The Vital Records Division processes and retains copies of all birth certificates and death certificates that occur within Davidson County. Certificates are issued for births after 1950, and deaths after 1966. The Vital Records Division also provides copies of medical and dental records of persons who have received treatment at a Metro Health Department clinic. Birth Certificates Birth certificates are available in a short and long form.
Long forms provide more information and are an actual copy of the original certificate.
This form is available for births that occurred in Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee after January 1, 1966. In most cases, long forms are available within thirty days following birth. The death certificate is a copy of the original. Medical and Dental Records Persons who have received medical or dental services from the Metropolitan Health Department of Nashville and Davidson County, may obtain a copy of their records. A signed medical release form must be submitted before the medical record is released.