Justin T. Gagel, MD

I enjoy staying active with running, weight lifting, swimming, biking, and hiking--perfect to do in East Tennesseee—and orinthology (the study of birds).

Justin Gagel

About Me

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken:
English

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I am a Knoxville native with intentions of remaining in this wonderful community that I love so I can build relationships with my patients and raise my family for the remainder of my life. My family is my greatest joy and my deepest commitments are to them, my patients, my staff, and my church and its missions.

Clinical Focus:
Comprehensive ophthalmology with a full range of medical, surgical care for the eye, including cataracts, glaucoma, refractive error, minor, major eye injuries, diabetic retinopathy, infectious eye disease, macular degeneration

Specialties:
Ophthalmology

Education & Credentials

Medical School

BS (Biology)- East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tennessee

Medical School

East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine, Johnson City, Tennessee

Internships

Internal Medicine, University of Kentucky Healthcare, Lexington, Kentucky

Residencies

Ophthalmology, University of Kentucky Healthcare, Lexington, Kentucky

Organizations & Societies

American Academy of Ophthalmology American Medical Association American Academy of Family Physicians Christian Medical Dental Association

I love the restorative nature of cataract surgery because I can fix something that has historically been a major cause of blindness.
— Justin T. Gagel

Where I See Patients

University Eye Specialists, PC

1932 Alcoa Hwy, Bldg C Ste 255Knoxville, TN 37920

Phone: (865) 244-2020

Fax: (865) 410-7292

Directions
University Eye Specialists

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