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Dr. Richard Akers Jr, MD

Dr. Richard Akers Jr, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Akers Jr, MD is an ophthalmologist in Morganton, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Atrium Health Cleveland and Blue Ridge Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

335 E Parker Rd Morganton, NC 28655
(828) 433-6223

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Akers Jr specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
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Dr. Akers Jr' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Akers Jr

4.4

14 ratings
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Akers Jr, MD is an ophthalmologist in Morganton, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Atrium Health Cleveland and Blue Ridge Regional Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Surgery Ctr of Morganton Eye Physicians PA335 E Parker Rd Morganton, NC 28655
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Morganton Eye Physicians P.A.640 Oak St Forest City, NC 28043
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Practice

Morganton Eye Physicians P.A.40 E Medical Ct Marion, NC 28752
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Practice

Morganton Eye Physicians P.A.1622 E Marion St Shelby, NC 28150
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mission Hospital McDowell

    430 Rankin Dr
    Marion, NC 28752

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Blue Ridge Regional Hospital

    125 Hospital Dr
    Spruce Pine, NC 28777
    Recipient of 2
    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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Atrium Health Cleveland

    201 E Grover St
    Shelby, NC 28150
    Recipient of 9
    hospital 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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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