Otis Bryant Rickman, DOPulmonary Medicine in Nashville, TN

Otis B. Rickman, DO, FCCP, DAABIP, is a board-certified, experienced interventional pulmonologist at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Rickman has dedicated his career to providing comprehensive care to adult patients facing a range of pulmonary challenges. He diagnoses and treats respiratory conditions in adults, such as asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia and sleep apnea. Dr. Rickman listens to understand you and your health needs and then works together with you to create a personalized care plan.

Dr. Rickman has a clinical interest in lung nodules, lung cancer, airway stenting, subglottic stenosis, tracheomalacia, and more. His expertise extends to cutting-edge techniques including bronchoscopy, robotic bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS), and navigational bronchoscopy. Dr. Rickman is a pioneer in the field of minimally invasive lung cancer diagnosis, staging, and treatment, employing advanced methods like zephyr valves for emphysema and laser bronchoscopy. If your condition is complex, he collaborates with our multispecialty care team to provide the comprehensive care you need.

Dr. Rickman's commitment to personalized care is reflected in his approach, which centers on understanding patients' individual health concerns. He crafts personalized care plans to address long-term health needs, ensuring his patients receive the attention and support they deserve.

When not caring for patients, Dr. Rickman finds joy in attending church, cherishing time spent with his family and indulging in off-road driving.