Summary

Dr. Robert Shuler is an ophthalmologist who specializes in retinal conditions and has dedicated 28 years to caring for patients with complex eye disorders. He earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and focuses specifically on diseases and injuries affecting the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. Dr. Shuler speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse range of patients throughout Tennessee.

Dr. Shuler practices at multiple retina centers across Tennessee, including locations in Knoxville, Powell, Sevierville, Harriman, Morristown, and Crossville, and maintains an affiliation with East Tennessee Children's Hospital. He treats patients with age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss in older adults, and diabetic retinopathy, which can develop as a complication of diabetes. His expertise also includes managing retinal detachment, a serious condition that requires prompt treatment to preserve vision. Dr. Shuler performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to get detailed views of the eye's internal structures, and he provides anti-VEGF treatments to help slow vision loss in certain retinal conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 28 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Emory University School Of Medicine
  • 22 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Keith Shuler has 8 locations

Dowell Springs Retina Center

1342 Old Weisgarber RdKnoxville, TN 37909
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

Southeast Retina Center

7800 Conner RdPowell, TN 37849
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

Sevierville Retina Center

1017 Middle Creek Rd Ste 105Sevierville, TN 37862
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Southeastern Retina Associates

1855 Tanner Way Ste 120Harriman, TN 37748
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

Morristown Retina Center

3101 W Andrew Johnson HwyMorristown, TN 37814
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

Chapman Commons Retina Center

4536 Chapman HwyKnoxville, TN 37920
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

Tennessee Valley Retina Center

140 Capital Dr Ste 220Knoxville, TN 37922
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

Crossville Retina Center

2980 Cook RdCrossville, TN 38571
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

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Dr. Robert Keith Shuler JR., MDDr. Norman Eugene Liddell, MDDr. Jonathan Michael Woolfson, MDDr. Christopher Patrick Obrien JR., MD
OphthalmologyCardiovascular DiseaseOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
4.9 
28 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Knoxville , TNSevierville , TNAtlanta , GAKnoxville , TN
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: Spartan Health Sciences University School Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Keith Shuler

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Keith Shuler has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Keith Shuler has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. Robert Keith Shuler holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Shuler's NPI number is 1376644476.

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Where is Dr. Robert Shuler's office located?
Dr. Robert Shuler's office is located at 1342 Old Weisgarber Rd, Knoxville, TN, 37909.
Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Shuler affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Shuler is affiliated with East Tennessee Childrens Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Robert Shuler speak?
Dr. Robert Shuler speaks English and Spanish.

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