The 20 Best Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration Doctors Near Me in Tennessee, US

Find the Top Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 267 doctor with experience in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration near Tennessee, US. Of these, 138 are Experienced, 86 are Advanced, 42 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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267 providers found
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Southeastern Retina Associates

    2412 N John B Dennis Hwy, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Kleinman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Geographic Atrophy, and Central Serous Chorioretinopathy. Dr. Kleinman is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Southeastern Retina Associates

    2412 N John B Dennis Hwy, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Baer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. Dr. Baer is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration

    Southeastern Retina Associates

    2412 N John B Dennis Hwy, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Larzo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Artery Occlusion, and Retinal Vein Occlusion. Dr. Larzo is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

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    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration

    Southeastern Retina Associates

    9050 Executive Dr, Ste 202A, 
    Knoxville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Cummings is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Detachment. Dr. Cummings is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Southeastern Retina Associates

    2412 N John B Dennis Hwy, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Magee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Vein Occlusion. Dr. Magee is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    ETSU Physicians & Associates- Ophthalmology

    325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Eberhart is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Coloboma of Optic Papilla, Coloboma of Optic Nerve, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma. Dr. Eberhart is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Elite in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Elite in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    2311 Pierce Ave, 
    Nashville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephen Kim is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee. Dr. Kim is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Uveitis, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Southeastern Retina Associates

    2412 N John B Dennis Hwy, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Gunn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. Dr. Gunn is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration

    Mountain Empire Eye Physicians P.L.L.C.

    3185 W State St, Ste 2010, 
    Bristol, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Bunning is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Bunning is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Mountain Empire Eye Physicians P.L.L.C.

    3185 W State St, Ste 2010, 
    Bristol, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Hicks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Blepharitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Hicks is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    The Regional Eye Center

    135 W Ravine Rd, Ste 2-C, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Greeneville Eye Clinic

    1406 Tusculum Blvd, Ste 1000, 
    Greeneville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Urban is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). Dr. Urban is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Greeneville Eye Clinic

    1406 Tusculum Blvd, Ste 1000, 
    Greeneville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    . Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Brown is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    The Regional Eye Center

    135 W Ravine Rd, Ste 2-C, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Seaton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Seaton is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    The Regional Eye Center

    135 W Ravine Rd, Ste 2-C, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Mitcham is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Mitcham is board certified in  .

    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Advanced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration

    The Regional Eye Center

    135 W Ravine Rd, Ste 2-C, 
    Kingsport, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Williamson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Entropion. Dr. Williamson is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    ETSU Physicians & Associates- Ophthalmology

    325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
    Johnson City, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    . Dr. Aebi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adie Syndrome, Cataract, Strabismus, and Orbital Cellulitis. Dr. Aebi is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Tennessee Retina

    141 Chesapeake Lane, Suite 201, 
    Clarksville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carl Awh is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Clarksville, Tennessee. Dr. Awh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Vitrectomy.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Tennessee Retina

    100 Covey Drive, Suite 107, 
    Franklin, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Marcus Solomon is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Franklin, Tennessee. Dr. Solomon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Detachment.

    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration
    Ophthalmology

    Tennessee Retina

    141 Chesapeake Lane, Suite 201, 
    Clarksville, TN 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Akshay Thomas is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Clarksville, Tennessee. Dr. Thomas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Vein Occlusion, Uveitis, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Vitrectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration?

    Late-onset retinal degeneration is an inherited retinal dystrophy characterized by delayed dark adaptation and nyctalopia and drusen deposits presenting in adulthood, followed by cone and rod degeneration that presents in the sixth decade of life, which leads to central vision loss. Anterior segment features such as peripupillary iris transillumination defects and abnormally long anterior zonular insertions are also observed. Choroidal neovascularization and glaucoma may occur in the late stages of the disease.

    When should I see a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor in Tennessee, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor in Tennessee, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctors in Tennessee, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctors in Tennessee, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor in Tennessee, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor in Tennessee, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctors in Tennessee, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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