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Dr. Gary Kocher, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 72
Dr. Gary Kocher, MD
4.3 (11 Ratings)
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Dr. Gary Kocher, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Columbia, SC.
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Dr. Gary Kocher, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 72
Columbia, SC
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience
Dr. Gary Kocher, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Columbia, SC.

About

Dr. Kocher graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine. Dr. Gary Kocher, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Columbia, SC and has 47 years experience. Dr. Kocher currently practices at Practice. At present, Dr. Kocher received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Kocher's office accepts new patients. Dr. Kocher is board certified in Ophthalmology.

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Friendly Staff

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Acute Endophthalmitis
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Acute Endophthalmitis
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Acute Endophthalmitis
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Chalazion
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Endophthalmitis
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Glaucoma
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Ocular Hypertension
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Purulent Endophthalmitis
Senile Cataracts
Stye
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Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cataract Removal Surgery
Eye Test
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening

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Locations

  1. 1 Sawyer Opticians
    1516 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29201
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4.3
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1 Star (2)

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Jun 28, 2017
Dr. Kocher was incredibly helpful and made me feel like my medical concerns were valid. Going to a MD was worth it. The wait was short, their glasses selection was large, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Would recommend, and I am definitely going back. His online prescence is smaller because he is a locally owned and operated small business, but don't let that deter you from his business.
Red Springs, NC — Jun 28, 2017
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • West Virginia University School of Medicine
    1978
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Med University Hospital SC
    1979
Internship
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Yes, Dr. Gary Kocher, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.