Ophthalmology - Physician

Ophthalmology - Physician at Vanderbilt University Medical Center summary: The Vanderbilt Eye Institute is seeking a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist to join its academic ophthalmology faculty in Nashville, Tennessee. This full-time position offers opportunities in clinical care, education, and research within a multi-specialty environment, including part-time duties at the Nashville VA Medical Center. Nashville provides a vibrant cultural scene, recreational activities, and a high quality of life, making it an attractive location for medical professionals. The Vanderbilt Eye Institute of the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in the greatly expanding metropolitan region of Nashville, Tennessee is actively seeking a glaucoma specialist to join our faculty, which currently includes six fellowship-trained glaucoma specialists, an active glaucoma fellowship program, and ophthalmology residency. The Vanderbilt Eye Institute is a multi-specialty academic ophthalmology practice with 72 clinical and research faculty members, state of the art facilities and equipment and multiple satellite offices to serve an annual patient volume in excess of 168,000. We promote a collegial environment with a collaborative culture that has enabled unprecedented growth. We seek glaucoma faculty candidates who are clinical glaucoma fellowship-trained specialists and are certified or eligible for certification by the American Board of Ophthalmology and an unrestricted Tennessee medical license. This position carries a full-time clinician-educator, clinician-investigator, or clinical practice track appointment with a part-time appointment at the adjacent Nashville VA Medical Center. The position is open to matched glaucoma fellows with expected 2025 training completion, glaucoma fellowship graduates, or current practicing glaucoma specialists who have a desire to integrate a patient care practice with a demonstrated commitment to teaching medical students/residents/fellows and/or discovery in a multi-specialty academic setting. Clinical research opportunities facilitated by world-class informatics support are available, and participation is encouraged. Nashville, Tennessee, often referred to as "Music City," is not only a cultural and entertainment hub but also a thriving community with a rich history and warm Southern hospitality. Known for its vibrant music scene and rich culinary landscape, Nashville offers an array of recreational activities, including parks, hiking trails, and water sports. Vibrant music venues for multiple genres include CMA Fest and nearby Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, as well as home of the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame. Professional sports teams include Titans NFL, Predators NHL for which faculty can work games as team ophthalmologists, Nashville SC soccer, and Nashville Sounds minor league baseball. Cultural attractions include the Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Nashville Ballet, Nashville Opera, Cheekwood Botanical Gardens, and multiple touring events at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center and at the arenas. The revitalized downtown and surrounding areas include restaurants of every ethnicity. Nashville is located on the Cumberland River and close to Old Hickory Lake providing multiple aquatic activities. The convenient BNA international airport has tremendously increased in size providing easy access to all parts of the country as well as internationally. With a rapidly growing population and a welcoming atmosphere, Nashville is an ideal location for physicians seeking both professional growth and a high quality of life. Tennessee has no state income tax. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled Keywords: glaucoma specialist, ophthalmology, clinical research, patient care, medical education, academic medicine, Vanderbilt Eye Institute, Tennessee healthcare, vision specialist, multi-specialty practice

Location: Nashville, Tennessee, US

Posted Date: 11/3/2025