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Karen M. Joos MD, PhD

Professor of Ophthalmology
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

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

Location

Vanderbilt Eye Institute
2311 Pierce Avenue
Nashville, TN 37232

Services

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.
Highly recommended
April 25, 2024
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Great
April 24, 2024
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Dr. Joos has been caring for my eyes for at least 20 years. During this time she has always given me absolutely stellar care. I attribute my good vision to all she has proactively done for me. My gratitude to her is boundless. She is an excellent, excellent doctor and human being.
April 2, 2024
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Very good and thorough
March 17, 2024
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Excellent explanation of my condition, took a very long time with me answering all my questions and management plan. Excellent experience with Dr. Joos
March 17, 2024
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Dr. Joos is always personable and professional. I always leave her with a smile on my face!
March 15, 2024
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Good
March 15, 2024
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Dr Joos explained the procedure before and during
February 13, 2024
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Good
January 17, 2024
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