Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Pulaski
Cardiology • Pulaski, TN • Since 1898
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Last gathered July 11, 2026. How our information is sourced · Report incorrect information
About
Ascension Saint Thomas is a nonprofit health system based in Nashville, Tennessee, with 18 hospitals and 300+ care sites. It operates a comprehensive network of care through joint ventures, including urgent care, specialty surgical care, physical therapy, and women’s health services. The Saint Thomas Heart program is highlighted for recognized cardiovascular care. The system emphasizes faith-based, nonprofit leadership in Middle Tennessee and serves communities across Tennessee, with multiple facilities in the Nashville area and Murfreesboro. If you’re specifically looking for heart care near Pulaski, this page notes Ascension Saint Thomas Heart as part of the broader Ascension Saint Thomas network, but Pulaski-specific locations or services aren’t listed here. For Pulaski-area heart services, consider checking nearby Saint Thomas facilities in Nashville or Murfreesboro or using their site search for “Pulaski” or the closest heart care location.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD (Dr. Rick L. Bennett, MD): 3.5 (19 ratings (6 reviews))
- Ascension (provider listing): 4.7–4.9 for several listed cardiologists at Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Pulaski (hundreds of ratings per provider (e.g., 925, 435, 1037, etc.))
Patients praise
- Some patients describe a cardiologist as very kind and thorough
- Ascension’s provider listings show many cardiologists with high star ratings (around 4.7–4.9)
Common complaints
- Multiple reviews on WebMD describe disrespectful/uncaring behavior
- Some reviews report poor communication (e.g., not answering questions, cutting off) and dissatisfaction with follow-up/test results
- Concerns about medical decision-making/coordination (e.g., taking a medication off without consulting another specialist)
"“Very disrespectful to patients. Will not answer questions. Still waiting for test results after a month.”"
- WebMD review text for Dr. Rick Bennett"“Very kind and thorough doctor. Would recommend him to anyone with heart problems.”"
- WebMD review text for Dr. Rick Bennett"“He tells you there is nothing wrong before he even gets the test results… If you value your life find another doctor.”"
- WebMD review text for Dr. Rick BennettSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 - sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Heart-to-Heart Community Breakfast Focused on Lifesaving Heart Education - Feb 12, 2026
- Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski Recognized for Excellence with ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation - Dec 4, 2025
- Ascension Saint Thomas Heart and Howell Allen Clinic Open New Clarksville Location | Ascension - Jan 1, 2026
- Ascension Saint Thomas opens new clinic in Clarksville - Jan 23, 2026
- Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Earns Top National Honors for Quality and Innovation in Cardiovascular Care | Ascension - Jun 1, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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