Summary

Dr. Edward Chaum is an ophthalmologist with a specialty focus in pediatrics who earned his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College. With 39 years of experience in eye care, he has developed particular expertise in treating vision conditions that affect both children and adults. Dr. Chaum is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Chaum maintains affiliations with several leading medical centers, including Methodist University Hospital, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, and Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. He practices in Nashville and Murfreesboro, Tennessee, providing comprehensive eye care services. His clinical focus includes managing diabetes-related eye complications in both children and adults, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to monitor and treat these conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Chaum highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 39 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Edward Chaum has 7 locations

Vanderbilt Eye Institute

2311 Pierce AveNashville, TN 37232
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Vanderbilt Eye Institute Murfreesboro

1821 Heritage Park Plz Ste 1Murfreesboro, TN 37129

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

1211 Medical Center DrNashville, TN 37232

Vanderbilt Eye Institute Murfreesboro

1821 HERITAGE PARK PLZMURFREESBORO, TN 37129
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Edward Chaum, MDDr. Abhilash Guduru, MDDr. Kyle Jones, MDDr. Katie A. Mills, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
39 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Nashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TNGallatin , TN
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: UNC Chapel Hill Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Chaum

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Edward Chaum has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Edward Chaum has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Cancer
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Pediatrics
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Weill Cornell Medical CollegeGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Edward Chaum's office located?
Dr. Edward Chaum's office is located at 2311 Pierce Ave, Nashville, TN, 37232.
Does Dr. Edward Chaum accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Edward Chaum has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Edward Chaum affiliated with?
Dr. Edward Chaum is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Le Bonheur Childrens Hospital, and Monroe Carell Jr Childrens Hospital At Vanderbilt.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edward Chaum?
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Does Dr. Edward Chaum accept my insurance?
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