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Rachel W. Kuchtey MD, PhD

Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

Areas of Expertise

  • Cataract- Pediatric/Adults
  • Glaucoma
  • Glaucoma Suspect-High Pressure
  • Ophthalmology

Location

2311 Pierce Avenue
Nashville, TN 37232

Languages

  • Chinese
  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - West China University of Medical Sciences, 1991
  • Doctor of Philosophy - Cornell University, 1999
  • Internship - Brown University, 2000
  • Fellowship - Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 2001
  • Residency - Cleveland Clinic, 2004
  • Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic, 2005

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology - American Board of Ophthalmology, 2005

Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
Dr Kutchkey took extraordinsry pains to go over risks and process of cataract surgery
June 13, 2026
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Both Dr. Kuchtey and assistant Rhonda could not be better. Certainly adequate time was given in this visit, never felt rushed. Dr.Kuchtey explained her post-op exam in easy to understand terms. She gave results of tests done this visit, and provided recommendation for the next step for me to include me in decisions about my care. I am so Impressed with Dr. Kuchtey's knowledge, skills, and approach. I feel that she really cares about me. Assistant Rhonda was so professional and efficient too In the testing she did. Rhonda gave easy to follow Instructions, and I feel she also really cares about me. Best care from both!
June 5, 2026
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I have nothing but high accolades for all involved
June 2, 2026
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Throughout the many years I have been Dr. Kuchtey's patient, O have referred many family and friends. Two still remain her longtime patients as well.
May 28, 2026
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Dr Kuchtey is the best eye doctor to treat glaucoma! She has performed a variety of drops, procedures and surgeries to treat my difficult to manage glaucoma. She has been able to maintain my vision.
May 28, 2026
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I love the service. Everything helps to reduce my stress level regarding my vision loss. Thank you for that.
May 19, 2026
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Dr/ Kuchtey is my eye doctor. I have relied on her for a decade or more. She is excellent. Knowledgeable, attentive, compassionate. I have given her name to many friends.
May 15, 2026
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I have always felt I could trust Dr. Kutchey's judgement & skill as an opthalmologist.
May 13, 2026
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I would assign her an excellent comment if allowed
April 27, 2026
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