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Jennifer G. Maples, OD
University Eye Specialists
Optometry
Knoxville, TN
Most recent review: 6 days ago
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4.9
525 Ratings
206 Comments
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.”
4.9
525 Ratings
206 Comments
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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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.
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Excellent
Dr, Maples Is Always So Delightful, Her Staff Is Courageous And Professional. She Explains Thoroughly Your Condition And What Remedies Are Available. Today She Waited One Of Her Charges Because I Was A Veteran. Thank You Dr Maples
Professional and caring
She is very thorough. That is very important with my health conditions.
Dr Maples is very pleasant , professional and knowledgeable.
I absolutely loved her. I even went so far as to change to her as my eye doctor. She made me fill heard and cared for.
Thank very very much for taking good care of me . You are an Excellent Eye 👁️ Doctor 👩⚕️ Again Thank you And have A Wonderful Day 😊
She is always professional in every way, ensuring the patients are well informed about procedures and their purpose.
I was disappointed that the first 2/3rds of the appt was with a tech, rather than with the optometrist. This is the first time in my life that the optometrist didn’t conduct the entire appt and testing and Im not young and have yearly appts. The tech did not introduce herself and explain who she was and rhe process. Also, I was at the office for 2 hrs from the time of my appt to the time I left.
I had a wonderful visit...my 1st visit with Dr. Maples. I look forward to the next appt.!