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Dr. Christopher Covington, DO

Ophthalmology* Age 48
Dr. Christopher Covington, DO
4.8 (188 Ratings)
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Dr. Christopher Covington, DO is an Ophthalmologist in Wilmington, NC.
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Dr. Christopher Covington, DO

Ophthalmology* Age 48
Wilmington, NC
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
Dr. Christopher Covington, DO is an Ophthalmologist in Wilmington, NC.

About

Dr. Covington graduated from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005 and completed a residency at Detroit Osteopathic Ophthalmology Consortium Of Michigan State University.Dr. Christopher Covington, DO is an Ophthalmologist in Wilmington, NC and has 19 years experience. Dr. Covington currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and Novant Health Pender Medical Center. Dr. Covington has experience treating conditions like Accommodation Disorders, Presbyopia and Senile Cataracts among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Covington received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 188 times. Dr. Covington's office accepts new patients. Dr. Covington is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Accommodation Disorders
Presbyopia
Senile Cataracts
Accommodation Disorders
Presbyopia
Senile Cataracts
Accommodation Disorders
Presbyopia
Senile Cataracts
Cataract
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Chorioretinal Scars
Diabetic Cataracts
Disorder of Choroid
Cataract Removal Surgery
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Anisocoria
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Astigmatism
Bell's Palsy
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Chalazion
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Exophoria
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Floaters
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Glaucoma
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Heterophoria
Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Lazy Eye
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Migraine
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Ocular Hypertension
Pinguecula
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pterygium
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Strabismus
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Visual Field Defects
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Contact Lens Treatment
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Blepharitis
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Ulcer
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Ectropion of Eyelid
Esophoria
Exotropia
Farsightedness
Headache
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Herpetic Keratitis
Hypertensive Retinopathy
Iridocyclitis
Keratoconus
Macular Hole
Macular or Retinal Edema
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Nearsightedness
Optic Neuritis
Paralytic Strabismus
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Solar Retinopathy
Trichiasis
Uveitis
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Vitreous Hemorrhage
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cornea Surgery
Eye Examination
Eye Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Femtosecond Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Glaucoma Surgery
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
Laser Cataract Surgery
LASIK
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Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Ocular Prosthetics
Refractive Lens Exchange
Refractive Surgery
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy
Vitreoretinal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice Plus POS II
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Open Access Plus
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • National (BlueCard) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Wilmington Eye P.A.
    1729 New Hanover Medical Park Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (910) 763-3601
    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

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Covington
4.8
Based on 188 Reviews
5 Stars (174)
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3 Stars (4)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (5)

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Jun 07, 2024
Excellent staff, personable, focused and friendly. Busy place and did not feel like I was not important! Very impressed and highly recommend!
Deb — Jun 07, 2024
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery
Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    2005
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Genesys Regional Medical Center
    2006
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Detroit Osteopathic Ophthalmology Consortium Of Michigan State University
    2009
Residency Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Covington communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Covington offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Covington offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Covington have free onsite parking?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christopher Covington, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Covington's profile.

Dr. Covington frequently treats the following conditions: Accommodation Disorders, Presbyopia and Senile Cataracts. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Christopher Covington, DO is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and Novant Health Pender Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Covington, DO holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

    2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC

  • Novant Health Pender Medical Center

    507 E Fremont St, Burgaw, NC