Summary

Dr. Robert Stewart Shofner, MD (Owner) and the Shofner Vision Center treat patients experiencing cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye, and other ophthalmic procedures. The Shofner Vision Center offers LASIK and PRK. Dr. Shofner is an ophthalmologist that has been practicing for over 30 years at the Shofner Vision Center located in the Ascension St. Thomas Midtown Hospital in downtown Nashville, TN. We do LASIK/PRK in house with the newest and safest lasers available on the market. We offer zero % interest through Care Credit to finance healthcare out-of-pocket costs.

Office Location

Shofner Vision Center

2004 Hayes St Ste 335Nashville, TN 37203
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

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 43 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Stewart Shofner

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Stewart Shofner has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Stewart Shofner has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmology
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Robert Stewart Shofner holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee. 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 active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2028.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Virginia School Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Shofner's NPI number is 1427056993.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Robert Shofner accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Shofner?
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Where is Dr. Robert Shofner's office located?
Dr. Robert Shofner's office is located at 2004 Hayes St Ste 335, Nashville, TN, 37203.
Does Dr. Robert Shofner accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Shofner accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Robert Shofner speak?
Dr. Robert Shofner speaks English.

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