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Dr. John Boatwright, MD

Ophthalmology*
4.0 (21)
Map Pin Small Charleston, SC
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience

Overview of Dr. John Boatwright, MD

Dr. John Boatwright, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Charleston, SC. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 39 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine and is affiliated with Roper Hospital. Dr. Boatwright, completed a residency at Atlanta Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Patients rated Dr. Boatwright an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Boatwright works at Carolina Eyecare Physicians in Charleston, SC. They frequently treat conditions like Tear Duct Disorders, Dry Eyes and Lacrimal Gland Disorder 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. Boatwright's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Carolina Eyecare Physicians - West Ashley I
    2060 Charlie Hall Blvd Ste 201, Charleston, SC 29414 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (843) 722-2010
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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  • Roper Hospital

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Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
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Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
B-Scan Ultrasound
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Ultrasound
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    About Dr. John Boatwright, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 39 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1285657908
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Scottish Rite Children's Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Atlanta Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
    Residency
    Internship
    • Georgia Baptist Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Virginia School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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    Dr. John Boatwright, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Boatwright is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Boatwright works at Carolina Eyecare Physicians in Charleston, SC. View the full address on Dr. Boatwright’s profile.

    Dr. Boatwright has seen patients for Tear Duct Disorders, Dry Eyes and Lacrimal Gland Disorder, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Boatwright on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    21 patients have reviewed Dr. Boatwright. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Boatwright.

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