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Dr. Darin Smith, MD

Dr. Darin Smith, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Darin Smith, MD is an ophthalmologist in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkwest Medical Center and Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

4528 Chapman Hwy Knoxville, TN 37920
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Smith specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Smith's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Smith

4.8
27 ratings, 22 with a written review
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3 star
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Great clinician with wonderful bedside manner
His staff are so helpful and Dr Smith is so professional and personable. He spends time explaining his diagnoses and treatment options.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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LisaF – Aug 06, 2024
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He has beef excellent in treating my dry eyes. He prescribed blood serum eyedrops which have helped me tremendously. He is always friendly and very trustworthy. He doesn’t hesitate to refer you when you need specialized treatment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dry Eye Patient – Aug 13, 2023
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Excellent!! Explained my situation and options.
Staff very competent and friendly
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Bob Harris – Sep 17, 2022
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Not a cornea specialist!
I have been satisfied with results of my cataract surgery. Dr. Smith is not a cornea specialist and could not help my issue. He does not keep up with the latest research on dry disease and daily care of blepharitis. So I will be looking for another specialist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Sep 10, 2022
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Staff was professional and wait time was relatively short. Dr. Smith answered my questions and was very approachable and knowledgeable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 08, 2022
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Excellent care
Dr. Smith was thorough and did a wonderful job of explaining what was going on and why. I felt reassured and appreciated the chance to have my concerns addressed quickly!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Miriam – Apr 02, 2022
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Dr. Smith is the most amazing doctor. I have total trust in him. I have been a patient since I was a teenager with this practice. I am now close to retiring so you can do the math. Dr. Hall was my original MD ( now retired ) I took a fall several years ago and sustained a hit to my face which resulted in me haviing a mis aligment in my eye. On exam with Dr. Smith, it took him probably less than 15 seconds to see that I had a vertical mis aligment and sent me straight away to a eye muscle specialist. But again, I think this practice is amazing and I would not trust my eyes to any one else.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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DeeAnne B – Jan 28, 2022
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EXCELLENT
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 28, 2022
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I have had my implants for three years. Dr. Smith did a great job and I am completely satisfied. I also had to have eye surgery on one eye before the lease implant. I also received the trifocal lenses. My wife also had sense implants and is completely satisfied.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mike – Jan 28, 2022
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Excellent! The best in his caring!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jo – Jan 28, 2022
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Very professional, would highly recommend.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Trevor – Oct 18, 2021
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We enjoyed meeting Dr. Smith. He seemed very friendly and professional. We hated to lose Dr. cook, but Dr. Smith will be our new Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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John and Betty Abbott – Sep 16, 2020
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Dr. Smith has treated both my wife and I for years. We have found him to be a great Dr. and would recommend him to anyone needing to see an Ophthalmologist. He answers questions and actually had an MRI done on my eyes which led to a diagnosis. He also did surgery on my eyes for dropping eyelids.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dennis – Jun 21, 2020
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Dr Smith was patient, knowledgeable and informative.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2020
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Personable, professional and allowed time for questions. Explanations of care thorough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mary Thorpe – Feb 05, 2020
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Emergency visit for an eye abrasion with my daughter. Everyone was fantastic and helpful! Will go nowhere else in the future.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Tammy Blankenship – Jan 14, 2020
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I felt very Confident in my visit
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Nov 20, 2019
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Both my husband and I are patients of Dr. Smith. Not only is he a skilled surgeon and clinician, but he’s an approachable doctor. He doesn’t waste time yet, leaves as much time as needed to answer questions and be thorough. Highly recommended!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 18, 2019
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Dr Smith performed my cataract surgery a few years ago. It was perfect. I saw him this time for another matter and feel that he listen to my concerns and put forth a plan of action that I am following. He has a very good bedside manner, listens well and responded to my concerns.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2019
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As a Christian I really appreciated the atmosphere created with praise and worship music playing softly while I waited. It is really comforting to see God honored in a doctors office. After all Jesus is our chief physician!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sharon in Sevierville, TN – Jan 09, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Darin Smith, MD is an ophthalmologist in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkwest Medical...read more
  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ut Sw Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • Duke University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Baptist Eye Surgeons PLLC4528 Chapman Hwy Knoxville, TN 37920
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
Tennessee Valley Eye Center160 Capital Dr Knoxville, TN 37922
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Practice

University Eye Specialists P.C.140 Capital Dr Knoxville, TN 37922
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office2020 Kay St Knoxville, TN 37920
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • University of Tennessee Medical Center

    1924 Alcoa Hwy
    Knoxville, TN 37920
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Parkwest Medical Center

    9352 Park West Blvd
    Knoxville, TN 37923
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

    1901 Clinch Ave
    Knoxville, TN 37916
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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