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Dr. Gary Foster, MD

Dr. Gary Foster, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Gary Foster, MD is an ophthalmologist in Fort Collins, CO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Utah in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Poudre Valley Hospital and Ivinson Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

1725 E Prospect Rd Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 221-2222

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Foster specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Foster's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Foster

4.2

31 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
13%
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Steve – Jan 02, 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
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Crickette P. – May 03, 2022
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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
Chris P. – Apr 30, 2022
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Jonathan W. – Apr 30, 2022
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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
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Anonymous A. – Apr 30, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Anonymous A. – Apr 30, 2022
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Disappointed in Loveland – Dec 08, 2021
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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
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Deborah G. – Dec 07, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Jaxine Barhite – Dec 08, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
David in Woodland Park – Feb 16, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
15 people found this helpful
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Ken Caufman in Loveland, CO – Apr 12, 2016
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Eye Health Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

Post-residency training in eye laser and refractive surgery Moran Eye Center, Residency in Ophthalmology University of Utah, Doctor of Medicine, Honors

biography

Post-residency training in eye laser and refractive surgery Moran Eye Center, Residency in Ophthalmology University of Utah, Doctor of Medicine, Honors

  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Of Utah

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Eye Center Optical of Northern Colorado LLC1725 E Prospect Rd Fort Collins, CO 80525
1

Practice

Eye Center of Northern Colorado P.C.6125 Sky Pond Dr Ste 160 Loveland, CO 80538
2
Eye Center of Northern Colorado Surgery Center3151 Precision Dr Fort Collins, CO 80528
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Poudre Valley Hospital

    1024 S Lemay Ave
    Fort Collins, CO 80524
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ivinson Memorial Hospital

    255 N 30th St
    Laramie, WY 82072

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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