Dr. Robert S. Shofner, MD | Nashville, TN | Optometry

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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.

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

accepting new patients
4.1

15 Ratings
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

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

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Dr. Shofner's Ratings and Reviews

4.1

15 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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The nurses and office folks at Shofner's were very nice. Dr. Shofner however is extremely condescending and talks to you as if you were on 3rd grade. He dumbs down his feedback to such a level where it is actually useless for one to act or decide on. I am sure he does not mean any harm but I suspect senility maybe a factor. I called his office and gave feedback and was told he is working with a consultant in this regard. Unfortunately I can not possibly recommend his practice.

November 10th, 2022

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I like Dr. Shofner, and I felt better after my appointment with him. However, some of his procedures for curing my dry eye were not accepted by me for financial and other reasons.

September 14th, 2015

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Staff was very friendly, prompt, courteous...couldn't be better. However, we are new to the U.S. medical system so we couldn't help but feel we were being "up-sold". I found it confusing as to what the best option was for us - what is covered by our insurance vs. paying thousands more for other "Cadillac" options that are not covered.

June 30th, 2015

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First, let me say that my vision is great after lasik surgery. The whole office went out of their way to make me feel at home and most importantly, SAFE. Dr. Shofner spend a lot of time with me. They are not pushy and all and truly helpful. It did take a long time to get me to the lasik laser machine on my day of surgery, and the waiting time could improve a little. Second, this was the best price I received for Lasik and I am pleased with the price and my new vision. Going in, I am glad I had a valium before surgery but it was not as scary as I thought. Thanks for my new eyes. It is wonderful.

December 18th, 2013

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I had a very in depth exam for Lasik. I learned a lot about my eyes. Everyone was very friendly and patient with all my questions and addressed my fears. I will probably go on and have lasik done there. Price seemed to be reasonable Finding the office was a little hard, its in that huge baptist complex.

October 2nd, 2013

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After visiting previous eye doctors and still having issues with my vision, a friend recommended Dr. Shofner. Dr. Shofner actually produced a completely different diagnosis that other eye doctors missed. Glad I was referred to him as now I have options to improve my vision correctly.

February 15th, 2013

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Very friendly staff.

August 22nd, 2011

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

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2028, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

University Of Virginia School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

Where is Dr. Robert Shofner's office located?: Dr. Robert Shofner's office is located at 2004 Hayes St Ste 335, Nashville, TN, 37203.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Shofner affiliated with?: Dr. Robert Shofner is affiliated with Macon County General Hospital.

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