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Dr. James Dickson, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 72
Dr. James Dickson, MD
4.8 (17 Ratings)
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Dr. James Dickson, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 72
Columbia, SC
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46 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. James Dickson, MD works in Columbia, SC as an Ophthalmologist and has 46 years experience.

They are board certified in Ophthalmology and graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1978. Dr. Dickson has has worked on more claims relating to Floaters, Diplopia and Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Dickson has received an average rating of 4.8 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. They are affiliated with Prisma Health Richland Hospital. Their office is not accepting new patients at this time. Dr. Dickson practices at Practice in Columbia, SC.

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Locations

  1. 1 Eye Consultants LLC
    1410 Blanding St Ste 200, Columbia, SC 29201

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Mar 04, 2023
He is always a joy to visit. He is knowledgeable, friendly, and keeps my visual problems under control.
Linda Amick — Mar 04, 2023
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Ophthalmology
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Education

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Medical Education
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    1978
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  • Ophthalmology
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Dr. Dickson accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Curative as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Dickson accepts here.

Dr. Dickson frequently sees patients for Floaters, Diplopia and Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis).

Dr. Dickson has a star rating of 4.8/5 and has been reviewed 17 times.

Dr. Dickson is board certified in Ophthalmology.

Dr. Dickson has been practicing as an Ophthalmologist for 46 years.

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