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Lora Cretella, O.D.

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Meet Dr. Lora Cretella (Knoxville, TN)

Lora Cretella, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from the University of Houston, graduating in 2019. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from North Carolina State University, completing her undergraduate studies in 2015. After earning her optometry degree, Dr. Cretella pursued a residency at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Spokane, Washington, where she gained invaluable experience in comprehensive eye care.

Originally from Wartburg, Tennessee, Dr. Cretella’s love for science and fascination with the complexities of the eye inspired her to become an optometrist. She enjoys working alongside a dedicated team, all focused on the shared goal of helping patients. For Dr. Cretella, the collaborative environment and the opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives are what she finds most rewarding about her profession.


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Find The Eye Group - Kingston Pike in Knoxville, TN

Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

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- Nov. 20, 2025
I’ve been seeing Dr. Lain for dry eye treatment and I can’t say enough about how grateful I am f... or his care. He takes time to explain every option and uses the most effective, up to date treatments to actually improve the condition, not just manage it. My eyes feel better than they have in years. We’re incredibly lucky to have a doctor like him here in Knoxville.
- Oct. 29, 2025
Recently moved to Farragut, TN and needed to find a dry eye specialist. Dr. Lain, at The Eye Group, ... was knowledgeable and very helpful. He definitely will be my optometrist and dry eye specialist.

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