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Dr. Leah Laxson, MD

Dr. Leah Laxson, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Leah Laxson, MD is an ophthalmologist in Morgantown, WV and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Ohio State University in 1985. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital and St. Joseph's Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 5 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

1 Medical Center Dr Morgantown, WV 26506
(304) 598-4820

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Laxson 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. Laxson's Reviews

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About Me

biography

Dr. Leah Laxson, MD is an ophthalmologist in Morgantown, WV and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Ohio State University in 1985. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital and St. Joseph's Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Ohio St University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • Ohio St University

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Ohio St University

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • Ohio State University

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

West Virginia University Hospitals1 Medical Center Dr Morgantown, WV 26506
1

Practice

Office1 10 Amal Dr Bridgeport, WV 26330
2

Practice

St. Joseph's Hospital1 Amalia Dr Buckhannon, WV 26201
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Joseph's Hospital

    1 Amalia Dr
    Buckhannon, WV 26201

    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

    89%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital

    1 Medical Center Dr
    Morgantown, WV 26506
    Recipient of 14
    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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • United Hospital Center

    327 Medical Park Dr
    Bridgeport, WV 26330
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

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

    1% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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