I can't speak highly enough about Dr. Cross at the practice. However, it's still a business. It's a business that places value on profit over assisting patients. They call me three months out from an appointment that's been scheduled since September 2025 to tell me that Dr. Cross is scaling back to one day per week and they can't get me in until November 2026! They call three months out and move my annual appointment three more months. I mentioned that my contacts would run out and I would need some assistance with that - no comment or suggestions from the person on the phone. I took the appointment and told her that I would be looking at other options. All she said was sorry and good-bye. I am sure someone else will take my place and they will not lose any money. They will lose my money and I will not hesitate to tell anyone asking to avoid the practice. I don't blame the doctors but hold the practice responsible for a lack of true customer service or empathy. I am not angry or mad. I'm sad as the days of truly caring about patients is over.
About
The Eye Group- Kingston serves patients in Knoxville and the surrounding part of Tennessee from its office at 11124 Kingston Pike. Both exams and glasses are handled here — exam rooms and an optical shop share the same address. Listed services include glasses & frames, contact lenses, contact lens fitting and sports & safety eyewear. Insurance accepted includes VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision and Superior Vision (11 plans in total). 8 doctors are listed here, including Joseph Manning, OD, Daniela Avalos, OD and Lora Cretella, OD. The optical carries 36 frame brands. It is open 5 days a week. You can walk in without an appointment. Call (865) 966-2020 to confirm hours and coverage before you visit.
- Listing type
- Optical · Optometrist
- Address
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11124 Kingston Pike
Ste 127
Knoxville, TN 37934-2855
Get Directions - Phone
- (865) 966-2020
- Languages spoken
- English
- Walk-ins
- Accepted
Insurance accepted
Services offered
Services not listed are not offered at this location.
Frame brands carried
Brands on the floor as of the practice's last update. Stock varies — call for a specific model.
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Hours
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Currently closed. Times shown in America/New_York. Holiday hours may differ.
Doctors at this practice
Reviews on Google 703
I had a great experience with The Eye Group on Kingston Pike. I booked an appointment online (very easy process) and was treated very well during my appointment. Dr. Lamb was great, and the team who helped me select my frames was great! My glasses were ready for pickup in a timely manner, and I love them. Positive experience all around!
I have had a retina tear twice, which Dr. Amber found and sent me to an eye surgeon. Then I had problems with my right cataract from past surgery. Dr. Amber has guided me through it all. I am very grateful. Great team at The Eye Group.
I definitely recommend this place—100%! No, what am I saying? 1,000%! From the moment I arrived, the staff was incredibly attentive. The young man who assisted me helped me fill out all my forms from the moment I walked in until I was finished. The doctor was incredibly kind, and his assistant—what can I say?—they are truly wonderful people who helped me every step of the way, from the entrance until I was done. Thank you for your services. I definitely recommend them.
I had a very good experience with Dr. Lain. He took time to discuss my challenges and to review various options. I appreciate that he was professional and friendly, and that he made me feel very comfortable. There's nothing more that I could ask for.
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