Dr. Jennifer Maples, O.D. specializes in medical optometry and contact lenses. After graduating with highest honors from Middle Tennessee State University, with a degree in chemistry, she decided to pursue her doctorate in optometry. While studying optometry at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Dr. Maples developed her passion for patient interaction and caring for patients holistically, rather than just as a “set of eyes.”
Dr. Jennifer Maples, O.D. specializes in medical optometry and contact lenses. After graduating with highest honors from Middle Tennessee State University, with a degree in chemistry, she decided to pursue her doctorate in optometry. While studying optometry at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Dr. Maples developed her passion for patient interaction and caring for patients holistically, rather than just as a “set of eyes.”
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Great Dr sad she is leaving UT
Now we have to find another doctor
Feb-2025
Very nice very thorough
Feb-2025
Answered my questions, liked her!
Feb-2025
Dr. Maple is very kind, attentive and patient! She is treating my kids and now me.
Feb-2025
Wasn’t as through as previous Doc.
Feb-2025
Very helpful and explains thoroughly
Feb-2025
I gave a 4 because I had a difficult time explaining how hard it was to take my glasses off in front of people cause my eyes look so tired
Feb-2025
Dr. Maples is terrific.
Jan-2025
So thorough- and explained everything perfectly!
Jan-2025
For an upcoming ski trip I desperately needed to get BACK to wearing contacts (I stopped wearing an earlier pair over a year ago). I NEED contacts for skiing, since my glasses FOG UP significantly. Peggy, a second assistant (cannot recall her name, and Dr Maples: 1) Confirmed my older contacts were still good to wear 2) Completed the exam and ordered a NEW set of improved contacts...that WILL be available for my ski trip. EXCELLENT!! Made my day!
Jan-2025
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Eye Care Center Hardin Valley
2547 Willow Point Way Knoxville, TN 37931
UT Medical Center
1932 Alcoa Highway, Bldg. C Ste. 255 Knoxville, TN 37920
Dr. Jennifer Maples, O.D. specializes in medical optometry and contact lenses. After graduating with highest honors from Middle Tennessee State University, with a degree in chemistry, she decided to pursue her doctorate in optometry. While studying optometry at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Dr. Maples developed her passion for patient interaction and caring for patients holistically, rather than just as a “set of eyes.” After graduating optometry school in 2004, doctor Maples was able to complete her residency training at the James H. Quillen Veterans Medical Center located in Mountain Home, Tennessee. She viewed this as a distinctive honor and privilege, being able to provide care and vision to those who have bravely served our country.
Dr. Maples is board certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and The American Board of Certification in Medical Optometry. She is also a member of the Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Maples applies her extensive knowledge and practical abilities to improving the quality of life of her patients on a daily basis.
During her time at the UAB School of Optometry, Dr. Maples was also an active member of Students in Optometric Service to Humanity (SOSH), Beta Sigma Kappa National Optometric Honor Society, and UABSO student government. Dr. Maples traveled as a volunteer with SOSH on Mission trips to both Honduras and the Dominican Republic.
Dr. Maples finds interactions with her patients very rewarding. One of her greatest joys, as an optometrist, is knowing that her patients are informed and understand their unique eye health situation. Interestingly, Dr. Maples initially wanted to study education and pursue a teaching degree. Her patients quickly pick up on this quality, as she reflects an undeniable passion for patient education during the examination.
Outside of the office, Dr. Maples enjoys exploring nature through hiking and bicycling. She also has a personal interest in neurobiology and the field of mindfulness – above all, Dr. Maples treasures spending quality time with her husband and two precious young boys.
Great Dr sad she is leaving UT Now we have to find another doctor
Very nice very thorough
Answered my questions, liked her!
Dr. Maple is very kind, attentive and patient! She is treating my kids and now me.
Wasn’t as through as previous Doc.
Very helpful and explains thoroughly
I gave a 4 because I had a difficult time explaining how hard it was to take my glasses off in front of people cause my eyes look so tired
Dr. Maples is terrific.
So thorough- and explained everything perfectly!
For an upcoming ski trip I desperately needed to get BACK to wearing contacts (I stopped wearing an earlier pair over a year ago). I NEED contacts for skiing, since my glasses FOG UP significantly. Peggy, a second assistant (cannot recall her name, and Dr Maples: 1) Confirmed my older contacts were still good to wear 2) Completed the exam and ordered a NEW set of improved contacts...that WILL be available for my ski trip. EXCELLENT!! Made my day!