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Dr. Kristin Carter, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 59
Dr. Kristin Carter, MD
4.4 (26 Ratings)
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Dr. Kristin Carter, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Tucson, AZ.
Dr. Kristin Carter, MD
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Dr. Kristin Carter, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 59
Tucson, AZ
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience
Dr. Kristin Carter, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Tucson, AZ.

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Dr. Carter graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1991 and completed a residency at University Fl.Dr. Kristin Carter, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Tucson, AZ and has 33 years experience. Dr. Carter currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Saint Joseph's Hospital. Dr. Carter has experience treating conditions like Eye Infections, Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Corneal Diseases among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Carter received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 26 times. Dr. Carter's office accepts new patients. Dr. Carter also speaks Spanish. Dr. Carter is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Eye Infections
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Corneal Diseases
Eye Infections
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Corneal Diseases
Blepharitis
Diplopia
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Drusen
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Keratitis
Pterygium
Squamous Blepharitis
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Senile Cataracts
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Astigmatism
Cataract
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Chalazion
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Ectropion of Eyelid
Entropion
Esophoria
Esotropia
Eyelid Disorders
Floaters
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Glaucoma
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Headache
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Herpetic Keratitis
Heterophoria
Hordeolum
Hypertropia
Hypotropia
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Lazy Eye
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Macular Hole
Ocular Hypertension
Paralytic Strabismus
Pinguecula
Strabismus
Stye
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Visual Field Defects
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Glaucoma Surgery
Pterygium Surgery
Tear Duct Surgery
Anisocoria
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Bell's Palsy
Cataract Surgery Complications
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Corneal Ulcer
Diabetic Eye Disease
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dry Eyes
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Exotropia
Eye Disease
Eye Injuries
Eye Trauma
Eyelid Spasm
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Iridocyclitis
Macular Degeneration
Miosis
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Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Serous Detachment Retina
Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
Uveitis
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Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Eye Examination
Eye Procedure
Eye Surgery
Eye Test
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
Glaucoma Treatment
Intraocular Lens Implant Surgery
Iridectomy
Iridotomy
Laser Surgery
Ultrasound
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy
Vitreoretinal Surgery
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna
  • Medical Mutual of Ohio
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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  • Humana
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  • Medicaid
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  • Coventry Health Care
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
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  • Curative PPO Plus
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  • Health Net of Arizona HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Kristin Carter MD Eye Care & Surgery
    1615 N Swan Rd, Tucson, AZ 85712
  2. 2 Catalina Surgery Center
    7508 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85741

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carter
4.4
Based on 26 Reviews
5 Stars (22)
4 Stars (0)
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1 Star (4)

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Aug 18, 2023
This was my second cataract surgery with this doctor for my other eye and the results on both eyes were great. She is very respectful, personable, and highly professional. I recommend this doctor very highly.
Joan Vernon — Aug 18, 2023
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About Me

Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Anterior Segment Ophthalmology
Anterior Segment Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Baylor College of Medicine
    1991
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Baylor College of Medicine & Affil Hosps
    1992
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Fl
    1996
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Jules Stein Eye Institute
    1997
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kristin Carter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Carter's profile.

Dr. Carter frequently treats the following conditions: Eye Infections, Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Corneal Diseases. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kristin Carter, MD is affiliated with Saint Joseph's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Kristin Carter, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Joseph's Hospital

    350 N Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ