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Dr. Deborah DiStefano, MD - Board Certified Ophthalmologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Dr. Deborah DiStefano, MD

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Chattanooga, Tennessee
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1932172558· License: 14067 (TN) verify
Medical school: Medical College Of Wisconsin · Graduated 1976(~50 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2025): $631 across 29 payments (what this means)
3.89(29 ratings)

In Dr. Deborah DiStefano's own words

How Dr. Deborah DiStefano describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Specialization

  • Specializes in cataract surgery.

Training & credentials

  • Dr. Distefano has over 30 years experience in cornea surgery
  • Dr. Distefano has performed thousands of successful LASIK surgery procedures.

Cost & consultation

  • Lasik consultations offered by the practice are free.

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About

Dr. Deborah DiStefano is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist practicing in Chattanooga, Tennessee. She is Harvard-educated and recognized as a '60 Minutes' Best Doctor in America. With over 30 years of experience in cornea surgery, Dr. DiStefano has performed thousands of successful LASIK procedures. She specializes in LASIK and cataract surgery, also providing general ophthalmological care. Dr. DiStefano emphasizes that regular, yearly eye checkups help catch changes early, allowing patients to maintain their best vision all year long. For those considering vision correction, the practice offers free LASIK consultations to determine suitability. She notes that LASIK can improve vision, helping patients see colors more crisply and enjoy activities clearly.

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SpecialtiesProceduresAverage CostReviewsIndustry PaymentsInsuranceLocationAffiliationsEducationFAQ

Specialties

  • Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. Deborah DiStefano, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Bellafill

$2,600

1 patient report · 2018

About typicalTypical nationally: $1,000–$4,500 (median $3,000, 21 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Deborah DiStefano

Sourced directly from Dr. Deborah DiStefano's social posts and replies.

Is Dr. DiStefano's practice associated with a medspa?
Yes, the practice is associated with a medspa, referred to as 'the spa' and identified by #distefanomedspa, offering additional aesthetic services.
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What is the contact number for the associated medspa?
The phone number for the associated medspa ('the spa') is (423) 664-4494.
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What are some of the lifestyle benefits of LASIK?
LASIK can enable clear vision, allowing patients to enjoy activities like hay rides, pumpkin patches, and corn mazes, and see colors more crisply.
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From Dr. Deborah DiStefano's Instagram

@distefanoeyecenter →

Recent photos posted by @distefanoeyecenter, Dr. Deborah DiStefano's own Instagram account. Each image opens the original post on Instagram.

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Technologies & brands Dr. Deborah DiStefano mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Deborah DiStefano's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

VisionLASIK · 10

Patient Experience

Dr. Deborah DiStefano Review Summary

3.68
Dr. DiStefano has a mix of reviews. While her profile shows a 5.0 rating, this seems to be based on only one review. Looking at other sources, she averages closer to a 3.5 out of 5, with scores ranging from 2.8 on Yelp to 4.3 on WebMD. It's worth checking out the different review platforms to get a well-rounded picture.

Ratings from Other Platforms

health.usnews.com

4 out of 5

Based on 68 reviews

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doctor.webmd.com

4.3 out of 5

Based on 24 reviews

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m.yelp.com

2.8 out of 5

Based on 12 reviews

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Google Reviews

3.5 out of 5

Based on 11 reviews

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Dr. Deborah DiStefano, MD - Board Certified Ophthalmologist in Chattanooga, Tennessee

DiStefano's Medical Spa

7305 Jarnigan Rd #100, Chattanooga, Tennessee

(423) 648-3937

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$631

Payments

29

Compared to peers

Modest

Dr. Deborah DiStefano received $631 across 29 payments in 2025. That is higher than about 57% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (423) 648-3937

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Location & Contact Information

DiStefano's Medical Spa

7305 Jarnigan Rd #100

Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421

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Office Information

Phone: (423) 648-3937

Where does Dr. Deborah DiStefano practice?

Doctor's Office

DiStefano's Medical Spa (Primary)

7305 Jarnigan Rd #100, Chattanooga, Tennessee 37421

(1 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

The Medical College Of Wisconsin In Milwaukee
Mcw
Harvard-educated

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Deborah DiStefano online?
The provided information doesn't confirm whether online appointment booking is available. It's best to contact the office directly at (423) 648-3937 or check their website. Appointments for the main practice can be scheduled by calling (423) 648-3937. LASIK evaluations can also be scheduled by calling the practice to determine suitability.
Does Dr. Deborah DiStefano offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't specify whether Dr. DiStefano offers telehealth services. Contacting the office directly is recommended for clarification.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Deborah DiStefano?
Patients who left reviews described their experience with Dr. DiStefano and her staff as "amazing."
What areas of care does Dr. Deborah DiStefano cater to?
Dr. DiStefano specializes in ophthalmology, with a focus on LASIK and cataract procedures. She also provides general ophthalmological care. Dr. DiStefano emphasizes the importance of regular, yearly eye checkups for the early detection of changes and maintaining optimal vision all year long.