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Dr. Thomas Whitaker, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 80
Dr. Thomas Whitaker, MD
2.3 (18 Ratings)
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Dr. Thomas Whitaker, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Myrtle Beach, SC.
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Dr. Thomas Whitaker, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 80
Myrtle Beach, SC
Accepting new patients
54 years of experience
Dr. Thomas Whitaker, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Myrtle Beach, SC.

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Dr. Whitaker graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1970 and completed a residency at Eye Fdn Hosp-U Ala.Dr. Thomas Whitaker, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Myrtle Beach, SC and has 54 years experience. Dr. Whitaker currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Grand Strand Medical Center. At present, Dr. Whitaker received an average rating of 2.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Whitaker's office accepts new patients. Dr. Whitaker is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Eastern Carolina Regional Eye Center
    900 Medical Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
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    08:00 - 17:00
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    08:00 - 17:00
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    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 12:00
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2.3
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1 Star (11)

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Jun 04, 2018
Dr. Whitaker treated my husband for glaucoma. He is an excellent doctor and truly cares about his patients. We are dismayed to hear that he has retired.
Linda Nolan in MYRTLE BEACH, SC — Jun 04, 2018
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Tennessee College of Medicine
    1970
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University Tenn-City Memphis Hospital
    1972
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Eye Fdn Hosp-U Ala
    1977
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Whitaker, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Whitaker's profile.

Dr. Thomas Whitaker, MD is affiliated with Grand Strand Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Whitaker, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Grand Strand Medical Center

    809 82nd Pkwy, Myrtle Beach, SC