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Dr. Joseph Allen Jr, MD

Dr. Joseph Allen Jr, MD

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Allen Jr, MD is an ophthalmologist in Boone, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Charles A. Cannon, JR. Memorial Hospital and Watauga Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

150 Market Hills Dr Boone, NC 28607
(828) 262-1554

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Allen Jr specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Allen Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Allen Jr

3.9

20 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
65%
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4 Star
10%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
25%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Diane Palumbo in Banner Elk – Oct 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Randall Mockerman in Wilkesboro, NC – Mar 02, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
V. Roten in Fleetwood, NC – Feb 14, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jeri A. in Fleetwood, NC – Jan 21, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
BH in Boone, NV – May 06, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michelle in Boone, NC – Apr 09, 2016
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Johns Island, SC – Jan 11, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
MD in Boone, NC – Dec 31, 2015
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biography

Dr. Joseph Allen Jr, MD is an ophthalmologist in Boone, NC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Charles A. Cannon,...read more

  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Watauga Eye Center PA150 Market Hills Dr Boone, NC 28607
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Charles A. Cannon, JR. Memorial Hospital

    434 Hospital Dr
    Linville, NC 28646

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    98%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    10% higher than the national average

    92%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Watauga Medical Center

    336 Deerfield Rd
    Boone, NC 28607
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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