Ophthalmology: Glaucoma Specialist, Diseases & Surgery of the Eye
Knoxville, Maryville, Morristown
4.9
935 Ratings
306 Comments
Dr. James M. Rouse, M.D. specializes in glaucoma, treatment of diseases and surgery of the eye. The East Tennessee native joined University Eye Specialists in 2011.
Dr. Rouse started medical school with the intention of entering pediatrics or family medicine but became captivated by eye care and surgery while on rotations. A trip with an ophthalmologist to El Salvador in his fourth year of medical school as part of Lions Clubs International’s sight services sealed Dr. Rouse’s decision.
Dr. James M. Rouse, M.D. specializes in glaucoma, treatment of diseases and surgery of the eye. The East Tennessee native joined University Eye Specialists in 2011.
Dr. Rouse started medical school with the intention of entering pediatrics or family medicine but became captivated by eye care and surgery while on rotations. A trip with an ophthalmologist to El Salvador in his fourth year of medical school as part of Lions Clubs International’s sight services sealed Dr. Rouse’s decision.
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Highly informed about solutions to my problem.
Jun-2025
Great care answered all my questions was very detailed with the problem that was found and the resolution he deserves five stars plus
Jun-2025
Great surgeon /physician.
Jun-2025
Very pleased with my check up!
Jun-2025
Great office visit today!
Jun-2025
Dr. Rouse is very professional, and has a good patient manner. He explains conditions and procedures very well. He did my cataract surgery that turned out great.
Jun-2025
I was anxious about my situation… Dr Rouse was so patient with me and put me completely at ease.
Jun-2025
Knowledgeable, professional, friendly and explains diagnoses clearly. Thank you Dr. Rouse
Jun-2025
He was very patient with my father.
Jun-2025
Prompt, thorough medical experience once again. He takes enough time with you so you never feel rushed. He great doctor.
Jun-2025
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Dr. James M. Rouse, M.D. specializes in glaucoma, treatment of diseases and surgery of the eye. The East Tennessee native joined University Eye Specialists in 2011.
Dr. Rouse started medical school with the intention of entering pediatrics or family medicine but became captivated by eye care and surgery while on rotations. A trip with an ophthalmologist to El Salvador in his fourth year of medical school as part of Lions Clubs International’s sight services sealed Dr. Rouse’s decision. He witnessed the profound effect that an ophthalmologist could have in restoring quality of life.
Dr. Rouse earned his bachelor’s and medical degrees from UT-Knoxville and UT-Memphis, respectively. While completing some of his medical studies in Chattanooga, Dr. Rouse would meet his future wife; he also did a rotation in Knoxville with UES’ Dr. David J. Harris Jr.
After completing his internship at the University of Kentucky – Dr. Rouse, a Vol fan, would attend Kentucky basketball games wearing orange – and residency in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, he joined University Eye Specialists, which knew of his specialty in glaucoma and recruited Dr. Rouse to come home.
Treating glaucoma patients means trying to save vision, while also helping patients through a difficult time with a serious eye disease. Dr. Rouse gets to know his patients during this time and considers their trust in him to be a privilege to earn.
He joined UES because he believes the practice has ethical professionals who make the right decisions for patients and have the technical and medical skills to provide the best eye care.
Born and raised in Oak Ridge, Dr. Rouse enjoys living in East Tennessee because of the easy access to the mountains and opportunities to hike and fish. Dr. Rouse also is a lifelong Tennessee fan, so he likes being able to attend UT sporting events.
He and his wife, Gina Rouse, are both avid runners, including marathons. He is a member of the Knoxville Track Club and Knoxville Endurance.
The Rouses are members of Sevier Heights Baptist Church. They have three daughters, Carlie, Lydia and Michaela.
Highly informed about solutions to my problem.
Great care answered all my questions was very detailed with the problem that was found and the resolution he deserves five stars plus
Great surgeon /physician.
Very pleased with my check up!
Great office visit today!
Dr. Rouse is very professional, and has a good patient manner. He explains conditions and procedures very well. He did my cataract surgery that turned out great.
I was anxious about my situation… Dr Rouse was so patient with me and put me completely at ease.
Knowledgeable, professional, friendly and explains diagnoses clearly. Thank you Dr. Rouse
He was very patient with my father.
Prompt, thorough medical experience once again. He takes enough time with you so you never feel rushed. He great doctor.