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Eye Surgery Center of East Texas
Eye Surgery Center of East Texas
2448 E. Fifth Street
Tyler, TX,
Phone: (903) 535-3000
C. Jeffery Pennell, M.D., F.A.C.S., is a board-certified ophthalmologist at EyeCare Associates of East Texas, serving patients in Tyler, TX. He specializes in practices general ophthalmology emphasizing cataract surgery (small incision, advanced and laser-assisted) and refractive surgery (iLASIK and PRK).
Dr. Penell earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Baylor University. He attended medical school at Louisiana State University Medical Center, in Shreveport, LA and later interned there in the Department of Medicine, where he was given the award for excellence in the undergraduate study of ophthalmology. Dr. Pennell continued his training at the Scott and White Memorial Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology, completing his residency there.
Subsequent to residency, Dr. Pennell underwent specialized training and certification in laser refractive surgery, with a special interest in LASIK. Dr. Pennell served on the Board of Directors of the Smith County Medical Society for 6 years; serving as its President from 2010-2011. He has remained active in research by participating in multiple clinical trials in the area of cataract surgery and macular degeneration.
He enjoys spending time with his family, playing the guitar and fishing.
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2448 E. Fifth Street
Tyler, TX, 75701
At EyeCare Associates of East Texas, we take pride in providing the highest level of care and personalized attention to each of our patients in Tyler, TX. Please contact us to schedule a consultation.
