MIchael DAVID Patterson's Online Review Report Card

I went to Michael Patterson for routine cataract surgery. When I returned for my first checkup, I had blurred vision and astigmatism. Patterson did a cursory exam (no dilation) and told me to come back in four weeks with no further explanation. I wasn’t comfortable with that so I went to another ophthalmologist who did a full exam and found I had macular edema from the surgery and immediately put me on steroid and NSAID eye drops four times per day for five weeks. My vision is better but still not good. Based on my experience it’s my impression that Patterson is more concerned with how fast he can move patients through his office than in providing quality care. There are many other ophthalmologists in the area so my advice is not to risk your vision with Michael Patterson. I don’t usually put much value on internet reviews but I did note that of all the ophthalmologists I researched (unfortunately, after the fact) Patterson has nearly no favorable comments. Do not roll the dice with your vision, avoid Michael Patterson.

I went to Michael Patterson for routine cataract surgery. When I returned for my first checkup, I had blurred vision and astigmatism. Patterson did a cursory exam (no dilation) and told me to come back in four weeks with no further explanation. I wasn’t comfortable with that so I went to another ophthalmologist who did a full exam and found I had macular edema from the surgery and immediately put me on steroid and NSAID eye drops four times per day for five weeks. My vision is better but still not good. Based on my experience it’s my impression that Patterson is more concerned with how fast he can move patients through his office than in providing quality care. There are many other ophthalmologists in the area so my advice is not to risk your vision with Michael Patterson. I don’t usually put much value on internet reviews but I did note that of all the ophthalmologists I researched (unfortunately, after the fact) Patterson has nearly no favorable comments.

I went to Michael Patterson for routine cataract surgery. When I returned for my first checkup, I had blurred vision and astigmatism. Patterson did a cursory exam (no dilation) and told me to come back in four weeks with no further explanation. I wasn’t comfortable with that so I went to another ophthalmologist who did a full exam and found I had macular edema from the surgery and immediately put ...

Rudest person I have ever met.This guy thinks he is special ! I would run away fast

Dr. Patterson caused great distress to my eyes and vision. He inserted Durysta in both eyes, the need of which 2 other Opthalmologist found was questionable, at best, and in one eye was placed wrongly. This caused a huge decrease in my visual acuity, severe photosensitivity, and much pain/discomfort in both eyes. Dr. Patterson did not appear to take my issues seriously. He eventually prescribed drops, that gave no relief. I went in (finally), had an exam w many tests and he said, “Your eyes look great, I do not see why you are having problems). I responded “They are all side effects to the Durysta!” His response was “You should be over them by now”. I immediately went to another Opthamologist, Dr. Hudson, in Cookeville, had more tests done, and she recommended Cataract surgery/flush out Durysta. Just to be sure, I went to Vanderbilt Eye Institute, more tests and Dr. Brown concurred w and referred me back to Dr. Hudson for surgery. DO NOT GO TO DR. MICHAEL PATTERSON!

Dr Patterson was friendly, competent, and knowledgeable. He gave me a thorough eye exam and updated my prescription. I look forward to seeing him again next year.

Brief but informative and professional

Very thorough exam and Dr Patterson took the time to explain everything in detail. Showed concern through close follow up.

The staff at this facility are excellent and are an excellent introduction to a caring, knowledgeable and obviously skilled physician. I have already recommended him and this center to friends. My husband's nervousness was greatly eased when they conducted several different types of eye exams, and then sat down and explained options in a way he could understand. After this, he was eager to get the surgery done, and is now ready for Round 2 on the other eye.