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3 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
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.
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.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 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
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 | Dr. Abhilash Guduru, MD | Dr. Katie A. Mills, MD | Dr. James C. Loden, 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 | 17 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Nashville , TN | Nashville , TN | Gallatin , TN | Gallatin , TN |
| Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College | Med School: UNC Chapel Hill | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center 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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- What languages does Dr. Edward Chaum speak?
- Dr. Edward Chaum speaks Spanish and English.
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