Shanks Family Eye Care is committed to providing the highest quality of care to every patient we see. Your eye doctor takes pride in practicing optometry to the fullest scope possible and in doing so, is able to offer many comprehensive and premium services. The goal at Shanks Family Eye Care is not volume.
Instead we focus on quality eye care and healthcare. To achieve this, we invest a lot of time and energy into effectively communicating with each of our patients and working together with them to maximize their vision and their health. Shanks Family Eye Care invests heavily in innovative technology not only to aid in making more precise diagnoses, but also to enhance your experience as our patient.
Instead we focus on quality eye care and healthcare. To achieve this, we invest a lot of time and energy into effectively communicating with each of our patients and working together with them to maximize their vision and their health. Shanks Family Eye Care invests heavily in innovative technology not only to aid in making more precise diagnoses, but also to enhance your experience as our patient.
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Shanks Family Eyecare was started by Dr. Fred Shanks in 1998. The driving theme behind the practice is to provide quality, technologically advanced eye care for the entire family in a warm friendly environment. Dr. Shanks says "we are going to treat you like family each time you enter our office". Dr. Shanks sees patients of all ages.
Dr. Shanks, a native of Middle Tennessee, graduated from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis. He has extensive experience in family eye care seeing patients of all ages. Dr. Shanks' specialty is providing a warm patient-caring practice. He is a member of the American Optometric Association and is active in his church, Providence Baptist Fellowship.
Have you ever wondered how eye doctors are specially trained? As part of the healthcare team, your eye doctor wants you to feel comfortable in trusting your eye health care to them. An optometrist is a doctor who is licensed by the state they practice in to diagnose and treat a wide range of eye health related diseases and disorders.
Did you know that your eye doctor is often able to detect diseases simply by looking inside your eyes? Diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure and even heart disease often show signs in the eyes first. An eye exam is so much more than simply evaluating vision for glasses or contacts. Your eyes are windows into your overall health.
If you have been diagnosed with an eye disease or are at risk for one, you want to make sure you receive the best possible care to maximize your vision and health. Shanks Family Eye Care is proud to offer top quality comprehensive eye diseases treatment through the use of innovative technology and compassionate care.
Reviews (18)
Clarence Hight
May 17, 2021
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Jackson
Jan 08, 2021
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I was in the Nashville area on vacation about a month ago and stopped by this place because I had forgotten my contacts. I was expecting to just buy a couple of boxes and live with it but they very generously gave me weekly trial contacts at no charge. Everyone in there was so kind and they displayed Southern Hospitality as best as an eyewear store possibly could
Michelle Kelly
Dec 25, 2020
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I dont leave alot of reviews. But I had to for this Doctors office! The Dr. Was very nice, helpful, and educated. The office staff were very nice. I got contacts and glasses. This was my first time wearing contacts, and the lady who worked with me was very patient and and answered all my questions. Then for the frames I also had a very friendly lady help me find just the right pair. 5 stars!
M. S.
Jul 12, 2020
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The office is nice, the staff and doctor are very friendly and Dr. Shanks seems to be very experienced. I'm not giving 5 stars though because they didn't seem to listen very well. When I said I was actually more interested in glasses than contact lenses they ignored this by talking me into a contact lens exam and charging me 280% the normal price for some new contact lenses. More importantly however, after a very quick eye exam, my new lenses actually seem a little too weak. Also the glaucoma test was stressful because the OA was having difficulty with the tonometer.
Mark R.
Dec 10, 2019
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Mike Bishop
Aug 07, 2019
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Very pleased with how Dr Shanks took care of me. I've been a patient for years for annual exams, but this week I was in pain from an eye infection. Dr Shanks worked me in and made sure that I got immediate treatment. I felt like my infection was given his highest priority. I would recommend him to anyone..
Summer L.
Aug 27, 2018
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I scheduled a first appointment with Shanks Family Eye Care over the phone. I took special care to try and find out if the eye exam appointment would cost me anything. It turns out that the eye appointment doesn't cost anything, but it is common to have a $72 fitting fee- not covered by insurance- that was not mentioned to me. The woman who handles insurance was unwilling to take any responsibility for the misunderstanding.
I was asked to come a few minutes before my appointment and I showed up 10 minutes early. Fifteen minutes after the start of my appointment I went to the front desk and
I was asked to come a few minutes before my appointment and I showed up 10 minutes early. Fifteen minutes after the start of my appointment I went to the front desk and
H. R.
Mar 15, 2018
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Have been going to this eye doctor for as long as I can remember. Dr. Shanks is a good doctor and a good person. His office staff however is another story. They're usually rude, don't greet ya, and don't help you when you walk in.
I also recently had an experience when trying to make an appointment for some contact lens. I spoke with 2 different office assistants on the phone and they couldn't help me with what I was looking for and were obviously super uneducated. Told me that it was against the law for Dr. shanks to see me for a contact lens exam without having a yearly exam
I also recently had an experience when trying to make an appointment for some contact lens. I spoke with 2 different office assistants on the phone and they couldn't help me with what I was looking for and were obviously super uneducated. Told me that it was against the law for Dr. shanks to see me for a contact lens exam without having a yearly exam
Christi H.
Feb 02, 2018
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Brenna S.
Nov 22, 2017
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Katherine E.
Jul 21, 2017
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Tina Mayes
Jun 08, 2017
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I needed a new optometrist because I moved and I picked Shanks family eyecare because of their great reviews. I was not disappointed! Everyone on staff was friendly and professional. I did not have to wait more than 5 minutes, if that. Another reason I chose them was because they have the machine that takes pictures of your eyes instead of having to dilate them. Dr. Shanks was professional, clearly knew his stuff, and was warm and personable. Pam, who fitted me for my glasses, was a hoot to talk with. I’ve found my eye care home!!
Robert C.
May 13, 2017
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My visit with Shanks Family Eye care left me totally satisfied. Dr Shanks and his staff were friendly and did everything possible to make me feel comfortable and appreciated as a customer.
I was especially impressed with the level of care provided by Dr Shanks. The eye exam itself was the most pleasant I've ever had; and the doctor explained what he was doing and what he found each step of the way.
I would absolutely recommend this office to anyone.
I was especially impressed with the level of care provided by Dr Shanks. The eye exam itself was the most pleasant I've ever had; and the doctor explained what he was doing and what he found each step of the way.
I would absolutely recommend this office to anyone.
Alex B.
Oct 13, 2016
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Melissa Sindelar
Nov 22, 2013
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Sarah Barrett
Sep 16, 2013
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I am so thankful that I found Dr. Shanks! Going in I was nervous, I've never been to an eye doctor, but Dr. Shanks and his staff definitely made me feel at home and helped me every step of the way. I felt like I was being well taken care of, all of my questions were answered as expected! I will definitely remain a loyal customer for as long as they are among the world of eye care!
Reagan W.
Jul 04, 2012
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I highly recommend Shanks Family optical. I was able to get in the same day, which I know is not always possible. The office was nice and clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Dr Shanks was very professional and thorough and I was in my new contacts in no time. They even had a few specials going on and I was able to save a few bucks. I'll definitely be back and will recommend them to anyone who needs a new eye care professional. Thanks, I'll be back!
Shelly P.
Feb 22, 2012
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