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Dr. Matthew Lee Hartman

Ophthalmology – Cornea Specialist

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Dr. Matthew Hartman

Ophthalmology – Cornea Specialist

Franklin, TN

Areas of Expertise

Cataract Surgery
Premium Intraocular Lenses
Refractive Surgery
Corneal Transplantation (DSEK/DMEK)
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Astigmatism and Presbyopia Correction

About Me

Dr. Matthew Hartman, MD is a cataract, cornea, and external disease specialist who helps patients achieve clear, comfortable vision with individualized surgical planning. He performs cataract surgery with advanced lens technology to address astigmatism and presbyopia, provides refractive surgery options, and offers corneal transplantation (DSEK/DMEK) and ocular surface reconstruction. Patients appreciate his calm, collaborative style and clear explanations before and after surgery. Dr. Hartman graduated summa cum laude with a BA in Chemistry from Southern Adventist University and earned his MD at Loma Linda University, where he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha. He completed internship and ophthalmology residency at the University of Tennessee’s Hamilton Eye Institute, then a cornea and external disease fellowship at the University of Colorado in Denver. Originally from the Nashville area, he is proud to care for patients close to home while delivering modern, evidence-based treatments.

Training

  • Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery
    University of Colorado, Denver
    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology
    University of Tennessee, Hamilton Eye Institute
    Residency
  • Loma Linda University
    Medical Doctor (MD)
    Loma Linda University
    Medical School
  • BA, Chemistry
    Southern Adventist University
    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    TN
  • License Numbers:
    61205

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