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Dr. James Loden, MD

Dr. James Loden, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Loden, MD is an ophthalmologist in Paris, TN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities TriStar Skyline Medical Center and Henry County Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 130 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (130 reviews)

Practice

1024 Kelley Dr Paris, TN 38242

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Loden 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 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Loden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Loden

4.8
130 ratings, 62 with a written review
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LASIK eye surgery
I would very much like to say thank you to Dr. Loden. Today is my day after surgery checkup and having the ability to see like this for the first time in 15 plus years is unbelievable. The procedure went extremely smoothly and was over and done within less than 5 minutes. Dr. Loden was very responsive and reassuring while performing the procedure, and I am very grateful to him and all of his staff helping me to finally have the ability to see without the aid of prescription glasses or contacts. Thank you!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Liam Mullen – Oct 19, 2024
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Impressed with the professionalism
Doctor Loden and his surgical staff worked with the grace of a dance team, in perfect sync. I can't wait to get my second eye's cataract surgery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Oct 05, 2024
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Perfect LASIK Procedure
Absolute 10-10 experience. The procedure itself took less than two hours from walking in the door to walking out. The team took phenomenal care of me the whole way, the procedure was entirely pain-free, and I already have 20-20 vision just 6.5 hours after the surgery! If you’re on the fence, DO IT!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Sep 07, 2024
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Great environment, great team.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Bobby clift – Mar 02, 2024
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Best experience ever!
Dr. Loden and his staff are kind, patient, and inviting. It was the best thing I did for myself! Wearing glasses for so long and now seeing 20 20 or better this was an amazing experience. So glad I did it.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Tara Steffen – Feb 24, 2024
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Why Choose Loden Vision?
20/15 both eyes the day after surgery!!! I couldn’t be happier with the LASIK that Dr. Loden and his wonderful team were able to provide. As a fellow eye surgeon my vision means everything to me, so I had to go to the best. If you are ever debating where to get your eye surgery done then go where the doctors go! No better person to trust my eyes with than Dr. Loden!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 09, 2023
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I was there for cataract surgery. The Center's practice is organized to efficiently process numerous clients but they try hard to also provide, and reasonably succeed, in offering, personalized service.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Aug 16, 2023
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Very quick and easy
Friendly staffing and professional.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Jul 22, 2023
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Total trust!!
I have to admit I was pretty frightened for the blade cataract surgery however, within two days it’s become awesome. I can’t wait for the next surgery in two weeks.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Melissa Stephens – Jul 21, 2023
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A little long. Was there almost 3 hours
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Loden – Jul 20, 2023
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An outstanding physician and a very good person.
Dr. Loden has great expertise, deep experience, and absolute trustworthiness. My case happened to be difficult but that simply didn't trouble him. He stayed the course, executed his treatment plan flawlessly, and in the end everything turned very well just the way he said it would. I can say the very same for everyone on his team as well. When you need eye care, Loden Vision is the place to come.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Stephen Walker – Feb 24, 2023
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Over the moon with thankfulness!
I can’t believe how well I can now see without glasses! This is the first time in my life that I’m driving without glasses. The care and attention to my eye detail and precision where hands down- top notch! Thank you for removing my cataracts Dr. Loden and Team!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Adele Holloway – Dec 05, 2022
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Staff was amazing beginning to end. Procedure went flawlessly. So glad to ditch contacts and glasses. I was a bit apprehensive, but everyone at Loren made me feel at ease.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ehrin – Jan 16, 2022
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I was looking to have cataract surgery on my left eye and Dr. Loden was recommended by a friend. I was very impressed with how his office was run with very little wait time and very friendly employees. My cataract surgery results were incredibly good. I couldn’t be happier with the results after just one day with more improvement coming. I had a multifocal lens put in and both my reading vision and my distance vision are outstanding. Based on my experience, I can highly recommend Loden Vision Centers to anyone looking for eyecare. It was the best experience that I’ve had with a doctor and surgery in 40 years. I can’t thank them enough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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John M Goddard – Nov 19, 2021
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So I recently saw Dr. Loden for my annual eye exam owing to a rather complicated eye injury dating back to age fourteen. I’ve known Dr. Loden since age 10. In all honesty its because both you and your father have provided me with the finest ophthalmological care one can find anywhere in the southeast part of this country! Not only has both he and his deceased father helped to preserve my vision, but Dr. Loden has also improved my eyesight. This I cherish very highly considering the type of devastating eye injury I incurred at age 14! His office staff are very polite, and exceedingly professional. His ophthalmic tech “Chase” is beyond thorough with his incredible attention to both detail with updating one’s EMR to performing refraction. Dr. Loden and staff are second to none! This is from both my clinician standpoint to a patient viewpoint. Dr. Loden is the one and no one else besides he takes care of me and my family. George Shwab IV, MSN, FNP-BC
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
1 other person found this helpful
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George Shwab IV, MSN, FNP, MSN, FNP-BC – Sep 01, 2021
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Loden vision has been a dream. For 40 years I have had glasses or contacts. This morning for the first time I woke up and could see the world!! Everyone has been amazing through the entire process. They have been so nice and so accommodating with all my questions and concerns. I would recommend Loden Vision to anyone anytime. I should have done this 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 07, 2021
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The entire process was more than I expected! I was nervous when first going in about the surgery because of not knowing what to expect, but they were very informative and helped me to understand the entire process and what to expect. Every visit went quicker than expected, but I never felt rushed through. The day of the surgery I was very nervous, but the staff and doctor explained everything that was going to happen just before it happened. I was there for about two hours (as they had previously explained), but the actual LASIK only took about 15 minutes. On the way home, I felt a little discomfort (left eye felt dry and right eye felt like something was in it), but went home and took a nap as instructed and was good to go! I followed the post op instructions and didn’t feel anymore discomfort. The next day, my vision was great (a little “foggy”, but that was expected). I was so impressed by everything, I immediately text my friend who has been looking into having it done to recommend
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Zee Crawford – Feb 13, 2021
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I had cataract surgery with laser on both eyes. I am 69 and I think this is a life changing event! I am seeing things I didn’t even realize I couldn’t see! Thank you Dr. Loden and staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Brenda Paul – Feb 11, 2021
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After many years of wanting to get LASIK, I decided to go for it and I couldn't be happier. The procedure was super easy, the staff was friendly and professional. Just 24 hours later I had perfect vision. I highly recommend Dr. Loden and his team!
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
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Meg – Feb 06, 2021
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My overall experience was that I was very comfortable. Took in consideration everything I was saying and asking. Great customer service.
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
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Jan 27, 2021
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About Me

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care philosophy

I take pride in offering my patients the highest quality and most personalized patient care, with the experience and reputation they can trust, along with the highest quality service. I have performed over 100,000 vision correction surgeries over...read more

biography

Dr. Loden is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology. As a board-certified ophthalmologist and a fellowship-trained LASIK and cataracts specialist, Dr. Loden is also a member...read more
  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

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  • Cornea Consultants Of Indiana

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997
  • University Of Tennessee

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • University Of Tennessee, Opthalmology Residency

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • University Of Tennessee

    Internship Hospital, 1993
  • University Of Tennessee

    Medical School, 1992
  • David Lipscomb College

    Undergraduate School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Loden Vision Center of Paris PLC.1024 Kelley Dr Paris, TN 38242
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 12:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
Office2501 21st Ave S Nashville, TN 37212
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Office520 Rivergate Pkwy Goodlettsville, TN 37072
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Henry County Medical Center

    301 Tyson Ave
    Paris, TN 38242

    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

    86%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • TriStar Skyline Medical Center

    3441 Dickerson Pike
    Nashville, TN 37207
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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