Summary

Dr. Richard Breazeale treats diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic eye disease, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment. He practices ophthalmology and has 32 years of experience.

Dr. Breazeale earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School. He is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital and sees patients in Dalton, Georgia, and Hixson, Tennessee. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Breazeale 4.93 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 32 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 28 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. Richard Ion Breazeale has 2 locations

Southeastern Retina Associates

1506 N Thornton Ave Ste DDalton, GA 30720
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

Dr. Richard Ion Breazeale

1605 Williams Rd Ste 201Hixson, TN 37343
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

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Dr. Richard Ion Breazeale, MDDr. Elizabeth Danzig Mabry, MDDr. Steven Randle Anderson Sr, MDDr. Dennis Claude Matzkin, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyNeurology
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4.9 
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32 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Dalton , GAChattanooga , TNChattanooga , TNChattanooga , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Ion Breazeale

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Ion Breazeale has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Ion Breazeale has the following 28 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Chorioretinitis
  • Choroidal Neovascularization
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Endophthalmitis
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Hyphema
  • Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
  • Laser Surgery
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Macular Edema
  • Optic Nerve inflammation (Optic Neuritis)
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Artery Occlusion
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinal Vein Occlusion
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity
  • Uveitis
  • Vision Issues
  • Vitrectomy
  • Vitreous Detachment (Retina Detachment)
  • Vitreous Hemorrhage

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Ion Breazeale holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Breazeale's NPI number is 1801892146.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Breazeale affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Breazeale is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Breazeale?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Breazeale here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Richard Breazeale's office located?
Dr. Richard Breazeale's office is located at 1506 N Thornton Ave Ste D, Dalton, GA, 30720.
What languages does Dr. Richard Breazeale speak?
Dr. Richard Breazeale speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Richard Breazeale accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Breazeale accepts on their Vitals profile.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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