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.
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Thanks for trying to get to my problem.
Jul-2025
I was in and out in less than 30 minutes! Dr. Jesus was great.
Jun-2025
Clear, concise response to my questions
Jun-2025
He’s been my doctor for quite a few years and he’s always always taking my best interest at heart
Jun-2025
I believe in Dr Jestus. We are going to put a plan in place for what I hope and pray will be my last back surgery. Look guests to working with him
Jun-2025
He's a wonderful caring Dr.
Jun-2025
Very nice and professional
Jun-2025
The usual great visit.
Jun-2025
Excellent..Thank you!!!!!
Jun-2025
Dr. Jesus is a great doctor, even if it isn't what the patient wants to hear. But he does it professionally and with courtesy. If I ever need him I'm confident he would help if he can.
May-2025
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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.
Thanks for trying to get to my problem.
I was in and out in less than 30 minutes! Dr. Jesus was great.
Clear, concise response to my questions
He’s been my doctor for quite a few years and he’s always always taking my best interest at heart
I believe in Dr Jestus. We are going to put a plan in place for what I hope and pray will be my last back surgery. Look guests to working with him
He's a wonderful caring Dr.
Very nice and professional
The usual great visit.
Excellent..Thank you!!!!!
Dr. Jesus is a great doctor, even if it isn't what the patient wants to hear. But he does it professionally and with courtesy. If I ever need him I'm confident he would help if he can.