4.7
84 Ratings with 63 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Gary Tanner is an ophthalmologist with four decades of experience treating eye conditions and vision problems. He earned his medical degree from the University of Arkansas College of Medicine in Little Rock and completed his ophthalmology residency and fellowship training at Naval Medical Center in San Diego and Balboa Hospital. Dr. Tanner holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology and speaks English.
Dr. Tanner practices at Hampton Roads Eye Associates Oyster Point in Newport News, Virginia, and maintains hospital privileges at Riverside Regional Medical Center. His expertise includes treating cataracts and managing high blood pressure that affects the eyes. He performs comprehensive eye exams and tonometry testing to check eye pressure. Patients give Dr. Tanner an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Tanner practices at Hampton Roads Eye Associates Oyster Point in Newport News, Virginia, and maintains hospital privileges at Riverside Regional Medical Center. His expertise includes treating cataracts and managing high blood pressure that affects the eyes. He performs comprehensive eye exams and tonometry testing to check eye pressure. Patients give Dr. Tanner an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 40 years of experience
- speaks English
- Balboa Hosp/Naval Hosp
- 63 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 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
Hampton Roads Eye Associates Oyster Point
11800 Rock Landing DrNewport News, VA 23606 Tel: (757) 643-8800
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 40 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, German | ||
| Newport News , VA | Newport News , VA | Sacramento , CA | Chesapeake , VA |
| Med School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
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Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
Gary Tanner holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Balboa Hosp/Naval Hosp, Balboa Hosp, and Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Ophthalmology Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, Flexible Or Transitional Year.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar in 1986 and UNIVERSITY OF AR COLL OF MEDICINE in 1986.
NPI Number
Gary Tanner's NPI number is 1851364772.
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- Gary Tanner is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center.
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