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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.
She went through test results and what to watch for. Provided tips and asked thoughtful questiobns
August 23, 2025
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Explained everything and went through next steps and asked if I had questions
August 23, 2025
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I have never had reason to doubt Dr Kutchtey's knowledge, skill, & judgement, & have recommended her to others.
August 18, 2025
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I felt rushed. I don't think all of my concerns were addressed
August 18, 2025
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Dr Kuchtey is the best
August 14, 2025
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Dr Kuchtey and her fellows are the best! Very informative, thoughtful and professional.
August 14, 2025
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Dr Kuchte is the best. I have been to other doctors in Florida. I feel like I'm in good hands with her.
August 4, 2025
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Dr. Kuchtey is THE BEST. I trust her with the care of my eyes and eyesight completely!
July 28, 2025
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Extremely happy, pleased with the care and time I received.
July 15, 2025
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