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Dr. Kent Kye Higdon

Plastic Surgeon

Surgeon Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University Medical Center

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Overview

Level

Staff

Function

Healthcare

Gender

Male

Connections

501

Position in HealthTal Database

22,604 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Surgeon specialty. Kent Kye Higdon is one of them.
302 Surgeons are based in TN (out of 27,118 total healthcare contacts in that state).
1,432 contacts at Vanderbilt University Medical Center are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical Surgeon compensation in TN: $350,000 – $736,000 (median $511,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of Surgeons in TN: Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance (7), Premier Surgical Associates (5), Campbell Clinic Orthopaedics (4).
4% of Surgeons in TN hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
76% of Surgeons in TN have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Education

Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine

2010

Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University Kanpur

2011

University Of Tennessee - Health Science Center College Of Medicine

2008

University Of Mississippi Medical Center

Doctor Of Medicine

2002

The University Of Alabama

1998

Skills

Healthcare Patient Safety Medical Education Hospitals Plastic Surgery Reconstructive Surgery Surgery Clinical Research Breast Augmentation Breast Cancer Research Tummy Tuck Breast Medicine Board Certified Cancer Healthcare Management Electronic Medical Record Aesthetics Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery Healthcare Information Technology Public Health Medical Research Working With Physicians

About Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Industry

Hospitals & Physicians Clinics

Employees

5000+

Revenue

$1B+

Website

vumc.org

Professional Overview

Dr. Kent Kye Higdon is a Plastic Surgeon, currently affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, based in Nashville, TN. As a surgeon, Dr. Kye Higdon contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Nashville, TN. Dr. Kye Higdon holds academic credentials, including Doctor Of Medicine, from Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine and Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University Kanpur. Core competencies include Healthcare, Patient Safety, Medical Education, Hospitals, Plastic Surgery. Vanderbilt University Medical Center operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit surgeon professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to surgeon specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Nashville, TN healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Kent Kye Higdon located?

Dr. Kent Kye Higdon is based in Nashville, TN. They are currently affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

What is Dr. Kent Kye Higdon's specialty?

Dr. Kent Kye Higdon specializes in Surgeon. Their current role is Plastic Surgeon.

Where does Dr. Kent Kye Higdon currently work?

Dr. Kent Kye Higdon currently works at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

What is Dr. Kent Kye Higdon's educational background?

Dr. Kent Kye Higdon attended Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine and Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University Kanpur.

How do I contact Dr. Kent Kye Higdon for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a Surgeon?

Recruiting surgeons typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for surgeons across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a Surgeon in TN?

Surgeons in TN typically earn $350,000 to $736,000 annually, with a median of $511,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.