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Dr. Augustus Stern, MD

Dr. Augustus Stern, MD

Ophthalmology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Augustus Stern, MD is an ophthalmologist in Hagerstown, MD and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Johns Hopkins Hospital and Frederick Health Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

220 Champion Dr Ste 100 Hagerstown, MD 21740
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Stern specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Stern's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Stern

4.1

9 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Damaged Ex Patient – Sep 13, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
David – Jan 07, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Ronald a. Hutzel – Dec 03, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Frederick MD 10/11/2019 – Oct 12, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Alice Waltz – Jul 03, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Frederick, MD – Sep 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Myersville, MD – Nov 30, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
elise in Hagerstown, MD – Feb 12, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Augustus Stern, MD is an ophthalmologist in Hagerstown, MD and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Johns...read more
  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Maryland Vision Institute LLC220 Champion Dr Ste 100 Hagerstown, MD 21740
1

Practice

Chesapeake Eye Care & Laser Center LLC195 Thomas Johnson Dr Ste C Frederick, MD 21702
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans St
    Baltimore, MD 21287
    Recipient of 47
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • WellSpan Waynesboro Hospital

    501 E Main St
    Waynesboro, PA 17268

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Frederick Health Hospital

    400 W 7th St
    Frederick, MD 21701
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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