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Dr. Larry Ferdinand Jr, MD

Dr. Larry Ferdinand Jr, MD

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Larry Ferdinand Jr, MD is an ophthalmologist in Gainesville, FL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Howard University College of Medicine in 2007. He is affiliated with medical facilities UF Health Shands Hospital and Ochsner Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

UF Health Eye Center - The Oaks

6201 W Newberry Rd Gainesville, FL 32605
(352) 265-2020

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ferdinand Jr specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Ferdinand Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ferdinand Jr

3.7

12 ratings, 5 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
  • 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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Elizabeth Scott – Aug 14, 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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Lynda – Jun 03, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Randy D – Oct 23, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Oct 17, 2018
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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
14 people found this helpful
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Jane D in Pascagoula, MS – Sep 22, 2016
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About Me

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care philosophy

My name is Dr Larry and I'm a board-certified ophthalmologist who has been practicing comprehensive ophthalmology for twelve years. I graduated cum laude from Xavier University of Louisiana with a major in biology pre-med in 2001. I went on to...read more

biography

My name is Dr. Larry and I'm a board-certified ophthalmologist who has been practicing comprehensive ophthalmology for twelve years. I graduated cum laude from Xavier University of Louisiana with a major in biology pre-med in 2001. I went on to...read more

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Howard University

    Residency Hospital

  • Howard University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2011

  • Howard University|howard University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2011

  • Howard University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2007

  • Xavier University Of Louisiana

    Undergraduate School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

UF Health Eye Center - The Oaks

UF Health Eye Center - The Oaks6201 W Newberry Rd Gainesville, FL 32605
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UF Health Shands Hospital

    1600 SW Archer Rd
    Gainesville, FL 32610
    Recipient of 18
    hospital awards

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

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
    Recipient of 6
    hospital 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

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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