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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Very fast turnaround. He was honest and thorough
Jul-2025
Very happy thank you.
I was in a lot of pain. I am already feeling better.
Jul-2025
Not friendly, not caring, not interested. Only interested in "sports" injuries.
Jul-2025
Very nice and fast service.
Jul-2025
Rude and just made ma feel dismissed for my child.
Jul-2025
Hillary waa awesome
Jul-2025
My son had a fractured tibia, Dr. Worley gave him great care and quickly!
Jul-2025
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
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Tier 1 North Sports Medicine, MRI & Urgent Care
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.
Very fast turnaround. He was honest and thorough
Very happy thank you. I was in a lot of pain. I am already feeling better.
Not friendly, not caring, not interested. Only interested in "sports" injuries.
Very nice and fast service.
Rude and just made ma feel dismissed for my child.
Hillary waa awesome
My son had a fractured tibia, Dr. Worley gave him great care and quickly!
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.