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Dr. Neil Watkins, MD

Dr. Neil Watkins, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Neil Watkins, MD is an ophthalmologist in Gary, IN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from CORNELL UNIVERSITY / NEW YORK STATE STATUTORY COLLEGES in 1986. He is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals-Northlake Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

2318 W 5th Ave Gary, IN 46404
Telehealth available
(219) 885-0116

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Watkins specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. Watkins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Watkins

3.1

12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
42%
42%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
42%
42%

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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Traci Stratten – Jul 17, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Valparaiso, IN – Dec 09, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chester Ziemniak in Merrillville, IN – Nov 17, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
E in Wheatfield IN – Jan 04, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Neil Watkins, MD is an ophthalmologist in Gary, IN and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from CORNELL UNIVERSITY / NEW YORK STATE STATUTORY COLLEGES in 1986. He is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals-Northlake Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Cornell University / New York State Statutory Colleges

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

20 20 Eye Specialists PC2318 W 5th Ave Gary, IN 46404
1
Merrillville Eye Clinic Inc8518 Broadway Merrillville, IN 46410
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Methodist Hospitals-Northlake Campus

    600 Richard Gordon Hatcher Blvd
    Gary, IN 46402

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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