Expertise in
6
conditions
Expertise in
6
conditions
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
2311 Pierce Ave, 
Nashville, TN 

Overview

Karen Joos is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee.

Dr. Joos is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Vitrectomy, and Iridectomy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 33 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in TN

Hospital Affiliations

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alliant Health
  • HMO
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Farm Bureau Health Plans
  • HMO
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Vanderbilt University Medical Center
2311 Pierce Ave, Nashville, TN 37232
Other Locations
Vanderbilt Heart Transplant
1215 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37232

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


1 Clinical Trials

External Influences Upon Ocular Homeostasis
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Karen Joos

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Joos?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Karen Joos by calling their office at 615-936-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Karen Joos a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karen Joos is classified as an Distinguished expert for Glaucoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Karen Joos specialize in?

While Dr. Karen Joos is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Karen Joos participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Karen Joos has published 33 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Karen Joos's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Karen Joos accept my insurance?

Dr. Karen Joos accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-936-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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