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.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
My visits have been great he has listened to issues and has helped me out
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Very thorough and took time to explain and discuss
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Great experience! Thank you.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Him and his staff were phenomenal!!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Super nice and knowledgeable
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
Very personable. Gives pain free injections!
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
I was very impressed with the Clinic and Dr. Worley. They valued my time and we were in and out less than 30 minutes, including an x-ray. He was personable and listened to my story and had great bedside manner.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
I did not feel rushed by Dr. Worley or his staff. Everyone there was pleasant and helpful. Would definitely recommend them.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Saw him in the clinic. Personable, kind and
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Very nice took time to explain everything.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
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Tier 1 North Sports Medicine & MRI
335 West Spring St 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.
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My visits have been great he has listened to issues and has helped me out
Very thorough and took time to explain and discuss
Great experience! Thank you.
Him and his staff were phenomenal!!
Super nice and knowledgeable
Very personable. Gives pain free injections!
I was very impressed with the Clinic and Dr. Worley. They valued my time and we were in and out less than 30 minutes, including an x-ray. He was personable and listened to my story and had great bedside manner.
I did not feel rushed by Dr. Worley or his staff. Everyone there was pleasant and helpful. Would definitely recommend them.
Saw him in the clinic. Personable, kind and
Very nice took time to explain everything.