Dr. James Pierce Richmond JR., MD

Dr. James Richmond is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly five decades to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision problems. He earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of South Florida College of Medicine. With 49 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Richmond has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye disorders. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Richmond practices at multiple locations throughout Chattanooga, Tennessee, including affiliations with Chi Memorial Hospital Chattanooga, Parkridge Medical Center, and Parkridge East Hospital. His clinical focus centers on treating glaucoma and cataracts, two of the most common serious eye conditions affecting adults. He performs comprehensive eye exams and vision tests to assess overall eye health. Dr. Richmond also conducts …visual field testing, which helps detect vision loss and monitor conditions like glaucoma. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 on Vitals.