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Dr. Burton Elrod, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 76
Dr. Burton Elrod, MD
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Dr. Burton Elrod, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Nashville, TN.
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Dr. Burton Elrod, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 76
Nashville, TN
Accepting new patients
51 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Burton Elrod, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Nashville, TN.

About Dr. Burton Elrod, MD

Dr. Elrod graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1975 and completed a residency at Baroness Erlanger Hospital. Dr. Burton Elrod, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Nashville, TN and has 51 years experience. Dr. Elrod has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Knee Ligament Tears, Internal Derangement of Knee, Meniscus Tear, Chondromalacia, Patellar Disorders, Patellar Chondromalacia, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), Knee Sprain, Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear, Miner's Knee, Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Knee, Low Back Pain, Limb Pain, Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder, Rotator Cuff Tear, Glenoid Labrum Tear, Patellar Dislocation, Elbow Sprain, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder, Knee Dislocation, Osteoarthritis and Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain among other conditions at varying frequencies. Dr. Elrod's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Elrod is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Knee Ligament Tears
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Ligament Tears
Internal Derangement of Knee
Meniscus Tear
Chondromalacia
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Knee Sprain
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Miner's Knee
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Knee Arthroscopy
Steroid Injection
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Low Back Pain
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Limb Pain
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Patellar Dislocation
Elbow Sprain
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Knee Dislocation
Arthrocentesis
Osteoarthritis
Meniscectomy
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
ACL Surgery
Shoulder Bursitis
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Tenosynovitis
Back Pain
Bursitis
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Meniscus Surgery
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Medial Epicondylitis
Shoulder Osteophyte
Cervical Radiculopathy
Avascular Necrosis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Radiculopathy
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Knee Tendinitis
Osteochondritis Dissecans
AC Joint Injury
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Spondylolisthesis
Patellar Tendonitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Humerus Fracture
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Spinal Stenosis
Baker’s Cyst
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Chondrocalcinosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Gait Abnormality
Difficulty With Walking
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Knee Osteophyte
Tibial Fracture
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Broken Arm
Herniated Disc
Shoulder Fracture
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Knee Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Neuroplasty
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Lateral Retinaculum Patella Release
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Autoimmune Diseases
Bone Disorders
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Broken Neck
Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
De Quervain's Disease
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Osteophyte
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture
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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Valgum
Genu Varum
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Knee Disorders
Knee Injuries
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Morton's Neuroma
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteopenia
Patellar Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Plantar Fasciitis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacral Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Disorders
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Systemic Chondromalacia
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Stenosis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Torticollis
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Biceps Tendon Repair
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Patellar and Quadriceps Tendon Repairs
Patellar Tendon Repair
Peripheral Nerve Block
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Discectomy
Spinal Fusion
Tommy John Surgery
Wound Repair

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Oscar Insurance Corporation
  • Medicare
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • HealthSCOPE Benefits
  • Cigna
  • Humana

Where Dr. Burton Elrod, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center Plc
    2004 Hayes St, Nashville, TN 37203
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00
  2. 2 Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center Plc
    2021 Church St, Nashville, TN 37203
  3. 3 Quality Care Services
    2001 Woodmont Blvd, Nashville, TN 37215
    Monday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    07:30 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  4. 4 Elite Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center Plc
    5021 Carothers Pkwy, Franklin, TN 37067

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Feb 07, 2026
What I love most about Dr Elrod is his desire to keep me doing what I love most! There is no other option other than whatever it takes! He makes me feel so at ease abt whatever the procedure is...and talking abt the future.. we will just take the road we need to take and it will be great!
— Feb 07, 2026
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Meet Dr. Burton Elrod, MD

Specialties*
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Does Dr. Elrod offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Elrod offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Elrod have free onsite parking?
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Dr. Elrod frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Knee Ligament Tears, Internal Derangement of Knee, Meniscus Tear, Chondromalacia, Patellar Disorders, Patellar Chondromalacia, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS), Knee Sprain, Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear, Miner's Knee, Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Osteoarthritis of Knee, Low Back Pain, Limb Pain, Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder, Rotator Cuff Tear, Glenoid Labrum Tear, Patellar Dislocation, Elbow Sprain, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder, Knee Dislocation, Osteoarthritis and Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Burton Elrod, MD is affiliated with Tristar Summit Medical Center, TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center, TriStar Stonecrest Medical Center, TriStar Centennial Medical Center, TriStar Horizon Medical Center, TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center, Maury Regional Medical Center, Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Livingston Regional Hospital, TriStar Northcrest Medical Center, Meadowview Regional Medical Center, Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Winchester, Sumner Regional Medical Center, The Medical Center at Bowling Green, The Medical Center at Russellville, Ascension Saint Thomas Hickman, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital, Baptist Health Hardin, Cookeville Regional Medical Center, Fannin Regional Hospital, Lawrence Medical Center, Macon Community Hospital, Nashville General Hospital, North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, Owensboro Health Regional Hospital and The Medical Center at Scottsville.

Yes, Dr. Burton Elrod, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • University of Tennessee College of Medicine
    1975
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • Memphis Hosp/Meth Hospital
    1978
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Baroness Erlanger Hospital
    1982
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Sw Orth Grp
    1983
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Burton Elrod, MD Practices

  • Tristar Summit Medical Center

    5655 Frist Blvd, Hermitage, TN

  • TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center

    355 New Shackle Island Rd, Hendersonville, TN

  • TriStar Stonecrest Medical Center

    200 Stonecrest Blvd, Smyrna, TN

  • TriStar Centennial Medical Center

    2300 Patterson St, Nashville, TN

  • TriStar Horizon Medical Center

    111 Highway 70 E, Dickson, TN

  • TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center

    391 Wallace Rd, Nashville, TN

  • Maury Regional Medical Center

    1224 Trotwood Ave, Columbia, TN

  • Jackson-Madison County General Hospital

    620 Skyline Dr, Jackson, TN

  • Livingston Regional Hospital

    315 Oak St, Livingston, TN

  • TriStar Northcrest Medical Center

    100 Northcrest Dr, Springfield, TN

  • Meadowview Regional Medical Center

    989 Medical Park Dr, Maysville, KY

  • Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Winchester

    185 Hospital Rd, Winchester, TN

  • Sumner Regional Medical Center

    555 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin, TN

  • The Medical Center at Bowling Green

    250 Park St, Bowling Green, KY

  • The Medical Center at Russellville

    1625 Nashville St, Russellville, KY

  • Ascension Saint Thomas Hickman

    135 E Swan St, Centerville, TN

  • Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital

    4220 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN

  • Baptist Health Hardin

    913 N Dixie Ave, Elizabethtown, KY

  • Cookeville Regional Medical Center

    1 Medical Center Blvd, Cookeville, TN

  • Fannin Regional Hospital

    2855 Old Highway 5, Blue Ridge, GA

  • Lawrence Medical Center

    202 Hospital St, Moulton, AL

  • Macon Community Hospital

    204 Medical Dr, Lafayette, TN

  • Nashville General Hospital

    1818 Albion St, Nashville, TN

  • North Arkansas Regional Medical Center

    620 N Main St, Harrison, AR

  • Owensboro Health Regional Hospital

    1201 Pleasant Valley Rd, Owensboro, KY

  • The Medical Center at Scottsville

    456 Burnley Rd, Scottsville, KY

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