Jacob A Grand, MD, MS, RPVICardiology in Nashville, TN

Jacob "Coby" A. Grand, MD, MS, RPVI, is a board-certified, experienced cardiologist at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, Tennessee. He specializes in diagnosing all types of cardiovascular disease. Dr. Grand provides preventive cardiology care to manage high blood pressure and cholesterol, heart attack and stroke risk factors, AFib heart rhythm disorders, and congestive heart failure. Dr. Grand works with you to create a personalized care plan, and helps connect you to cardiac specialists if you require more care. Whether you have new symptoms or want to talk to a heart doctor about a heart disease diagnosis, Dr. Grand is here for you.

Dr. Grand has a special interest in peripheral artery disease, aortic and visceral aneurysms (including inherited aortopathies), arterial dissections such as SCAD, venous thromboembolism (blood clots), and fibromuscular dysplasia.

Dr. Grand is board-certified in internal medicine, vascular medicine, and vascular ultrasound interpretation, and provides preventative care, acute care, and management of chronic conditions to patients of all ages and genders.

Dr. Grand has advanced fellowship training in both vascular medicine and cardiology-making him one of the few physicians uniquely equipped to bridge heart and vascular health. His background includes internal medicine, vascular ultrasound interpretation, and the care of both chronic and acute cardiovascular conditions.

With this dual training, Dr. Grand provides comprehensive care across a wide range of vascular disorders. He is skilled in diagnosing and managing conditions such as peripheral artery disease, venous insufficiency, and inherited aortic disorders.

His subspecialty training in vascular medicine enables him to manage complex circulation and blood vessel conditions with a strong emphasis on prevention, early detection, and medical therapies. This approach often helps patients avoid complications, lessen symptoms, and improve long-term outcomes. Dr. Grand is also well prepared to identify rare vascular diseases that are sometimes overlooked, ensuring patients have access to advanced, specialized care close to home.

Dr. Grand is passionate about building trust with his patients. He believes the most meaningful part of medicine is getting to know his patients and their families. Dr. Grand takes time to listen, understand their concerns and goals, and create personalized care plans.

By educating his patients about their cardiovascular conditions, Dr. Grand empowers them to take an active role in their health, working together to develop prevention and treatment strategies that improve both quality of life and longevity.

When not caring for patients, Dr. Grand enjoys spending time with his family, watching baseball, and reading.