Dr. Hannah Hughes, O.D. is a dynamic optometrist who joined University Eye Specialists in 2020. After completing her biology degree at Northern Kentucky University, she pursued her passion for optometry at the prestigious Indiana University School of Optometry. During her time there, Dr. Hughes was actively involved in various organizations, including the Special Olympics and Optometric Services to Humanity.
Dr. Hannah Hughes, O.D. is a dynamic optometrist who joined University Eye Specialists in 2020. After completing her biology degree at Northern Kentucky University, she pursued her passion for optometry at the prestigious Indiana University School of Optometry. During her time there, Dr. Hughes was actively involved in various organizations, including the Special Olympics and Optometric Services to Humanity.
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Dr. Hughes is the most kind doctor ever. She listens and is very compassionate.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Thorough, informative and approachable.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
The best of the best. Caring and professional
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Great patient care
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Great Doctor very kind and friendly
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very thorough eye exam. Always professional and informative
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Dr. Hughes is great. Very professional, pleasant and thorough. She takes the time to explain things through so that I understand them clearly.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Doctor Hughes is very knowledgeable and I like that she is conservative in treatment.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Always listens and helps. Highly recommend.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Best Eye Doctor I have ever had!!! Me and my daughter went in for our first appointment and Mrs. Hughes was very attentive. She answered and further explained any question we had. I am so glad I found her and chose her as out Eye Doctor.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
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Eye Care Center Maryville
622 Smithview Drive Maryville, TN 37803
Dr. Hannah Hughes, O.D. is a dynamic optometrist who joined University Eye Specialists in 2020. After completing her biology degree at Northern Kentucky University, she pursued her passion for optometry at the prestigious Indiana University School of Optometry. During her time there, Dr. Hughes was actively involved in various organizations, including the Special Olympics and Optometric Services to Humanity.
Following graduation, Dr. Hughes completed an externship with the Naval Health Clinic in Quantico, Virginia, where she provided care to active-duty military personnel. She then moved on to the Tallahassee Veteran’s Administration, where she continued to develop her skills in caring for patients with diverse visual needs.
Dr. Hughes’ areas of expertise include pediatric optometry, ocular disease management, and contact lens fitting, with a particular passion for scleral lenses. Her desire to improve her patients’ visual outcomes has led her to specialize in fitting these lenses, which can provide exceptional comfort and clarity for those with corneal irregularities or dry eye conditions.
Dr. Hughes also has a keen interest in dry eye treatment and intervention, recognizing the increasing need for specialized care in today’s digital age. She has contributed to various research projects, including consultative research on anterior eye tomography.
Outside of the office, Dr. Hughes enjoys coaching competitive figure skaters at the Ice Chalet in Knoxville, where she has been involved in the sport since she was a young girl. She also enjoys staying active by going for runs and hikes in the beautiful East Tennessee scenery, often accompanied by her spoiled rescue puppy, Burd.
Dr. Hughes is the most kind doctor ever. She listens and is very compassionate.
Thorough, informative and approachable.
The best of the best. Caring and professional
Great patient care
Great Doctor very kind and friendly
Very thorough eye exam. Always professional and informative
Dr. Hughes is great. Very professional, pleasant and thorough. She takes the time to explain things through so that I understand them clearly.
Doctor Hughes is very knowledgeable and I like that she is conservative in treatment.
Always listens and helps. Highly recommend.
Best Eye Doctor I have ever had!!! Me and my daughter went in for our first appointment and Mrs. Hughes was very attentive. She answered and further explained any question we had. I am so glad I found her and chose her as out Eye Doctor.