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Dr. Lewis Apter, MD

Dr. Lewis Apter, MD

Ophthalmology*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Lewis Apter, MD is an ophthalmologist in Largo, FL and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Med University of Geneve in 1969. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 5 Star Rating (13 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Apter specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Apter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Apter

5.0

13 ratings, 10 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Linda D – Feb 09, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sep 02, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
sharyn k kunkel – Jul 22, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ashley Ryan – Mar 18, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Pat H. – Mar 11, 2020
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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
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Cindy Hensley – Feb 29, 2020
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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
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Ed Lew – Feb 04, 2020
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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
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Jim Olliver – Nov 22, 2019
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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
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Diane Fair in St Petersburg, FL – Nov 15, 2019
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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
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Oct 25, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

The Eye Institute of West Florida delivers clinical excellence in every subspecialty field of ophthalmology with our fellowship trained physicians who utilize innovations, advanced medicines and latest techniques to deliver quality patient outcomes in a warm and friendly environment.

biography

Dr. Lewis Apter has been practicing general ophthalmologist for 36 years and has an equal number of years as a Pinellas County resident. He is a board certified ophthalmologist with extensive medical and surgical experience.

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  • Ophthalmology

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  • Faculte De Medecine

    Medical School
  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Residency Hospital, 1973
  • Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1970
  • Med University Of Geneve

    Medical School, 1969
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital

    1501 Pasadena Ave S
    South Pasadena, FL 33707
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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