Dr. ROBERT STEVES, MD | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Family Medicine
About
Dr. Robert Steves is the founder and lead physician of The Town Doctor, a Direct Primary Care practice serving Lebanon, Mount Juliet, and the surrounding Nashville area. He emphasizes a partnership model of care, where patients and the care team work together to stay well, perform their best, and live fully. Dr. Steves believes in honest, unhurried visits, 24/7 access via text, email, and video, and a focus on preventive health and wellness that extends beyond the clinic walls.
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Steves combines a whole‑person approach with a deep commitment to his community. He is a husband, father of seven children and two grandchildren, and enjoys cooking, visiting farmer's markets, boating, and traveling. His background includes medical training in Grenada, clinical work in Detroit, New York, and Middle Tennessee, giving him a broad perspective on acute and preventive care.
Education
Medical School: St George's University School of Medicine (2006)
Residency: Family Medicine - St Joseph's Health/SUNY Health Science Center (Syracuse NY)
- Residency Family Medicine - St Joseph's Health/SUNY Health Science Center (Syracuse NY)
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: Doctor of Medicine
Specialty: Family Medicine
Board Certified: Family Medicine - American Board of Family Medicine
Years in Practice: 20+ years
Licensing
NPI Number: 1649425885 Active
Primary License: New York (NY) - 253786
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Family Physicians - Member
Community Involvement
Active in the local community through mentoring future clinicians, supporting local businesses, participating in farmer's markets, and promoting wellness education.
International Experience
Studied medicine at St George's University in Grenada and completed clinical rotations in Detroit, New York, and Middle Tennessee.