About Dr. Eric Schneider
Dr. Eric W. Schneider joined Tennessee Retina in 2014, and has a reputation as a superb clinician and excellent communicator who always practices in a patient-focused manner. He completed a two-year Retina Fellowship at Duke University, one of the premier vitreoretinal training programs in the country and the birthplace of modern vitreous surgery. He won multiple research awards during his ophthalmology residency at the University of Michigan and was named Chief Resident in his final year of training.
Dr. Schneider has published over 15 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on a wide-ranging array of medical and surgical retina topics. He has presented his work at major medical conferences, including the American Society of Retina Specialists, ARVO, Retina Society, and Macula Society annual meetings. He was selected as an Ambassador for the American Academy of Ophthalmology's Advocacy program. Dr. Schneider has served as an assistant editor for the journal Retina (Photo Essay section) and is a current reviewer for Retina, Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, and Current Eye Research.
Dr. Schneider's clinical and research interests include medical and surgical treatments of macular disease, complicated retinal detachment, retinal vein occlusion, and diabetic retinopathy. Much of his previous research focuses on diseases of the vitreoretinal interface and novel applications of ophthalmic imaging technology.
When away from work, Dr. Schneider and his wife enjoy taking hikes with their children, rooting for their favorite pro and college teams, and experiencing the Nashville culinary scene.
Dr. Schneider sees patients in our Nashville, Hendersonville, Cookeville, and Crossville offices.
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Retinal detachment
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Hypertensive retinopathy
Age-related macular degeneration
Retinal detachment
Vitreous opacities and degeneration
Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Michigan Medical School, Doctor of Medicine
- Brown University (Bachelor's)
- Oakwood Hospital & Medical Center: Abraham Vinu M MD (Internship)
- W.K. Kellogg Eye Center, Residency in Ophthalmology
- Duke University, Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery
Professional memberships
- Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology
- American Society of Retina Specialists
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1790949485
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Dr. Eric Schneider works with Tennessee Retina.
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Dr. Eric Schneider's office is located at 345 23rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203.
What languages does Dr. Eric Schneider speak?
Dr. Eric Schneider speaks English.