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Rachel W. Kuchtey MD, PhD

Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Insurance Plans Accepted

Areas of Expertise

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

Conditions and Treatments

Location

Vanderbilt Eye Institute
2311 Pierce Avenue
Nashville, TN 37232

Services

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.
For me......no other but Dr. Kuchtey.
October 16, 2025
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All categories were excellent.
October 15, 2025
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Verry professional
September 28, 2025
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Excellent consultation. Given explanation of condition, discussed appropriate options and scheduled next procedure at this appointment
September 26, 2025
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Dr Kuchtey was very attentive and took the time to listen to my concerns and be reassuring. I appreciated her effort and professionalism.
September 24, 2025
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I was the only thing on the Doctor's mind. I am eternally grateful
September 22, 2025
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Great doc!
September 22, 2025
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The physician was AMAZING. She was extremely caring, knowledgeable, and professional. I was SO very pleased with my experience at the Vanderbilt Eye Institute
September 12, 2025
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Throughout the years, I have referred 2 whom are now her longtime patients. They believe and trust her also.
September 9, 2025
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