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3 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Edward Chaum is an ophthalmologist who specializes in eye care with a focus on pediatric patients. He earned his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College and has been practicing for 39 years, developing extensive expertise in treating vision conditions across all age groups. His dual specialization in ophthalmology and pediatrics allows him to provide comprehensive eye care for children, teens, and adults. Dr. Chaum is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Chaum practices at multiple locations including Nashville and Murfreesboro, Tennessee, with affiliations at Methodist University Hospital, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, and Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. He focuses on diabetes-related eye conditions, including Type 2 diabetes and childhood diabetes complications. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to detect and monitor eye problems. Patients consistently rate …Dr. Chaum highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his care and expertise.
Read More Read less Dr. Chaum practices at multiple locations including Nashville and Murfreesboro, Tennessee, with affiliations at Methodist University Hospital, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Le Bonheur Children's Hospital, and Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. He focuses on diabetes-related eye conditions, including Type 2 diabetes and childhood diabetes complications. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to detect and monitor eye problems. Patients consistently rate …Dr. Chaum highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his care and expertise.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 39 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Weill Cornell Medical College
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Edward Chaum has 7 locationsVanderbilt Eye Institute
2311 Pierce AveNashville, TN 37232 Tel: (615) 936-2020
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 37129Monroe Carell Jr Childrens Hospital At Vanderbilt
2200 Childrens WayNashville, TN 37232 Tel: (615) 936-1000
Vanderbilt Eye Institute Murfreesboro
1821 Heritage Park PlzMurfreesboro, TN 37129Mon8:00 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, MD | Abhilash Guduru, MD | Dr. James C. Loden, MD | Dr. Kyle Jones, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 39 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| Nashville , TN | Nashville , TN | Gallatin , TN | Nashville , TN |
| Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: UNC Chapel Hill | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Edward Chaum
Medical Specialties
Dr. Edward Chaum has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Edward Chaum has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
Dr. Edward Chaum 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 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1987.
NPI Number
Dr. Chaum's NPI number is 1023075868.
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- 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.
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- What languages does Dr. Edward Chaum speak?
- Dr. Edward Chaum speaks English and Spanish.
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