


Dr. Richard Briggs, MD
Dr. Richard Briggs, MD is an ophthalmologist in Austin, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin and Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas. He is accepting new patients.
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6801 Menchaca Rd Austin, TX 78745Compare with other Ophthalmologists
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Briggs Eye Clinic is led by a skilled ophthalmologist that is fully committed to bringing eye health to each and every patient.biography
Dr Briggs received both a BS in Medical Technology and a BA in Microbiology (with honors) from the University of Texas in Austin. He subsequently received his Medical Doctor degree from Texas Tech University in Lubbock. After receiving...read moreOphthalmology
Anterior Segment Ophthalmology
Anterior Segment Surgery
Cataract Surgery
Cornea & External Diseases
Ophthalmic Surgery
Ophthalmic Vitreous Surgery
Orbital Surgery
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Lubbock General Hosp-tex Tech
Internship Hospital, 1984Lubbock General Hospital Tex Tech
Internship Hospital, 1984Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1983University Of Texas
Undergraduate School, 1978University Of Texas / Austin Campus
Undergraduate School, 1976
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- Recipient of 7
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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 patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
77%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 11
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient 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 patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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Compare Dr. Briggs with our nearby Ophthalmologists at St. David's Medical Center.
Make an appointment at St. David's Medical Center today at
(512) 649-0896.