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Dr. Mark Ivens, MD

Dr. Mark Ivens, MD

Ophthalmology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Ivens, MD is an ophthalmologist in Knoxville, TN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1978. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

4528 Chapman Hwy Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 579-3920

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ivens specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
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Dr. Ivens' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ivens

3.8
10 ratings, 5 with a written review
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My visit was for an eye infection, I’d never seen him before as I haven’t lived here very long. As I read the other reviews I’m thinking I must have seen his evil twin. My visit and exam was awful. His explanation of my ailment made no sense! I’m a retired RN so somewhat educated but I couldn’t understand his explanation. Maybe he was having a bad day, maybe he was hungover, whatever it was he just seemed clueless! I have decided I’ll see someone else in the future, I really didn’t trust him at all. He gave me a prescription for eyedrops and when I read the instructions, they were incomplete! Dosage but no timeframe! 1 drop 3x’s per day but for ? 5 days? 7 days? I had to call the pharmacy for verification, they told me the timeframe but it was not included in the original script! Clueless! And scary!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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RN/CN retired – Oct 11, 2019
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First time seeing Dr. Ivens but has treated family members for several years. Was very satified with his exam and opinion. Very professional and and took time to listen and answer my questions.
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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Feb 01, 2019
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Dr. Ivens has always explained everything he suggests or recommends as a treatment in detail.
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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Virginia Justice in Knoxville, TN – Jun 08, 2018
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I checked out Dr. Ivens and read all the reviews beforehand. The only drawback I saw was patients complaining about long waits. I decided to go with him because of his qualifications and expertise. I am now glad that I did! I had cataract surgery on both my eyes, and both were very successful! Of all my waiting time in the waiting room, twenty minutes was the longest on 'one' occasion. Most of the time, only five to ten minutes. I highly recommend Dr. Ivens, and now enjoy my 20/20 vision.
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
Helpful
Teresa Porter in Knoxville,TN – Feb 24, 2017
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Dr Ivens has been my doctor for a long time and I have always be extreamly sadisfied with him. sometimes the office wait has ee a little long but he is very busy. The whold office is very nice and friendly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Robert Norwood in Friendsville, TN – Mar 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Mark Ivens, MD is an ophthalmologist in Knoxville, TN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1978. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Tenn Center Health Sci

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Baptist Eye Surgeons PLLC4528 Chapman Hwy Knoxville, TN 37920
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  • 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
  • Directions

Practice

Office2020 Kay St Knoxville, TN 37920
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