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Dr. Frank Cotter, MD

Ophthalmology*
4.3 (15)
Map Pin Small Galax, VA
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Frank Cotter, MD

Dr. Frank Cotter, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Galax, VA. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery, Lewisgale Medical Center and Centra Lynchburg General Hospital. Dr. Cotter, completed a residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Cotter an average 4.3 star rating.

Dr. Cotter works at Vistar Eye Center- Satellite Office in Galax, VA with other offices in Roanoke, VA. They frequently treat conditions like Glaucoma along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst 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. Cotter's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Blue Ridge Eye Care Associates
    1102 E Stuart Dr, Galax, VA 24333 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (540) 855-5100
  2. 2
    Douglass D Fear MD
    707 S Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24016 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (540) 344-4000

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  • Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery
  • Lewisgale Medical Center
  • Centra Lynchburg General Hospital

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    About Dr. Frank Cotter, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1932101037
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University VA|Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Walter Reed Army Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Letterman Army Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Georgetown University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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    Frequently Asked Questions

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

    Dr. Cotter accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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

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

    15 patients have reviewed Dr. Cotter. 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. Cotter.

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