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Vanderbilt Eye Institute Tennessee Lions Pediatric Eye Center

2311 Pierce Avenue, Nashville, TN 37232
Phone Number: (615) 936-1034
Insurance Plans Accepted
Today's Hours
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Monday8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Thursday8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Friday8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The doctors and nurses in Monroe Carell's Ophthalmology Program are highly trained in caring for children's eyes and vision. Our specialized team provides surgery to treat children and teenagers who have cataracts, crossed eyes or intraocular tumors.

In partnership with The Tennessee Lions Club, we also evaluate and treat children who fail routine vision screenings.

Through Project PAVE we provide comprehensive clinical low vision services to children ages 3 to 21 in local education agencies (LEAs) of Tennessee and the Tennessee School for the Blind.

Programs and Clinics

Meet Your Care Team

Karla J. Johns
4.8

Karla J. JohnsMD

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

Parking and Information

South Garage
Pierce Ave. Entrance
On Pierce Ave., between 23rd Ave. and 24th Ave.

To get to the Vanderbilt Eye Institute, follow the signs to the exit on the hospital end of the garage.

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