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Dr. Robert Shofner, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 68
Dr. Robert Shofner, MD
2.8 (23 Ratings)
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Dr. Robert Shofner, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Nashville, TN.
Dr. Robert Shofner, MD
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Dr. Robert Shofner, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 68
Nashville, TN
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience
Dr. Robert Shofner, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Nashville, TN.

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Dr. Robert Shofner, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Nashville, TN and has 41 years experience. They graduated from University of Virginia in 1983 and completed a residency at yale University.They currently practice at Shofner Vision Center and are affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center. At present, Dr. Shofner received an average rating of 2.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 23 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Shofner is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Keratitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Eye Infections
Keratitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Eye Infections
Keratitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Eye Infections
Cataract
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Corneal Diseases
Glaucoma
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Juvenile Cataract
Senile Cataracts
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Cataract Removal Surgery
Cornea Surgery
Glaucoma Surgery
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Relaxing Corneal Incisions
Tear Duct Surgery
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Astigmatism
Blepharitis
Blindness
Cataract Surgery Complications
Chalazion
Chorioretinitis
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Eye Disease
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Disseminated Chorioretinitis and Disseminated Retinochoroiditis
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Dry Eyes
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Exotropia
Eye Disease
Eye Injuries
Eyelid Disorders
Eyelid Growth
Floaters
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Foreign Body in Eye
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Headache
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Hypertropia
Hypotropia
Iridocyclitis
Keratoconus
Lazy Eye
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Macular or Retinal Edema
Migraine
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Nearsightedness
Presbyopia
Pterygium
Retina Diseases
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Serous Detachment Retina
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Visual Field Defects
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Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharoplasty
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Excision of Chalazion
Eye Procedure
Eye Surgery
Eye Test
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Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Laser Surgery
LASIK
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Ocular Prosthetics
Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK)
Pterygium Surgery
Refractive Surgery
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Ultrasound
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

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Locations

  1. 1 Shofner Vision Center
    2004 Hayes St Ste 335, Nashville, TN 37203
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    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shofner
2.8
Based on 23 Reviews
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1 Star (12)

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Apr 25, 2018
Great staff, very knowledgeable doctor, and will be seeing them on a regular basis. Highly recommend them.
— Apr 25, 2018
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Virginia
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • yale University
    1984
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • yale University
    1987
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Louisiana State University
    1989
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Shofner, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shofner's profile.

Dr. Robert Shofner, MD is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Robert Shofner, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Tristar Centennial Medical Center

    2300 Patterson St, Nashville, TN