About Dr. Peter Sonkin
Dr. Peter Sonkin joined Tennessee Retina (formerly Retina-Vitreous Associates) in Nashville, TN in 1998. Dr. Sonkin earned his undergraduate degree in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and his Medical Degree from Duke University. Dr. Sonkin completed his Ophthalmology residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, with extensive ocular trauma experience at Parkland Memorial Hospital. He then completed a two-year fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery and Medical Retina at the University of Iowa. Dr. Sonkin has published and presented research in the areas of diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, ocular trauma, AMD genetics, retinal detachment and hereditary retinal disorders. Dr. Sonkin has served as a principal investigator and co-investigator on many national clinical trials, particularly in the areas of macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. Dr. Sonkin has been on national advisory boards related to new treatments for macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy and has served as the retina representative on the American Academy of Ophthalmology Patient Education Committee. He has previously served as a board member for US Retina, MDsupport.org and the genetics company ArticDx. He also served as the GPO Chair for US Retina from 2014-18.
Dr. Sonkin is a past President of the Nashville Academy of Ophthalmology and was an Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at Vanderbilt University from 2004-13, where he won numerous resident teaching awards. Dr. Sonkin is a diplomat of the American Board of Ophthalmology, a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and a member and Fellow of the American Society of Retinal Specialists.
Dr. Sonkin’s clinical interests include retinal imaging, AMD genetics, and surgical, laser, and medical management of macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and other retinal vascular disorders.
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Hypertensive retinopathy
Age-related macular degeneration
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Retinal detachment
Surgical retina and vitreous procedures
Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other
Hypertensive retinopathy
Age-related macular degeneration
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Retinal detachment
Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Education and training
- Medical School - Duke University, Doctor of Medicine
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Residency in Ophthalmology
- Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital (Internship)
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- Tennessee Academy of Ophthalmology
- Tennessee Medical Association
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Retina Specialists
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1003991167
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What practice does Dr. Peter Sonkin work with?
Dr. Peter Sonkin works with Tennessee Retina.
Where is Dr. Peter Sonkin's office located?
Dr. Peter Sonkin's office is located at 345 23rd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Sonkin have?
Dr. Peter Sonkin is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What languages does Dr. Peter Sonkin speak?
Dr. Peter Sonkin speaks English.