Summary

Dr. Steven Sterling is a board-certified ophthalmologist who has dedicated four decades to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and has built extensive expertise in treating complex eye disorders. Dr. Sterling is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population throughout the Knoxville area.

Dr. Sterling practices at the University of Tennessee Medical Center and maintains offices in Knoxville and Powell. He specializes in treating cataracts, glaucoma, and posterior vitreous detachment. His practice offers comprehensive eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to provide detailed assessments of eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sterling highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 40 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 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. Steven Lloyd Sterling has 2 locations

Sterling Steven Office

2607 Kingston Pike Ste 182Knoxville, TN 37919
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

Eye Surgery Center Of Knoxville

7739 Dannaher DrPowell, TN 37849
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Steven Lloyd Sterling, MDDr. Jonathan Webster Sowell, MDDr. Charles Gilmer Ange, MDDr. Daryl Lee Mcdaniel, MD
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40 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 59 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Chinese
Knoxville , TNKNOXVILLE , TNKnoxville , TNKnoxville , TN
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Steven Lloyd Sterling

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Steven Lloyd Sterling has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Steven Lloyd Sterling has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Steven Lloyd Sterling holds an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Sterling's NPI number is 1619985066.

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