Dr. Steven Sterling, MD
Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience
Dr. Steven Sterling, MD is an ophthalmologist in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkwest Medical Center and Blount Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
4.9 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (33 reviews)
Practice
2607 Kingston Pike Ste 182 Knoxville, TN 37919At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
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Dr. Sterling's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sterling
4.9
33 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Outstanding Surgeon
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Charles David Warren – Aug 16, 2024
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Highly recommend
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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Karen – Jul 09, 2024
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Dr. Sterling successfully removed cataracts on my post RK eyes, and I now have 20/20 vision. I am thankful beyond words for his knowledge and skill in managing the challenges presented by a past RK patient like me. He and his entire staff are top notch, and I recommend them to anyone seeking excellent and compassionate eye care.
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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Kalin – May 15, 2024
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He is very thorough and doesn’t rush through his exams. It’s rare to find a doctor who is truly compassionate and treats you as an individual and not a “statistic”. He truly cares about his patients getting the best treatment they deserve.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Jennie – Jul 05, 2023
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Very comforting and was really empressed.
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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Kim Franklin – May 27, 2023
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Cataract Surgery
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
6 others found this helpful
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John Abt – Feb 24, 2023
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PROFESSIONAL, CARING, COMMUNICATES WELL, TAKES TIME WITH YOU DURING VISIT. STAFF EXCELLENT!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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barna gibson – Jun 15, 2020
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The best !
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Carolyn Silvey – Oct 17, 2019
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Dr. Sterling seems more concerned with quantity instead of quality. Patients are rushed through in an assembly line fashion. After my surgery, the pressure ran dangerously high because he had failed to clean out the debris from cataract removal and I had to have an emergency procedure. He's probably a capable doctor if he would take the time to provide quality care instead of trying to see how many people he can run through there in a day.
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
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Gary Carter in Bulls Gap, TN – Sep 27, 2018
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What a kind and compassionate practice! I looked to Dr. Sterling after needing two surgeries to remove cataracts. Initially, I was fearful and extremely terrified. Dr. Sterling was patient and proactive in detailing how the surgery would be performed, including me throughout the treatment process to minimize my anxiety. Dr. Sterling provided the utmost attention during after-care procedures and dedicated time to ensure for complete success. What a doctor!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Aug 30, 2018
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Dr. Sterling and his staff are very caring people and will do everything they can to help their patients. They are a family and a patient is treated as family also. A very good doctor and one that I would recommend highly.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Sue Campbell in Knoxville, TN – May 18, 2018
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Dr. Sterling did cataract surgery for me. He is the most caring doctor I have ever had the pleasure of seeing. Excellent experience!!
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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Oliver Springs, TN – Jul 08, 2017
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All we can say about Dr. Sterling is fantastic, he treats you like family, takes what ever time needed to answer any questions. The staff is excellent, I would highly recommend Dr Sterling, he has taken great care of both my wife and I. If there were more than 5 stars I would give them, thanks for allowing us to become your patients.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Edward &Brenda in Maryville, TN – Jul 07, 2017
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Dr sterling recently did cataract surgery on both of my eyes, both within 3 weeks. I am a college umpire and i obviously had to have surgery for my profession. This guy was recommended by my optomitrist and dr sterling was very caring and did a great job. Now all the coaches can't tell i am blind anymore. He is a great doctor in my opinion and i will recommend him to anyone i know with eye problems, great doctor
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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Rick farmer in Knoxville, TN – Dec 23, 2016
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Dr. Sterling is absolutely the best! He is the most caring doctor I have ever met. Everything about my experience was exemplary.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Amy in Knoxville, TN – Jan 27, 2016
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Dr. Steven Sterling, MD is an ophthalmologist in Knoxville, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Parkwest Medical Center and Blount Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.Ophthalmology
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University Of Alaska / Anchorage Campus
Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
79%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% lower than the national average
81%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
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How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
75%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
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