August 20, 2025Vein and Artery Occlusions: What They Are and Why They Matter
Your retina—the light-sensitive layer at the back of your eye—depends on a constant flow of oxygen-rich blood to function properly. This blood supply comes …
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August 14, 2025July Image of the Month
Our 3 featured images in July were captured by Rebekah Greenberg, Krista Moore and Tiffany Del Rio! Image #1 is a photo of a subhyaloid hemorrhage on our …
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August 11, 2025Understanding Ocular Inflammation After COVID-19 Vaccination
Featuring Research by Dr. Akshay Thomas, Meredith Parker and Lish Nore of Tennessee Retina Tennessee Retina is proud to share that our very own Dr. Akshay …
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August 8, 2025Tennessee Retina Physicians Present at ASRS 43rd Annual Scientific Meeting
At Tennessee Retina, we are proud to be a part of shaping the future of retinal care. Recently, four of our physicians gathered alongside retina specialists …
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August 6, 2025Welcoming Dr. Mitchell T. Allphin: Tennessee Retina’s First Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellow
We are proud to welcome Mitchell T. Allphin, M.D. as our first Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellow as part of our newly launched, AUPO Fellowship Compliance Committee …
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August 4, 2025Back to School: Is Your Child’s Vision Ready?
As kids get ready to head back to the classrooms, it's the perfect time to check in on their overall health—including their vision. While many families …
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August 1, 2025Welcome Dr. Bernard Dib to Tennessee Retina!
We are proud to announce the newest addition to our team of retina specialists— Dr. Bernard Dib! Dr. Dib brings a wealth of experience and expertise to …
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July 24, 2025Retinal Detachment: Know the Signs, Act Quickly!
Your retina plays a vital role in your ability to see. It’s the light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of your eye that sends visual signals to your …
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July 23, 2025The Promise of Home Monitoring: A New Era in Retinal Disease Management
At Tennessee Retina, we are committed to advancing the way we care for patients—and that includes embracing innovations that improve outcomes and quality of …
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July 21, 2025Celebrating the Career of Dr. Peter Sonkin
After decades of exceptional service, Tennessee Retina announces the retirement of Dr. Peter Sonkin, who officially retired from our practice on July 3, 2025. …
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