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Dr. Kenneth Farr, MD

Dr. Kenneth Farr, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Kenneth Farr, MD is an ophthalmologist in Bluffton, SC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities HSHS St. John's Hospital and HSHS St. Mary's Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 337 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (337 reviews)

Practice

10 William Pope Dr Bluffton, SC 29909

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Farr

4.5
337 ratings, 11 with a written review
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3 star
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2 star
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Been going to Dr. Farr for years.This wonderful man is very kind and personable. You can trust him and feel at ease. Melissa is just as compassionate and dedicated to caring for all your needs Definitely would recommend him every time.
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
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Erica Glisson – Feb 22, 2025
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I had a great experience at my visit with Dr Farr. From start to finish his staff was friendly and knowledgeable. They answered all my questions and educated me on so many aspects of my eye health. The wait time was within the normal doctor visit wait time and rightfully so. They did not rush me and focused on my care. Dr Farr is by far one of the best eye doctors I have ever seen. I now have an understanding of what is going on with my vision and my options to manage it. Sometimes we are told things we don't want to hear about our health but this is one experience I am glad I had. I would recommend this doctor to anyone who wants to be in skilled expert hands. You should not put a price on your vision.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Mel – Sep 10, 2021
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The doctor was "ok" but I am now looking for a new doc...the negative experiences all the other's have talked about, I have had too. Rude office staff, prescriptions not being called in, glasses made poorly, poor customer service, pushing procedures that are not paid for by insurance and asking like it's an everyday cost. It felt like a used car lot...I even think my prescription was so rushed through it isn't correct. BEWARE and don't go there...I spoke to the doc about my experience and he said they were aware but nothing has been done.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 07, 2021
Good morning I would really like the chance to... Read More
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This review isn't about any specific individual/Doctor, I wasn't even permitted to see a Dr today. It is about the overall experience with Sun Gate Medical Group. This is my first time leaving a review for anything in my life – I wish I had more hands to give SunGate Medical Group FOUR Thumbs Down. Arrived slightly late for a 3pm appointment today (3:18pm) to be precise, and was turned away by an obnoxious, smug receptionist. God help me that I had a work call that ran long and couldn’t miss. Last week, they cancelled on me same day hours before the appointment, screwing up my entire schedule and wasting several hours of time. This is after, of course, filling out all their BS forms online to SAVE time when you arrive a their offices. And on top of that, a very close family member just spent ~$13,000 at their practice in the last month. Do yourselves a favor and find another provider – hard pass on these greedy clowns. Their actions speak for themselves, avoid at all costs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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RG – May 28, 2021
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Nothing went well. Patient BEWARE.. Overbooked, Long Waits, Pushing every eye products he makes commission on. Pushes UNNEEDED tests...Patient BEWARE...I would give 0 stars but not available
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Trisha – Jun 12, 2020
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A unbelievable genius that goes above and beyond. Took great care of me and my mother.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Mel – Feb 25, 2020
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1.5 hour wait for yesterday's appointment,scheduled 3 weeks ago and reconfirmed Dec. 6th, 2018.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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BEAUFORT, SC – Dec 08, 2018
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Tried to talk me into expensive unwanted appointments and elective surgery that ins won't cover, when I simply wanted a contact lens Rx. After I said no way I'd spend that much money they pressured me to to have the unwanted procedures by pushing a payment plan at me. Felt like, and told them, his priority seemed to be to make money, while my priority was to have affordable eye care. I got my contact lenses. Never going back. I'll find another doctor next time even if I have to drive further.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Carol Greene in HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC – Aug 09, 2018
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Remarkable experience with recent cataract/vision procedure. Dr. Farr and his staff are top notch. The procedure was painless and effortless. My "new" vision is near 20/20. I am totally satisfied. J. P. Dennis
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
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J. P. Dennis in Bluffton SC – May 13, 2017
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During the first visit, several tests, meds & procedures were ordered or highly recommended. The amount of further testing was frightening, esp. the push to do cataract surg asap. After the testing was done, I had an appointment to go over the results and firm up a plan. On the day of the appt, I was contacted to reschedule due to a tech calling in. I was anxious to hear the results but the office could not accommodate me - they suggested I come, wait & I might be seen. Not patient centered.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Craig B in Hilton Head Island, SC – Nov 13, 2016
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Excellent results, no issues, great not having to wear reading classes anymore!
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
10 others found this helpful
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Boston, MA – May 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

At SUNGATE CATARACT, LASIK AND VISION CENTER, we are staffed with two outstanding cataract and LASIK surgeons: Dr. Kenneth D. Farr and Dr. David ``Drew`` Hunter. They are both two of the leading cataract surgeons in the Lowcountry.  At SUNGATE,...read more

biography

Dr. Kenneth Farr is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He has maintained his private practices in the Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort and Pooler communities since 2001.  He graduated Cum Laude from the University of...read more
  • Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

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  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • Medical University Of South Carolina Medical Center|musc Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993
  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Sungate Medical Group LLC10 William Pope Dr Bluffton, SC 29909
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    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:00pm
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