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Karla J. Johns MD

Associate Professor
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

  • Amblyopia
  • Blurred Vision
  • Cross Eyes / Strabismus
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Ophthalmology
  • Routine Eye Exam, Glasses, Contact Lens

Conditions and Treatments

Locations

Vanderbilt Eye Institute
2311 Pierce Avenue
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Eye Institute Hendersonville
305 Indian Lake Boulevard, Suite 240
Hendersonville, TN 37075
Vanderbilt Pediatric Ophthalmology Hendersonville
305 Indian Lake Blvd., Suite 240
Hendersonville, TN 37075

Services

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
  • Residency - University of Wisconsin Hospital

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology - American Board of Ophthalmology, 1986

Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
Excellent attention
January 12, 2026
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I was so impressed, Dr Karla was one of the kindest doctors I've ever encountered
July 28, 2025
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All very friendly and professional staff
June 23, 2025
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She was wonderful and set my mind at ease!
June 11, 2025
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Dr. Johns is an doctor! She was very good in explaining what she was doing and why. She did a very thorough examination. I would recommend Dr. Johns to any one that needs an Ophthalmologist.
February 18, 2025
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They had know idea why we were there. Did not even call the doctor that referred my son. Wasted time.
January 16, 2025
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Good
January 14, 2025
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Dr. Johns is exceptional
December 17, 2024
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