Location
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Kenneth W. Olander is an ophthalmologist who sub-specializes in glaucoma. He joined University Eye Specialists in 1999 after completing his training in New Orleans and Milwaukee. Dr. Olander retired from full-time practice in 2015 but continues to see patients on a part-time basis through clinical trials.
His career includes extensive research, with participation in over 100 clinical trials involving pharmaceutical, surgical, and laser studies. He has authored 40 publications and three book chapters. Dr. Olander is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and has held various committee positions.
Dr. Olander is active in the community through the Lions Club and InterFaith Health Clinic, providing eye care to those in need. He earned his medical and doctorate degrees from Tulane University and pursued a glaucoma fellowship at LSU Health Sciences Center.
Training
Glaucoma
LSU Health Sciences Center and Ochsner Foundation Hospital
FellowshipInternship
Tulane Medical Center and Charity Hospital
ResidencyOphthalmology
LSU Health Sciences Center and Charity Hospital
Residency
PhD
Tulane University
Masters / PhD
MD
Tulane University School of Medicine
Medical School
BS
Springfield College
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
Member, Maryville Surgical Center Quality Improvement Committee
1999Maryville Surgical Center
Chairman, Blount Memorial Hospital Education Committee
1998Blount Memorial Hospital
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- TN
- License Numbers
- 029068
