Eye Surgery Center of East Tennessee Nominated for Best of Tennessee Awards
Vote for Eye Surgery Center of East Tennessee in the Best of TN Awards! Celebrating 25 years of compassionate, innovative eye care.
Why Choose Us?
Eye Surgery Center of East Tennessee, recognized as a Cataract Innovator, is a surgical facility dedicated to total eye care—from cataracts to ocular plastics. We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. Our experienced ophthalmic surgeons have dedicated themselves to caring for their Knoxville neighbors and surrounding communities. With technological advances in eye surgery evolving faster than ever, Eye Surgery Center of East Tennessee’s doctors share a vision of excellence.
When you walk through the door, you’ll know you’re in good hands.
For Your Visit
Eye Surgery Center of East Tennessee is committed to ensuring that your experience with us is relaxed and worry-free, from consultation through recovery. To assist us, we ask that you read and comply with all guidelines.
Patient Forms
At Eye Surgery Center of East Tennessee, your time is as valuable to us as it is to you. That’s why we provide online access to a variety of forms that patients may complete before their visit. The following documents will help us expedite the check-in process for your appointment. Please take a moment to download and print the appropriate form(s).
Insurance and Billing
Eye Surgery Center of East Tennessee accepts most major insurances. We will bill your insurance carrier for you; however, we cannot tell you what your policy will cover. Since your insurance policy and coverage is between you and your carrier, we urge you to contact them prior to your procedure. You will be responsible for any co-pays and deductibles.
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Feb 5, 2026
Never had better care. Their kindness is unmatched. I have my eye sight back thru their prompt urgency to my eyes loss of vision. Thank you so much
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All of the employees are great folks! Very kind and cordial, put you at ease immediately. Give you warm blankets if you want, water, soda (after surgery), whatever you want. The patients are their #1 priority. Cataract surgery takes about 15-20 minutes, you are done in a flash. You are not sedated , given a med to relax you, and it wears off quickly. You do not feel "drugged". My doc, Dr. Johnston, is super knowledgeable, super nice and friendly. Going back next week for second cataract surgery (right eye this time) and am not worried or nervous about it!