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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Very personable and thorough. I definitely trust Dr. Hughes with my eye care.
(3 days ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Hughes is thorough, knowledgeable, and one of the nicest doctors I have ever been to. She took her time and answered all of my questions, giving me all the information I needed to consider when making decisions. She's fantastic!
(5 days ago)
Nov-2025
I received excellent care today. Dr. Hughes is a skilled practitioner with terrific communication skills.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Hughes is a very knowledgeable and caring individual!! Thank you !Kellie F
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Very knowledgeable, professional and friendly! An excellent doctor!
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Fantastic, I finally got contacts that fit perfectly thanks to Dr Hughes.
Amy is also fantastic also!
Thanks so much to both of you...
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Hughes was great. Explained everything she checked and recommended what I should do.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Very attentive and expressed genuine concern.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
She is the best!!
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Today was my first time seeing Dr. Hughes, she is amazing. She took really good care of me and I am lokk ok I g forward to keeping her as my new eye doctor!
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-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.
Very personable and thorough. I definitely trust Dr. Hughes with my eye care.
Dr Hughes is thorough, knowledgeable, and one of the nicest doctors I have ever been to. She took her time and answered all of my questions, giving me all the information I needed to consider when making decisions. She's fantastic!
I received excellent care today. Dr. Hughes is a skilled practitioner with terrific communication skills.
Dr Hughes is a very knowledgeable and caring individual!! Thank you !Kellie F
Very knowledgeable, professional and friendly! An excellent doctor!
Fantastic, I finally got contacts that fit perfectly thanks to Dr Hughes. Amy is also fantastic also! Thanks so much to both of you...
Dr Hughes was great. Explained everything she checked and recommended what I should do.
Very attentive and expressed genuine concern.
She is the best!!
Today was my first time seeing Dr. Hughes, she is amazing. She took really good care of me and I am lokk ok I g forward to keeping her as my new eye doctor!