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Dr. Lewis Apter, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 83
Dr. Lewis Apter, MD
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Dr. Lewis Apter, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Largo, FL.
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Dr. Lewis Apter, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 83
Largo, FL
Accepting new patients
55 years of experience
Dr. Lewis Apter, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Largo, FL.

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Dr. Apter graduated from Med University of Geneve in 1969 and completed a residency at Augusta University Medical College of Georgia.Dr. Lewis Apter, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Largo, FL and has 55 years experience. Dr. Apter currently practices at Practice. At present, Dr. Apter received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Dr. Apter's office accepts new patients. Dr. Apter also speaks Spanish. Dr. Apter is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • Choice Plus POS II
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Locations

  1. 1 Lakeland Eye Clinic
    148 13th St SW, Largo, FL 33770
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (727) 581-8706
  2. 2 Office
    6133 Central Ave, Saint Petersburg, FL 33710
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    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
  3. 3 Eye Institute Optical L.L.C.
    1225 West Bay Dr, Largo, FL 33770
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (727) 581-8706
    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
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Oct 22, 2023
I have been going to Dr. Apter since moving to Pinellas County in 2016. I like him very much. He explains all procedures and will ask you if you have any questions. He listens to you and never rushes. He makes me feel comfortable.
Linda D. — Oct 22, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Med University of Geneve
    1969
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Jackson Memorial Hospital
    1970
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
    1973
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Yes, Dr. Lewis Apter, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.