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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His shots hurt less than my Allergy shots. Very Friendly and courteous.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
He and his team are so caring and service oriented.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Was very nice. Explains what is going on. The staff was great too.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr B and his staff are the best
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Burstedt is awesome. Very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain and answer any questions.
Wonderful staff also!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
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.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Burstedt, Kali & his whole staff are always professional, compassionate & thorough.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Friendly, explain everything he was about to do. Made you feel comfortable. His staff is wonderful.,
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
Very good dr and staff very pleased
(2 months 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!
(2 months ago)
Jul-2026
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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His shots hurt less than my Allergy shots. Very Friendly and courteous.
He and his team are so caring and service oriented.
Was very nice. Explains what is going on. The staff was great too.
Dr B and his staff are the best
Dr. Burstedt is awesome. Very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain and answer any questions. Wonderful staff also!
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!