What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.79
Bedside manner
5.00
“Dr. Shirnil Channappa truly lives up to all the positive reviews I read before booking my appointment. I really appreciated his attention to detail and how thoroughly he listened to my concerns. He took the time to explain my scan results in a way that was clear and easy to understand. I also appreciated that he was considerate of my self-pay status and offered options to help me save money without compromising care. I’m so grateful to have found such a wonderful eye doctor! You’ll be lucky if you get an appointment with him! Keep up the great work, Dr. Channappa!
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Janell J.October 19, 2025
“Great experience.
Great Staff,
Great Doctor
All the reviews I read about this Staff and Physician was correct...He showed he cared, and understood all of my concerns.”
Sharlon L.July 21, 2025
About Dr. Shirnil Channappa
Dr. Shirnil Channappa earned his Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences from Pennsylvania State University in 1995. He went on to receive his Doctor of Optometry from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in May 2000. His interest in health-related fields and interacting with patients inspired him to pursue Optometry. He enjoys helping his patients address their eye care needs.
In his spare time, he enjoys reading, traveling, and solving puzzles.
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Office locations
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Alabama, Birmingham, Doctor of Optometry
- Pennsylvania State University (Bachelor's)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1124124714
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.79
Bedside manner
5.00
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Great Doctor! He helped me figure out my problem right away
November 7, 2023Adriana V.Verified patient
Dr. Shirnil Channappa truly lives up to all the positive reviews I read before booking my appointment. I really appreciated his attention to detail and how thoroughly he listened to my concerns. He took the time to explain my scan results in a way that was clear and easy to understand. I also appreciated that he was considerate of my self-pay status and offered options to help me save money without compromising care. I’m so grateful to have found such a wonderful eye doctor! You’ll be lucky if you get an appointment with him! Keep up the great work, Dr. Channappa!
October 19, 2025Janell J.Verified patient
Great experience.
Great Staff,
Great Doctor
All the reviews I read about this Staff and Physician was correct...He showed he cared, and understood all of my concerns.
July 21, 2025Sharlon L.Verified patient
I had a great time. They were super informative of everything that was gonna happen before it happened so no surprises! The staff was super kind and Tasha helped me pick out a beautiful pair of glasses!
July 16, 2025Vanessa V.Verified patient
It was a very nice experience
December 1, 2024Herany Z.Verified patient
I had a great experience. The staff was very friendly, and the office was clean and welcoming. I barely had to wait, which was nice. Dr. Shirnil Channappa was extremely knowledgeable and addressed my concerns right away. Overall very happy :)
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Where is Dr. Shirnil Channappa's office located?
Dr. Shirnil Channappa has 7 office locations, including in Hermitage, Gallatin, Nashville, Columbia, Brentwood, Spring Hill, and White House, view full addresses on Dr. Channappa's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Shirnil Channappa?
Dr. Shirnil Channappa frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Shirnil Channappa on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Shirnil Channappa speak?
Dr. Shirnil Channappa speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Shirnil Channappa in reviews?
50 patients have reviewed Dr. Shirnil Channappa. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.79/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.