pleasant and informative letting me know stick by stick what he was doing and what I would feel.
So grateful for the way he processes my issues and sends a lot of information to my physician, Dr Peddicord in Albany Ky. Easier to get tests done there than in Albany. Thank You.
Was considerate and explained in detail the possible treatments Dr. Burstedt was thorough and listened attentively..