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Dr. Joseph Googe, MD

Dr. Joseph Googe, MD

Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Googe, MD is a vitreoretinal disease specialist in Knoxville, TN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkwest Medical Center and Starr Regional Medical Center Athens. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

1124 E Weisgarber Rd Ste 207 Knoxville, TN 37909

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Googe specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Googe's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Googe

3.8

22 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
68%
68%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
9%
9%
1 Star
23%
23%

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What went well
  • 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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Aug 12, 2023
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Lisa Johnson – Dec 15, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Jun 21, 2020
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Extremely rude staff – Feb 01, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Talbott, TN – Sep 18, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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Apr 08, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Joanna Mansur in Maryville, TN – Mar 24, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
14 people found this helpful
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Kathy in Knoxville, TN – Aug 23, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Googe, MD is a vitreoretinal disease specialist in Knoxville, TN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery

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

  • Mass Ee Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985
  • Lsu

    Residency Hospital, 1983
  • City Memphis Hosps-u Tenn

    Internship Hospital, 1979
  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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Locations

Practice

Southeastern Retina Associates1124 E Weisgarber Rd Ste 207 Knoxville, TN 37909
1
University Eye Specialists P.C.140 Capital Dr Knoxville, TN 37922
2
Office1928 Alcoa Hwy Ste 320 Knoxville, TN 37920
3

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
  • Starr Regional Medical Center Athens

    1114 W Madison Ave
    Athens, TN 37303
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    View all patient feedback
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