Expert Eye Doctors in Knoxville TN

Trust your vision to experienced providers who truly care.

Welcome to Tennessee Eye Care

At Tennessee Eye Care, we take pride in delivering expert eye care services to you and your loved ones. We understand the importance of eye health and we are committed to providing the best possible care to help you achieve it.

We believe in a patient-centered approach that puts your well-being and satisfaction first. From the moment you walk into one of our practice locations, you’ll be greeted by our warm and friendly staff who are ready to make you feel comfortable and at home.

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Our Locations

Tennessee Eye Care Primary Locations

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      What our patients say about us

      Kylie White
      I love this eye center! I’ve been going here since I first got glasses almost 15 years ago. All of the staff and doctors are so knowledgeable and really do care about each and every one of their patients. I couldn’t recommend Tennessee Eye Care enough.
      Joe Miles
      Very friendly staff, took good care of me, I wasn't a regular patient, I got something in my eye and my dr wasn't in, they were kind enough to see me, very grateful to them. Highly recommend!
      Sonia Tatum
      They are really nice people and that makes me happy when I’m treated like I’m important not a bother to someone. I recommend everyone that I’ve had interaction with. Thank you!!!
      Robert Gilbert
      Called with pains in the back of my eye and got an appt. The same day. The reception girl were very helpful. I waited for about 5 minutes and was taken back for an eye exam and the Dr. Quickly put me at ease and told me not to worry. Prescribed drops and immediately felt felt better. Very nice staff. Looks like I have a new eye care Dr.
      Adrienne O'Shea
      Dr. Thomas was very knowledgeable and thorough. I am a new patient, and she did everything I needed with skill and professionalism.
      Deb Cuyler
      Dr Lowrance explained everything to me in an easy to understand way and the surgery was scheduled right away, was super quick and completely painless. Everyone was great and both surgeries went smoothly. Thank you all so much, I can see again! 🙂
      Tandy Shuler
      Dr. Montgomery is wonderful. He always cares about you as a patient and he is always easy to understand. I would recommend him and his staff to anyone.
      Carol Kerr
      Excellent employees, friendly and service is great. They explain everything they do and why they're doing it. Won't go to anyone else.
      Amy Ollice
      Excellent customer service, quick appointment times and the most thorough eye exam my husband has ever received! The Dr was able to really dial in his perscription and did multiple checks for the best fitting contacts. I've never seen someone so excited after an eye exam as he was! Highly recommended.
      Patricia Lawhorn
      I've used TEC for a long time. Always pleased with my care. The doctors I've seen are excellent, caring and well informed. Highly recommend.
      Robert Gary Simpson
      My experience was excellent. I was treated very well. Things were explained thoroughly and I was quite comfortable concerning my eye issue. I highly recommend this business.

      Eye Health Education from Local Eye Doctors

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      Why Pediatric Eye Exams Are Crucial for Your Child’s Development

      Pediatric eye exams are one of the simplest ways to support your child’s learning, confidence, and healthy development. This post explains why early, comprehensive eye care matters in Tennessee, highlighting seven key benefits—from catching refractive errors and lazy eye early to identifying hidden vision issues that can look like behavioral or reading struggles. You’ll also learn the recommended timing for first exams, what a kid-friendly visit looks like at Tennessee Eye Care, and why school screenings aren’t a substitute for a full exam. If you want to give your child the clearest start in school and everyday life, this guide shows how routine eye care can make a lasting difference.

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      The Connection Between Diabetes and Your Eye Health

      Diabetes can quietly damage your eyes long before you notice any vision changes, which is why regular care with an eye doctor in Tennessee matters so much. This post explains seven key ways diabetes affects sight—from diabetic retinopathy and earlier cataracts to increased glaucoma risk—and what you can do to protect your vision. You’ll learn why annual dilated exams are essential, how blood sugar control slows eye damage, which warning signs should prompt an urgent visit, and how Tennessee Eye Care helps patients across East Tennessee prevent long-term vision loss.