Dr. Nicolaas Deruyter

Dr. Avni Finn is a retina specialist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center with clinical and research interests focused on vitreoretinal diseases and surgery. She cares for patients with a wide range of retinal conditions and is committed to bringing advanced imaging and surgical innovation into everyday care. Dr. Finn’s work includes macular degeneration and other disorders that affect the retina’s structure and function. She has particular expertise in macular hole surgery and the use of intraoperative OCT imaging to guide delicate retinal procedures. Her research explores imaging-based biomarkers of retinal atrophy and scarring, along with retinal image analysis to improve decision-making and outcomes. She completed ophthalmology residency training at Massachusetts Eye and Ear/Harvard Medical School and a fellowship in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery at Duke Eye Center, and she also holds an MBA from the Tuck School of Business.

Dr. Samantha Feldman is a pediatric ophthalmologist who cares for children of all ages as well as adults with strabismus. She focuses on making visits comfortable and clear for families, explaining findings in plain language and partnering with parents on treatment plans that fit a child's daily life. In the exam room, she uses kid-friendly techniques to assess vision, eye alignment, and visual development, and offers both non-surgical and surgical options when appropriate. Dr. Feldman trained in ophthalmology at MedStar Georgetown/Washington Hospital Center and completed a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology at Vanderbilt, building strong experience in the full spectrum of pediatric conditions—from amblyopia and crossed eyes to pediatric cataracts and tear duct obstruction. She also treats adult eye misalignment and diplopia. Patients appreciate her calm, encouraging style and the time she spends answering questions so families leave knowing what to expect and how to support healthy vision at home and at school.

Dr. Jeffrey J. Mattingly is a cataract and glaucoma surgeon at Vanderbilt Eye Institute. He partners with patients to create practical, personalized plans--ranging from optimized drops and laser treatments to advanced cataract surgery and MIGS--to protect vision and maintain day-to-day independence. In the operating room, he offers traditional and laser-assisted cataract surgery with a range of intraocular lens options, and he performs laser and incisional procedures for glaucoma when indicated. Dr. Mattingly completed medical school and residency training before a glaucoma fellowship at the University of Miami's Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. Patients appreciate his clear explanations, attention to detail, and collaborative style. Whether evaluating a new glaucoma suspect, fine-tuning pressures after surgery, or planning cataract surgery to improve clarity, he focuses on outcomes that matter to patients and their families.