Dr. Rex Yannis

OphthalmologyOculofacial Surgeon
Chattanooga, TN
(423) 508-7337
Accepts Medicare

Location

7268 Jarnigan Rd, Suite 200
Chattanooga, TN 37421

Areas of Expertise

Orbital Surgery
Lacrimal Surgery
Eyebrow Surgery
Forehead Surgery
Autologous Fat Transfer
Laser Surgery
Facial Rejuvenation Surgery
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About Me

Rex A. Yannis, MD, is a supervising physician specializing in Ophthalmic Plastic and Facial Cosmetic Surgery at the Center for Facial Rejuvenation in Chattanooga, Tennessee. With over 35 years of experience, Dr. Yannis focuses on surgical and procedural care for the delicate tissues around the eyes and face.

He treats conditions affecting the eyelids, tear ducts, and eye sockets, and performs procedures to rejuvenate the eyebrows, forehead, and other facial areas. His expertise also includes advanced laser treatments, light-based technologies, and autologous fat transfer to restore facial volume. Dr. Yannis brings a wealth of knowledge from his prior role as an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of California, Irvine, where he taught Oculoplastic and Facial Reconstructive Surgery. He now dedicates his practice exclusively to surgical and procedural care, helping patients achieve their aesthetic and functional goals through precise, customized techniques.

Training

  • Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

    1989

    University of Texas in Houston

    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology - Chief Resident

    1988

    University of Texas at Galveston

    Residency
  • Doctor of Medicine

    1983

    University of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School
  • University of Texas at Austin

    B.A. in Biochemistry

    1979

    UT Austin

    Undergraduate

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
CA, TN
License Numbers
C42705, MD-48141