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Dr. Leiv Takle, MD

Ophthalmology*
4.8 (713)
Map Pin Small Griffin, GA
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Leiv Takle, MD

Dr. Leiv Takle, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Griffin, GA. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 22 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine and is affiliated with Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital. Dr. Takle, completed a residency at Emory University Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Takle an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Takle works at Takle Eye Group - Griffin - Parent in Griffin, GA. They frequently treat conditions like Cataract and Senile Cataracts 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. Takle's Office Locations

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    Takle Eye Group - Griffin - Parent
    646 S 8th St, Griffin, GA 30224 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (336) 645-8315
    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

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  • Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital

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Cataract
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Cataract Removal Surgery
Senile Cataracts
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Blindness
Corneal Diseases
Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Ectropion of Eyelid
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Eyelid Disorders
Glaucoma
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Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Lazy Eye
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Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Tear Duct Disorders
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Blepharoplasty
Eyelid Surgery
Glaucoma Surgery
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Autoimmune Diseases
Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
Bell's Palsy
Benign Tumor
Blocked Tear Duct
Cancer
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Cataract Surgery Complications
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Color Blindness
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Dacryoadenitis
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Eye Disease
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Endophthalmitis
Entropion
Esotropia
Exotropia
Eye Cancer
Eye Disease
Eye Injuries
Eyelid Growth
Eyelid Spasm
Farsightedness
Floaters
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Glaucoma - Iridogoniodysgenesia
Graves' Disease
Headache
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Herpetic Keratitis
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Iridocyclitis
Keratoconus
Laceration
Macular Hole
Macular or Retinal Edema
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Migraine
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Nearsightedness
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Night Blindness
Nystagmus
Ocular Hypertension
Optic Neuritis
Paralytic Strabismus
Parasitic Endophthalmitis
Pinguecula
Pterygium
Retina Diseases
Retinal Detachment
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Retinoschisis
Sarcoidosis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Skin Cancer
Strabismus
Stye
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Temporal Arteritis
Thyroid Disease
Trichiasis
Ulcer
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Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Vascular Disease
Vision Impairment
Vision Loss
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharorrhaphy
Contact Lens Exams
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Cornea Surgery
Dacryocystorhinostomy
Excision of Chalazion
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Procedure
Eye Surgery
Eye Test
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Eyeglasses
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Orbital Decompression and Orbitotomy
Pterygium Surgery
Reconstructive Eyelid Surgery
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Repair of Brow Ptosis and Blepharoptosis
Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Soft Contact Lenses
Tear Duct Surgery
Ultrasound
Vision Screening
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    4.8
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    Based on 713 ratings
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    4 Star
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    3 Star
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    2 Star
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    (7)
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    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 22 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1609807445
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Emory University Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Emory University Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Grady Memorial Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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    Dr. Leiv Takle, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Takle is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Takle works at Takle Eye Group - Griffin - Parent in Griffin, GA. View the full address on Dr. Takle’s profile.

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

    713 patients have reviewed Dr. Takle. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Takle.

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