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section: culture
first_reported: 2026-11-05 09:46 CST
updated: 2026-11-05 09:46 CST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Nashville orthopedic surgeon also performs as stand-up comedian

Nashville orthopedic surgeon Ben Debelak also performs stand-up comedy at Zanies Comedy Club. He performed Monday as part of Nate Bargatze's Nateland Live.

Section: [Culture & Events](/nashville/section/life.md) · Entities: [Ben Debelak](/nashville/wiki/ben-debelak.md), [Zanies Comedy Club](/nashville/wiki/zanies-comedy-club.md), [Nate Bargatze](/nashville/wiki/nate-bargatze.md)

## Coverage

- [NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS)](https://www.newschannel5.com/news/dr-ben-is-an-orthopedic-surgeon-by-day-and-comedian-by-night), 2026-11-05 09:46 CST: Dr. Ben is an orthopedic surgeon by day and comedian by night

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