Dr. John M. Turnbull, M.D. is a native of Livingston, Tennessee. He returned home after extensive training to provide the residents of the Upper Cumberland region with specialized orthopedic care. He is proud to serve patients in Cookeville, Tennessee, at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute. Dr. Turnbull graduated summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University, earning a degree in chemistry.
Dr. John M. Turnbull, M.D. is a native of Livingston, Tennessee. He returned home after extensive training to provide the residents of the Upper Cumberland region with specialized orthopedic care. He is proud to serve patients in Cookeville, Tennessee, at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute. Dr. Turnbull graduated summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University, earning a degree in chemistry.
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He’s the best orthopedic surgeon I have ever known I have knee issues came in today was seen properly. He gave me a shot of Cortizone and it didn’t hurt. I would recommend him highly
Nov-2024
Great experience with total left knee replacement. The whole staff were great.
Nov-2024
Excellent surgeon!
Nov-2024
Amazing doctor! I had a full rotator tear in my left shoulder! Had surgery the beginning of August, halfway through PT and feeling amazing! Dr Turnbull has hands of gold! He explained everything in full detail! He is very knowledgeable! I highly recommend Dr Turnbull!
Oct-2024
The doctor and the staff are excellent
Oct-2024
Doctor was able to explain procedure in layman's terms and made the diagnosis understandable. Friendly and courteous.
Oct-2024
I am very pleased with my care. Dr Turnbull is excellent. The staff was nice and professional.
Oct-2024
Dr. Turnuull is the upmost professional
Oct-2024
Great bedside manner
Oct-2024
GREAT visit!!
Oct-2024
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Tier 1 Main: Neurosurgery & Orthopedics
105 S Willow Ave Cookeville, TN 38501
Dr. John M. Turnbull, M.D. is a native of Livingston, Tennessee. He returned home after extensive training to provide the residents of the Upper Cumberland region with specialized orthopedic care. He is proud to serve patients in Cookeville, Tennessee, at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute.
Dr. Turnbull graduated summa cum laude from Vanderbilt University, earning a degree in chemistry. As a varsity baseball player at Vanderbilt University, he was named to the SEC Academic Honor Roll and served as team co-captain his senior season. He then attended Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
While at Wake Forest, Dr. Turnbull was honored with the Resident Training Award and also served as team physician for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons football team.
Dr. Turnbull’s special interests in his general orthopedic practice include arthroscopic shoulder and knee surgery, as well as hip and knee reconstruction. His interests also include treating sports-related injuries. Whether you are a high-level collegiate athlete or a 50-year-old weekend warrior, Dr. Turnbull will help you get back in the game.
Dr. Turnbull is a member of the medical staff at Cookeville Regional Medical Center, where he served as chief of the surgery department in 2010. He also maintains privileges at Livingston Regional Hospital and White County Hospital.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Turnbull enjoys spending time with his wife and two children. He also enjoys woodworking, golfing, running, and fly fishing.
He’s the best orthopedic surgeon I have ever known I have knee issues came in today was seen properly. He gave me a shot of Cortizone and it didn’t hurt. I would recommend him highly
Great experience with total left knee replacement. The whole staff were great.
Excellent surgeon!
Amazing doctor! I had a full rotator tear in my left shoulder! Had surgery the beginning of August, halfway through PT and feeling amazing! Dr Turnbull has hands of gold! He explained everything in full detail! He is very knowledgeable! I highly recommend Dr Turnbull!
The doctor and the staff are excellent
Doctor was able to explain procedure in layman's terms and made the diagnosis understandable. Friendly and courteous.
I am very pleased with my care. Dr Turnbull is excellent. The staff was nice and professional.
Dr. Turnuull is the upmost professional
Great bedside manner
GREAT visit!!