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Summary
Dr. Christopher Obrien is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 19 years to eye care and vision health. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in diabetic eye conditions and strabismus treatment. Dr. Obrien speaks English and brings nearly two decades of experience to his practice.
Dr. Obrien practices in Knoxville, Tennessee, and maintains affiliations with several prominent medical centers including University of Mississippi Medical Center, Wiser Hospital for Women and Infants, Conerly Critical Care Hospital, and Children's of Mississippi Hospital. He focuses on treating patients with type 2 diabetes and eye-related complications, as well as children and teens with diabetes who need specialized eye care. His surgical expertise includes strabismus correction and advanced retinal imaging procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Obrien highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his …care.
Read More Read less Dr. Obrien practices in Knoxville, Tennessee, and maintains affiliations with several prominent medical centers including University of Mississippi Medical Center, Wiser Hospital for Women and Infants, Conerly Critical Care Hospital, and Children's of Mississippi Hospital. He focuses on treating patients with type 2 diabetes and eye-related complications, as well as children and teens with diabetes who need specialized eye care. His surgical expertise includes strabismus correction and advanced retinal imaging procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Obrien highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his …care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 19 years of experience
- speaks English
- Tulane University School Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Bright Eye Consultants
6311 Kingston Pike Ste 3EKnoxville, TN 37919 Tel: (865) 262-8473
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 19 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Knoxville , TN | Knoxville , TN | Oak Ridge , TN | Asheville , NC |
| Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia | Med School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University | Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher Patrick Obrien has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher Patrick Obrien has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
Dr. Christopher Patrick Obrien holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Mississippi and Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 2008 and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 2007.
NPI Number
Dr. Obrien's NPI number is 1629263421.
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- What languages does Dr. Christopher Obrien speak?
- Dr. Christopher Obrien speaks English.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Obrien affiliated with?
- Dr. Christopher Obrien is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, Wiser Hospital For Women And Infants, Conerly Critical Care Hospital Ummc, and Childrens Of Mississippi Hospital.
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- Dr. Christopher Obrien has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Christopher Obrien's office located?
- Dr. Christopher Obrien's office is located at 6311 Kingston Pike Ste 3E, Knoxville, TN, 37919.
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