Dr. Carl Awh, MD

Ophthalmology*•Male•Age 65

Ophthalmology*

Dr. Carl Awh, MD is an ophthalmologist in Nashville, TN. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as TriStar Centennial Medical Center and Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Carl Awh, MD

Tennessee Retina, PC

345 23rd Ave N Ste 350 Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 983-6000

Accepting new patients

(615) 983-6000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Awh specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Awh's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Awh

4.8
19 ratings, 9 with a written review
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Excellenrt!
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What could be improved
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Johnnie Godwin – Nov 07, 2023
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Great
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No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Joy Kirgan – May 29, 2023
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Dr. Awh is an excellent retina specialist. He takes the time to answer all my questions at every visit. I've seen 4 retinal specialists from VA to TX to FL to Nashville. He is the most professional and caring of them all.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Marlene Howlett – Sep 11, 2020
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I am so happy that Dr. Awh was my doctor. I had an epi retinal membrane that he repaired. From the minute he walked in the exam room I knew he was the doctor for me. No need for a second opinion in my mind. He explained the procedure in great detail to me and my husband. My surgery was in 2017 and went great. I have had follow up visits and Dr. Awh has treated me the same way as he did when I first met him. Caring and compassionate. I worked for Ophthalmologists in Florida for years. I know a good doctor when I see one. Dr. Awh is the best !! Highly recommend
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Jan 13, 2020
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Dr. Awh is an excellent eye surgeon. In addition to his technical skills, he is excellent in building trust from his patients. He explains everything well and encourages his patients to ask any questions they may have. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing retinal surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mike Curl in Nashville, TN – Jul 28, 2018
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I have been under Dr. Awh's care for 20+ years. Absolutely the best eye specialist out there. I am a Type 1 diabetic. He saved my vision over 20 years ago and continues to monitor and advise me. He's so patient, caring, professional, and he seems more like a family member than my doctor. I am so glad our paths crossed years ago.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Gayla in Pulaski – Apr 19, 2018
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Dr. Awh has been wonderful - Personable care and interest in patients. Practice is very busy environment, staff helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Elizabeth Regina Harris in formally Lebanon TN – Jan 24, 2018
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Very professional, personable, knowledgeable, attentive, not rushed,
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Franklin, TN – Sep 15, 2017
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Great experience. Friendly and very professional. I had an issue on Tuesday. They got me on Wednesday.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Diane in Pleasant View TN – Nov 02, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Carl Awh (pronounced "Oh") is an internationally recognized clinician, surgeon, and educator. He completed a fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery and Research at the Duke University Eye Center with Dr. Robert Machemer, the "father of modern...read more

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Duke University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Georgetown University Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine

    Medical School

  • Massachusetts Institute Of Technology

    Undergraduate School

  • Medstar-georgetown University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Tennessee Retina, PC

Nashville-Main Office345 23rd Ave N Ste 350 Nashville, TN 37203
1

Tennessee Retina, PC

Franklin100 Covey Dr Ste 107 Franklin, TN 37067
2
Columbia1050 N James M Campbell Blvd Ste 100 Columbia, TN 38401
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • TriStar Centennial Medical Center

    2300 Patterson St
    Nashville, TN 37203
    Recipient of 60
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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  • Blount Memorial Hospital

    907 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy
    Maryville, TN 37804

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville

    900 Hospital Dr
    Madisonville, KY 42431

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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