Gary Alfred Tanner, MD

Ophthalmology

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.9
Based on 647 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

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Overall Satisfaction
4.9
Based on 647 ratings
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August 30, 2025
Very grateful for the care Dr Tanner has provided me over the years
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August 29, 2025
Dr. Tanner is an excellent physician! the very best!!
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August 29, 2025
Good
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August 21, 2025
Always a great experience when visiting
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August 19, 2025
Great
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August 15, 2025
Dr Tanner is awesome
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August 15, 2025
Dr Tanner is outstanding Doctor! I have been seeing Dr. Tanner for many years. Ever visit has been excellent!
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August 13, 2025
Recommend Dr Tanner any time the opportunity arises!
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August 09, 2025
My service was excellent
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August 07, 2025
Dr. Tanner and staff was excellent during the entire appointment.
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August 06, 2025
Very professional and really listens!
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August 06, 2025
Dr. Tanner is excellent. He went over what had been done previously, ask me questions and explained everything.
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August 04, 2025
A visit with Dr. Tanner is Always nice.
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August 04, 2025
Very Good
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August 02, 2025
The very best EYE GUY around. Five stars plus
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August 02, 2025
An exception eye doctor who goes above and beyond, always.
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August 01, 2025
Dr Tanner is simply the best!
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July 27, 2025
The absolute best there is!!!!
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July 24, 2025
Dr. Tanner is a great doctor
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July 20, 2025
Great guy
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