Conrad B. Cox, MD

Dr. Conrad B. Cox, MD, is a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist and the Director of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Heritage Medical Associates in Nashville, Tennessee. He specializes in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of pediatric gastrointestinal conditions, including general gastroenterology disorders, neurogastroenterology, motility disorders, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), food allergies, celiac disease, and inflammatory bowel disease. He is dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality care in a community-based outpatient setting.
Dr. Cox earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from East Tennessee State University College of Medicine in 2015. He completed his pediatric residency at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, followed by a fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. His advanced training provided him with a strong academic and clinical foundation in complex pediatric digestive diseases.
Following his fellowship, Dr. Cox joined GI For Kids, where he served in leadership roles including Director of Pediatric Neurogastroenterology and Motility. During this time, he developed specialized expertise in complex motility disorders and advanced pediatric GI care. He later transitioned into private practice, where he now focuses on building a patient-centered model of care that prioritizes accessibility, continuity, and family-focused treatment.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Cox serves as a 2025/2026 Doximity Digital Health Fellow and is actively involved in the NASPGHAN Clinical Practice Committee. His work in digital health focuses on improving physician efficiency, patient access, and the integration of technology into modern pediatric care. He is also affiliated with TriStar Centennial Children’s Hospital and remains engaged in advancing pediatric gastroenterology standards at both the local and national levels.
Dr. Cox is committed to delivering care in a more approachable and community-centered environment, aiming to bridge the gap between large academic institutions and families seeking specialized pediatric GI services. His private practice model emphasizes ease of access, personalized care, and strong physician-patient relationships. He continues to expand his practice with the goal of growing a multidisciplinary team that enhances subspecialty pediatric care across Middle Tennessee.
Looking ahead, Dr. Cox plans to expand Heritage Medical Associates Pediatric Gastroenterology by adding additional physicians and advanced practice providers to better serve the region. He is focused on strengthening outpatient pediatric GI services while continuing to contribute to research, clinical innovation, and digital health initiatives. His long-term vision is to build a highly accessible, collaborative, and patient-centered pediatric gastroenterology network.

• East Tennessee State University College of Medicine - M.D.
• The University of Tennessee Health Science Center / Le Bonheur Children's Hospital - Pediatric Residency
• Vanderbilt University Medical Center - Fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition

• Board Certified in Pediatrics (American Board of Pediatrics)

• North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (NASPGHAN)
• NASPGHAN Clinical Practice Committee
• Doximity Digital Health Fellow

Published articles in pediatric gastroenterology (specific titles not provided)
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