Gary Alfred Tanner, MD

Ophthalmology

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.9
Based on 648 ratings
Gary Alfred Tanner, MD

About Gary Alfred Tanner, MD

Dr. Gary Tanner has served patients in the Tidewater area since 1993 when his military service brought him to Virginia. Raised in Arkansas, he graduated with honors from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 1986. After an internship in San Diego, he became a Naval Flight Surgeon. He enjoyed his service to the Marine Air Groups in North Carolina prior to returning to San Diego to complete a residency in Comprehensive Ophthalmology in 1993. He served as Chairman of the Ophthalmology Departments at Camp Lejeune, NC and the Naval Regional Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA prior to his retirement from the Navy in 2006 with numerous honors.

Dr. Tanner, a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology, specializes in the latest techniques in cataract and oculoplastic surgery. In addition, he has extensive training and experience in the care of glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and dry eyes, as well as comprehensive eye care.

Dr. Tanner practices at Hampton Roads Eye Associates’ Oyster Point location.

Education

Medical: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Residency: Naval Medical Center San Diego
Internship: Naval Medical Center San Diego

Board Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology

Locations

Hampton Roads Eye Associates Oyster Point

11800 Rock Landing Drive, Newport News, VA 23606

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Ratings & Reviews

Riverside Health is committed to exceptional quality, safety and service. All ratings and comments are obtained from patient survey data collected and verified by Press Ganey, an independent organization focused on improving patient experience. Star ratings are displayed for those physicians who participate in Riverside’s patient experience survey program through Press Ganey and have received a minimum of 30 surveys responses.

Overall Satisfaction
4.9
Based on 648 ratings
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May 31, 2026
Dr. Tanner even later called me at home when he wanted to slightly alter the treatment plan.
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May 29, 2026
Have always had a good experience except the eye drops!
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May 26, 2026
Very pleased with my visits!
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May 22, 2026
Dr Tanner is simply the finest doctor.
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May 22, 2026
Dr. Tanner is exceptional; a rare combination of technical expertise, pragmatism, genuine concern for a patient's well-being, first-rate communication skills, and compassion. Riverside is fortunate to have him!
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May 17, 2026
Communication during this visit was much improved over other visits. In the past it sometimes felt like we were part of a herd of cattle.
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May 16, 2026
Dr Tanner and his staff are very efficient in every way.
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May 16, 2026
Have recommended several people who needed a good eye doctor to make an appointment with Dr Tanner
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May 15, 2026
The provider was very professional and helpful
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May 14, 2026
I was well pleased and they instilled me with great confidence regarding the positive outcome of what I required.
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May 13, 2026
I appreciate this Doctor
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May 10, 2026
The doctor's brusque demeanor creates a negative image.
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May 09, 2026
Dr. Tanner is the best and a very caring person. I feel very comfortable with him and trusting him wholeheartedly.
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May 07, 2026
I feel they are all top notch when it comes to their practice and the size of the practice says it all. Patients come from quite a distance for their eye care because you want the very best !
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May 07, 2026
Dr.Tanner was very thorough and explained things well. Highly recommend him to others
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April 29, 2026
I am encouraged by my first visit that the staff will always take good care of me.
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April 28, 2026
Already have recommended Tanner to a friend and he has an appointment
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April 23, 2026
Dr Tanner is awesome. He tells it like it is and ensures you know exactly the problem and how I or he needs to do to correct the problem. He's very professional and has a great personality. One of my favorite doctors! Thank you, Dr Tanner!
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April 23, 2026
Appreciate that the doctor had already reviewed my chart and test results prior to the appt. As such, I didn't have to go through a history explanation.
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April 23, 2026
I have been a patient of this practice for many years. Dr Tanner and his staff give the best optometrist professional help. I have recommended the practice to my family and friends.
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