Summary

Dr. Harold Akin has practiced ophthalmology for 56 years and is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hickman. He completed his residency at Erlanger Medical Center and earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine. He sees patients in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 3.4
  • 56 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English
  • Erlanger Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Harold Thomas Akin has 2 locations

Cornea And Cataract Consultants Of Nashville Pllc

503 Highland Ter Ste BMurfreesboro, TN 37130
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

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital

1700 Medical Center PkwyMurfreesboro, TN 37129

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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56 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Murfreesboro , TNNashville , TNIrving , TXMurfreesboro , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Harold Thomas Akin

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

Medical Specialties

Dr. Harold Thomas Akin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Harold Thomas Akin has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Erlanger Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine and University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1970.

NPI Number

Dr. Akin's NPI number is 1386736494.

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Dr. Harold Akin speaks English.

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