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Lauren L. Harris, MD
University Eye Specialists
Ophthalmology: Ophthalmologist, Cornea Specialist
Knoxville, Maryville, Morristown
Most recent review: Sep 29, 2025
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4.9
597 Ratings
227 Comments
Dr. Lauren Harris, M.D. is a cornea specialist. When she started college she thought she might want to be a pilot; however, her love of medicine took over. She earned a degree in biomedical engineering with highest honors before going on to medical school. Toward the end of medical school, she realized ophthalmology would be a good fit for her as she has a penchant for small things.
4.9
597 Ratings
227 Comments
Dr. Lauren Harris, M.D. is a cornea specialist. When she started college she thought she might want to be a pilot; however, her love of medicine took over. She earned a degree in biomedical engineering with highest honors before going on to medical school. Toward the end of medical school, she realized ophthalmology would be a good fit for her as she has a penchant for small things.
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622 Smithview Drive
Maryville, TN 37803
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500 McFarland Street, Ste. A
Morristown, TN 37814
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140 Capital Drive
Knoxville, TN 37922
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1932 Alcoa Highway, Bldg. C
Ste. 255
Knoxville, TN 37920
Ste. 255
Knoxville, TN 37920
Dr. Lauren Harris, M.D. is a cornea specialist. When she started college she thought she might want to be a pilot; however, her love of medicine took over. She earned a degree in biomedical engineering with highest honors before going on to medical school. Toward the end of medical school, she realized ophthalmology would be a good fit for her as she has a penchant for small things.
Dr. Harris performs corneal transplants, cataract surgery, removal of pre-cancerous and cancerous growths as well as many other surgical procedures on the eye. Cornea transplants can be full or partial thickness and different surgical skills are required for each type. Dr. Harris also performs LASIK, another procedure in which she can restore sight and dramatically improve her patient’s vision. Additionally, she sees patients from the InterFaith Clinic and Knoxville Area Project Access, as being able to make a difference in the lives of those in need is a benefit of ophthalmology that she cherishes and holds dear to her heart.
Practicing amongst the breathtaking Smoky Mountains allows Dr. Lauren Harris to explore her passions outside of patient care. Having a proclivity towards staying active, in her free time, she enjoys hiking, running, water skiing, wake surfing, snowboarding, and traveling.
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Great office, very organized
Very kind and knowledgeable. Great bedside manner.
Staff is friendly and efficient but the wait was well over 2 hours
Dr. Harris is a very skilled, knowledgeable, and accomplished physician who communicates her recommendations and reasoning effectively. As a physician myself, she demonstrates the highest standards of the profession. I highly and without reservations recommend her as an ophthalmologist.
I truly appreciate Dr. Harris. She’s very thorough. She doesn’t make you feel like she’s doesn’t have time for you. I truly appreciate that Parris and her staff.
Very thorough, fully present, communicates clearly.
Always helpful in understanding my condition and the importance of medication and follow through if issues arise.
Very patient and caring. I really appreciate her efforts to do everything she can to help.
Always takes care of my eye needs. Top service from appointments to nurses to Dr. Harris.
Dr. Harris is the best in her field.