Dr. Derek Worley, M.D. is proud to provide his services to his hometown community as the only fellowship-trained and board-certified primary care sports medicine physician in the entire Upper Cumberland region. He sees patients at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute’s office in Cookeville, Tennessee.
Dr. Worley is a native of the Upper Cumberland region, having grown up in Livingston, Tennessee. He attended the University of Tennessee, where he majored in exercise science.
Dr. Derek Worley, M.D. is proud to provide his services to his hometown community as the only fellowship-trained and board-certified primary care sports medicine physician in the entire Upper Cumberland region. He sees patients at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute’s office in Cookeville, Tennessee.
Dr. Worley is a native of the Upper Cumberland region, having grown up in Livingston, Tennessee. He attended the University of Tennessee, where he majored in exercise science.
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Dr Worley is thorough, listens well and developed a plan that's just right for me. I appreciate his caring attitude.
Jun-2025
Dr Worley is very compassionate and knowledgeable. Answered all my questions.
Jun-2025
Thank you for getting me in quickly and addressing my issue in a thorough and professional manner.
Jun-2025
Very nice and straight to the point.
Jun-2025
Hillary was really great she fixed the issue i had and explained to me what was going on and what to expect later on, and also said if anything got worse to come back and they would follow up.
Jun-2025
I did not have to wait long at all and Derek Worley was very knowledgeable and professional.
Jun-2025
To the point and was helpful with follow up questions
May-2025
Top notch doctor and so intelligent and knowledgeable
May-2025
Always quick and knowledgeable.
May-2025
Intake at the office was very smooth and easy. My visit with Dr. Worley was professional to the point and most importantly he did not seem rushed in discussing my issue. He gave very thorough instructions and I felt comfortable with his professional attention.
May-2025
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335 WEST SPRING STREET COOKEVILLE, TN 38501
Dr. Derek Worley, M.D. is proud to provide his services to his hometown community as the only fellowship-trained and board-certified primary care sports medicine physician in the entire Upper Cumberland region. He sees patients at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute’s office in Cookeville, Tennessee.
Dr. Worley is a native of the Upper Cumberland region, having grown up in Livingston, Tennessee. He attended the University of Tennessee, where he majored in exercise science. Afterward, he attended medical school at St. George’s University. Upon completion of medical school, he did a residency in internal medicine at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. He then went on to complete a sports medicine fellowship with Atlantic Health System, where he served as a fellow team physician for the New York Jets and Seton Hall University.
Since completion of training, Dr. Worley has served as a team physician for the University of Arkansas Razorbacks, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Mocs, and numerous high schools. He has experience treating athletes at various levels, including pee-wee league, high school, collegiate, professional, and weekend warriors. Dr. Worley specializes in the management of sports injuries, fractures, osteoarthritis, and concussions. He is also trained in musculoskeletal ultrasound, which allows him to use these skills for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
When not practicing medicine, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Sarah, who is an internal medicine primary care physician in Cookeville, as well as their two dogs, Tee and Jet. Dr. Worley and his wife enjoy exercising, attending sporting events and concerts, and traveling. They look forward to being involved in their new church community in Cookeville.
Dr Worley is thorough, listens well and developed a plan that's just right for me. I appreciate his caring attitude.
Dr Worley is very compassionate and knowledgeable. Answered all my questions.
Thank you for getting me in quickly and addressing my issue in a thorough and professional manner.
Very nice and straight to the point.
Hillary was really great she fixed the issue i had and explained to me what was going on and what to expect later on, and also said if anything got worse to come back and they would follow up.
I did not have to wait long at all and Derek Worley was very knowledgeable and professional.
To the point and was helpful with follow up questions
Top notch doctor and so intelligent and knowledgeable
Always quick and knowledgeable.
Intake at the office was very smooth and easy. My visit with Dr. Worley was professional to the point and most importantly he did not seem rushed in discussing my issue. He gave very thorough instructions and I felt comfortable with his professional attention.