Meet Dr. Sarah Watkins, O.D., F.A.A.O., a dedicated and accomplished eye care professional whose commitment to patient well-being is evident in her comprehensive approach to optometry. Dr. Sarah can see patients several days weekly by appointment, ensuring personalized and unhurried care. Originally from Northwest Ohio, she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Zoology and Pre-Optometry from Ohio Wesleyan University.
Dr. Sarah furthered her education at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, where she concurrently earned her Doctor of Optometry and Master of Science in Vision Science. Her training included diverse clinical internships, ranging from various clinical services at Ohio State to primary care rotations at Family Eye Care Centers in Sandusky and Clyde, Ohio, and an ocular disease rotation at the Dayton, Ohio VA Medical Center. Dr. Sarah demonstrated her commitment to global eye care by participating in an eye care mission trip to Masaya, Nicaragua.
Following optometry school, Dr. Sarah completed a residency in Primary Care at Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN. Soon after, she achieved Fellowship status in the American Academy of Optometry. Since 2007, she has practiced in East Tennessee and became a valued Bount County Eye Center member in 2019.
Dr. Sarah holds licenses to practice full-scope general and medical optometry in Tennessee and Ohio. She is actively involved in professional organizations and is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians. Outside of her practice, Dr. Sarah enjoys spending time with her husband and two sons, engaging in activities like hiking and traveling. Her roles with the Knoxville Alumnae Association and the University of Tennessee chapter advisory board of her undergraduate sorority reflect her commitment to community involvement. Additionally, she plays the flute in her church orchestra and is a founding member and officer for The Ohio State University Alumni Club of Knoxville.
Dr. Sarah's passion for her profession is evident in her love for caring for patients of all ages. She finds joy in those "ah-ha" moments when people experience improved vision for the first time or gain a deeper understanding of their eye health. Choose Dr. Sarah Watkins for expert, compassionate, personalized eye care that prioritizes your vision and overall well-being.