Gary Alfred Tanner, MD

Ophthalmology

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.9
Based on 638 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 638 ratings
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July 31, 2026
Doctor Tanner is fantastic. I look forward to seeing him.
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July 30, 2026
Excellent in every way
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July 29, 2026
Dr. Tanner always nice and concerned. I really like him.
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July 29, 2026
Always a good experience with Hampton Roads Eye Associates
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July 24, 2026
Dr Tanner explains everything in layman's terms.
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July 24, 2026
Dr Tanner was excellent. Explained things thoroughly
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July 22, 2026
Good
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July 17, 2026
Very detailed explanation related to exam with clear instructions on continued eye care plan.
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July 16, 2026
Good
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July 15, 2026
Dr. Tanner was thorough. He explained what I needed and how he would go about to correct it. I couldn't ask for anything better.
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July 10, 2026
I have been cared for by Dr. Tanner for decades, and he has always been great!
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July 08, 2026
Excellent care! Communicated very well, addressed all concerns and encoraged me. I am so glad I am now one of his patients.
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July 08, 2026
Easy to talk to. Very professional.
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July 08, 2026
Very good doctor. Have used his services for many years and glad I have him as a eye doctor.
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July 04, 2026
Only one Dr Tanner. Any way to get more like him?
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July 03, 2026
Excellent physician who balances professionalism with charm.
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July 02, 2026
It is tempting to not tell others how great Dr Tanner is, but I tell them anyway even though it makes appointments harder to schedule due to his popularity.
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June 28, 2026
Dr. Tanner is an excellent doctor and gives excellent care and uses his time efficiently.[...]
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June 24, 2026
Dr Tanner is Da Bomb!!!!!
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June 20, 2026
Dr Tanner is one of the most outstanding doctors I have ever seen (and I am 68 and have seen quite a few). Outstanding both in ability and interaction with the customer.
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