TN Retina is pleased to announce the association of Franco M. Recchia, MD. Dr. Recchia brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Tennessee Retina.  A graduate of the top ophthalmology and retina training programs in the country, Dr. Recchia joined the faculty of the Vanderbilt Eye Institute in 2003, where during eight years on the full-time faculty he developed a reputation as an outstanding clinician, researcher, and educator.  At Vanderbilt, he served as Chief of the Retina Division and Director of the Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery.

Dr. Recchia has co-authored a book on retinal disease and has published over 60 original articles and book chapters on a variety of retinal topics.  He has delivered over 100 lectures to retina specialists at medical conferences throughout the world.  He has held leadership positions in the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, and the Nashville Academy of Ophthalmology.  Dr. Recchia currently serves as Associate Editor (Retina Section) of the journal Ophthalmology.

Dr. Recchia’s clinical and research interests include macular surgery, diabetic retinopathy, and complicated retinal detachment.  He has a particular interest and expertise in pediatric retinal diseases and surgery. 

Beginning January, 2012, Dr. Recchia will see patients in our Nashville, Hendersonville, Bowling Green, Clarksville, and Franklin offices.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Recchia, please call (615) 983-6000.  For more information about Tennessee Retina, please visit our website at www.tnretina.com.