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Dr. Douglas Lavenburg, MD

Dr. Douglas Lavenburg, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Douglas Lavenburg, MD is an ophthalmologist in Elkton, MD and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northeastern Oh Univs College of Med|University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Union Hospital of Cecil County and Christiana Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 258 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (258 reviews)

Practice

103 Chesapeake Blvd Ste C Elkton, MD 21921

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Lavenburg's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lavenburg

4.7
258 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
84%
84%
4 star
9%
9%
3 star
2%
2%
2 star
1%
1%
1 star
4%
4%

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Good caring doctors
I see Dr Bristow. I left another practice to come here many years ago. Turn over is low and there is a professional air. I have seen the staff help one another on multiple occasions. It's a nice place to go. I had an emergent issue, I didn't know this at the time. I called late on a Saturday night, left a message, was called back timely. Dr Lavenburg opened the office just for me the following Sunday morning. My issue was exactly what he thought it was over the phone. I was followed up with very closely over the following week to be sure I was healing appropriately. I felt well taken care of. I have recommended this practice to many and they like it as much as I do.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Myslinski – Jul 04, 2022
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Not set up for handicap they get upset due to wheelchair makes you feel even more sad due to disability
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 23, 2021
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I am very upset. I had eye examine with Kathy Bristow at Elkton Maryland Office . My eye prescription was too strong. I was re-examined and prescribed A weaker prescription. I had originally ordered progressive lenses and my new prescription is for Bifocals. I was never told that Progressive lenses may present a problem for me . I was never told of a time frame for a warranty. I ask for a refund of the difference between progressive lenses and bifocals. I was repeatedly told I could not get a refund and there were no action of complaint, I could take.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Betty – Apr 23, 2021
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Great-smart guy; and gives you honest and straight forward information about your condition. Highly Recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Don Dittmar – Aug 31, 2020
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Dr, Lavenburg is extremely knowledgeable. He has taken excellent care of me and my brother for many years. I have recommended him to at least 6 different friends, all of whom have chosen him for their eye doctor of choice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
M.L. Burke – Apr 16, 2020
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care philosophy

We have been delivering ``Excellence in Eye and Skin Care`` one patient at a time for over 20 years.
  • Ophthalmology

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  • Temple University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1992
  • Northeastern Oh Univs College Of Med|university Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey

    Medical School, 1985
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Locations

Practice

Douglas J. Lavenburg MD PA103 Chesapeake Blvd Ste C Elkton, MD 21921
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Practice

Associates In Eye Care LLC5305 Limestone Rd Ste 201 Wilmington, DE 19808
2

Practice

Office1 Centurian Dr Ste 114 Newark, DE 19713
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Christiana Hospital

    4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd
    Newark, DE 19718
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Union Hospital of Cecil County

    106 Bow St
    Elkton, MD 21921
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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