Dr. Rachel Sobel
Location
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Rachel K. Sobel is an Associate Professor and board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in oculoplastics and orbital diseases at Vanderbilt Health. She focuses on conditions affecting the eyelids and eye sockets, such as droopy eyelids, plugged tear ducts, swollen eyelids, baggy eyelids, blocked tearing systems, bulging eyes, eyelid lesions, orbital tumors, and thyroid eye disease. Dr. Sobel provides comprehensive care including cosmetic procedures, oculoplastic surgery, and orbital surgery to address both functional and aesthetic concerns.
With a fellowship from the University of Iowa Healthcare and residency at Wills Eye Hospital, Dr. Sobel brings advanced training to her practice. She is known for her thorough explanations, attentive listening, and professional demeanor, as reflected in patient comments that praise her excellent chairside manner and detailed treatment discussions. Patients can expect personalized care tailored to their specific needs, whether for medical or cosmetic eye-related issues.
Training
University of Iowa Healthcare
Fellowship
Thomas Jefferson University
Residency
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- IA, PA, TN
- License Numbers
- 39420, MT191375, 53450


