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Dr. Christopher Walton, MD

Ophthalmology*
4.3 (54)
Map Pin Small Mobile, AL
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Christopher Walton, MD

Dr. Christopher Walton, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Mobile, AL. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 23 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine and is affiliated with Springhill Medical Center. Dr. Walton, completed a residency at University of Mississippi Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Walton an average 4.3 star rating.

Dr. Walton works at Premier Medical Group West in Mobile, AL with other offices in Foley, AL. They frequently treat conditions like Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Walton's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Christopher Walton, MD
    3701 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36608 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 581-7484
  2. 2
    Dauphin West Surgery Center
    3701 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36608 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 341-3368
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  3. 3
    Premier Health Management Inc.
    1330 N Mckenzie St, Foley, AL 36535 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 943-1512
  4. 4
    Premier Medical Management Inc
    2880 Dauphin St, Mobile, AL 36606 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 473-1900
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Springhill Medical Center

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Drusen
Corneal Diseases
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Drusen
Corneal Diseases

Treatment frequency



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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Drusen
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Corneal Diseases
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Cataract
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Chronic Conjunctivitis
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Glaucoma
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Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Senile Cataracts
Tear Duct Disorders
Cataract Removal Surgery
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Accommodation Disorders
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anterior Scleritis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Benign Tumor
Blepharitis
Blind Hypertensive Eye
Blocked Tear Duct
Blurred Vision
Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Cloudy Cornea as Seen in Corneal Ulcer
Congenital Nystagmus
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dislocation of Lens
Entropion
Esotropia
Farsightedness
Floaters
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Foreign Body in Eye
Glaucoma Acquired Secondary to Intraocular Neoplasm
Headache
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Herpetic Keratitis
Hyphema
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Intraocular Hemorrhage
Iridocyclitis
Keratoconus
Macular Hole
Macular or Retinal Edema
Migraine
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Miosis
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Myopia, Type 6
Nearsightedness
Nystagmus
Ocular Hypertension
Optic Neuritis
Optic Papillitis
Paralytic Strabismus
Parasitic Endophthalmitis
Pinguecula
Posterior Scleritis
Presbyopia
Pterygium
Retina Diseases
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Sees Haloes Around Lights
Severe Myopia
Stye
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Trichiasis
Ulcer
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Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Visual Dysfunction
Visual Field Defects
Visual Field Loss
Visual Pathway and Hypothalamic Glioma
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Wrong Power Intraocular Lens
Adult Eye and Vision Examination
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Contact Lens Treatment
Cornea Surgery
Cornea Transplant
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Examination
Eye Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
LASIK
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Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Pterygium Surgery
Relaxing Corneal Incisions
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Ultrasound, Eye
Visian Impantable Collamer Lens (ICL)
Vision Screening
Vitreoretinal Surgery
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    4.3
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    Based on 54 ratings
    Patient Ratings (54)
    5 Star
    (43)
    4 Star
    (2)
    3 Star
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    2 Star
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    1 Star
    (9)
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    About Dr. Christopher Walton, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 23 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1568564722
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University Tex SW, Dallas|University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Mississippi Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Christopher Walton, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Walton is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Walton has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Walton has seen patients for Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Walton on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    54 patients have reviewed Dr. Walton. The overall rating for this provider is 4.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Walton.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Walton, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Walton appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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