Dr. Joseph A. Jestus, M.D. is a board-certified neurosurgeon on the team at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute. He strives to provide the highest quality of care to patients throughout Cookeville and Crossville, Tennessee.
A native of Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Jestus received his medical degree in 1991 from the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He subsequently completed his residency in neurological and spinal surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
Dr. Joseph A. Jestus, M.D. is a board-certified neurosurgeon on the team at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute. He strives to provide the highest quality of care to patients throughout Cookeville and Crossville, Tennessee.
A native of Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Jestus received his medical degree in 1991 from the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He subsequently completed his residency in neurological and spinal surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
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.
Visit went well and was on time.
(3 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Jestus was friendly and he addressed all our concerns.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Great dr
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Always listens, cares, and is wondering to work with.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. JESTUS IS A WONDERFUL DR. AND PERSON. ALL HIS WORKERS WORK VERY HARD. I'M PROUD OF THEM ALL. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE AND God Bless you All.
Lot's of love to everyone.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Dr Jestus is very good about taking his time to discuss your heath issues. He explains well in terms you can understand
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Well pleased with Dr Jestus’ knowledge, concern & professionalism
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Nice guy, asks questions about symptoms and explains probable causes
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
He spent time with me and explained all of my options.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Such an great team! Dr Justice is amazing!
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
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Tier 1 Crossville: Orthopedics, Neurosurgery & Sports Medicine
35 TAYLOR AVENUE CROSSVILLE, TN 38555
Tier 1 Main: Neurosurgery & Orthopedics
105 S Willow Ave Cookeville, TN 38501
Dr. Joseph A. Jestus, M.D. is a board-certified neurosurgeon on the team at Tier 1 Orthopedic and Neurosurgical Institute. He strives to provide the highest quality of care to patients throughout Cookeville and Crossville, Tennessee.
A native of Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Jestus received his medical degree in 1991 from the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He subsequently completed his residency in neurological and spinal surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, where he was involved in research and clinical trials in the areas of stroke and spinal pathology. Recruited right out of residency by CRMC, Dr. Jestus moved with his family to Cookeville and started the neurosurgical program here.
Dr. Jestus is a diplomate to the American Board of Neurological Surgery and is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the AANS/CNS Section on Disorders of the Spine and Peripheral Nerves, the Tennessee Medical Association, and the Putnam County Medical Society. He also serves as chairman of the Surgery Quality Committee at CRMC.
While not practicing medicine, Dr. Jestus enjoys training for road races and spending time with his family.
Visit went well and was on time.
Dr. Jestus was friendly and he addressed all our concerns.
Great dr
Always listens, cares, and is wondering to work with.
Dr. JESTUS IS A WONDERFUL DR. AND PERSON. ALL HIS WORKERS WORK VERY HARD. I'M PROUD OF THEM ALL. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE AND God Bless you All. Lot's of love to everyone.
Dr Jestus is very good about taking his time to discuss your heath issues. He explains well in terms you can understand
Well pleased with Dr Jestus’ knowledge, concern & professionalism
Nice guy, asks questions about symptoms and explains probable causes
He spent time with me and explained all of my options.
Such an great team! Dr Justice is amazing!