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OPHTHALMOLOGIST
NO STITCH, NO PATCH, NO WORRIES
DR. WADE TUCKER, MD DR. KIPER NELSON, MD
Let Dr. Nelson and Dr. Tucker take the worries off of your mind! At Southern Vision Center, our board-certified, fellowship-trained ophthalmologists—both named to the panel of America’s Best Cataract Surgeons—use the
latest techniques and technology to restore your vision and treat glaucoma, often without the
need for daily eye drop therapy.
CALL TO SCHEDULE YOUR CONSULT TODAY!
Dr. Wade Tucker, M.D.
Dr. Wade Tucker, M.D. is an ophthalmologist, cataract, glaucoma and refractive surgeon dedicated to helping patients restore and enhance their vision. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University in New Orleans, where he also completed his ophthalmology residency, followed by advanced fellowship training in cataract, refractive and anterior segment surgery at Southern Eye Center.
Dr. Tucker specializes in advanced cataract and glaucoma surgery and refractive lens implants and LASIK. Dr. Tucker gets to know each of his patients and their specific visual needs to help him craft a customized plan designed to help them achieve their visual goals with the intention of enhancing their quality of life.
“I believe that good communication is the basis for a successful patient—
physician relationship built upon trust. I strive to provide each of my patients with the care I would want to receive,” explains Dr. Tucker.
Outside the office, Dr. Tucker enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and participating in outdoor activities.
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