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Dr. Richard Edwin Akers, MD

  • Ophthalmology
  • Accepting new patients
  • 35 years of experience
  • Morganton Eye Physicians Pa And Surgery Center 335 E Parker Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
  • (828) 433-1000

Brief Intro

Dr. Akers graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine in 1990. He works in Morganton, NC and specializes in Ophthalmology. Dr. Akers is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Medical College Of Georgia

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine - 1990

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • Morganton Eye Physicians Pa And Surgery Center
  • 335 E Parker Rd, Morganton, NC 28655
  • Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Ophthalmology

Conditions Addressed

  • Macular Degeneration
  • Primary Angle-Closure Glaucoma
  • Acute Conjunctivitis
  • Glaucoma
  • Cataract
  • Keratitis
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Procedures Performed

  • Lasik Surgery

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • CHAMPVA
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Meritain Health
  • AARP
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
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