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Karen M. Joos MD, PhD

Professor of Ophthalmology

Areas of Expertise

  • Glaucoma
  • Glaucoma Suspect-High Pressure
  • Ophthalmology
  • Pediatric Ophthalmology

Location

2311 Pierce Avenue
Nashville, TN 37232

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Iowa, 1987
  • Internship - Saint Joseph Hospital, 1988
  • Doctor of Philosophy - University of Iowa, 1990
  • Residency - University of Iowa Healthcare, 1992
  • Fellowship - Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami, 1994

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology - American Board of Ophthalmology, 1994

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.
I felt Dr. Joos provided excellent care. She listened to my concerns. She explained her philosophy of care. She is very competent. I feel she will handle my situation well.
May 13, 2026
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Dr. Joos is knowledgeable, caring, and explains everything well.
May 12, 2026
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As always, I had a great visit with Dr. Joos. She was encouraged by the current stability with my eyes. Prior to that, I met with Dr. Cooper who reviewed my current results from the Humphrey VF test, checked my eye pressure and answered questions about some of my eye drop solutions.
April 30, 2026
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I have been fortunate to be under the care of Dr. Joos for several years. She and others at the Eye Institute have preserved vision in my eye which is helpful. When I needed surgery in 2024 she took the time to attend to the matter. I appreciate the attention, care, and caution of Dr. Joos. She has a genuine interest in my case and takes time to answer questions. I would highly recommend her to others. She demonstrates genuine concern regarding my care.
April 1, 2026
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Dr. Joos is the most knowledgeable and caring provider. She is the reason I still have my sight. She is an amazing provider and Vanderbilt is lucky to have her.
March 31, 2026
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Dr Joss is always extremely thorough.I would recommend her to anyone. I always follow her advice and I have seen very little change in my vision.
March 10, 2026
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Dr. Joos is very competent and pleasant to interact with.
February 17, 2026
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Always a good experience with Dr. Joos. She is thorough, friendly, and the consummate professional!
February 11, 2026
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Dr Joos is an excellent doctor. I will always be grateful for the care she has provided to me and my family.
January 25, 2026
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