Dr. William E Whitson MD, Ophthalmologist
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Dr. William E Whitson MD

Ophthalmologist

4/5(36)
901 E 86th St Indianapolis IN, 46240
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. William Whitson is an ophthalmologist practicing in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Whitson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Whitson can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Whitson can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.

Education and Training

Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1982

Medical College of Wisconsin 1982

Board Certification

OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO

Provider Details

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Dr. William E Whitson MD's Expert Contributions
  • How long do I have to wear sunglasses after Lasik?

    In my practice, sunglasses are advised to reduce glare and light sensitivity during the early post-operative period. They can be discontinued at any time. READ MORE

  • Are antibiotic eye drops safe?

    This is a very broad and generic question. The broad answer would be yes, but with many caveats. Allergic reaction to either the antibiotic or to the preservatives in the drops can present problems. Drops manufactured outside of stringent regulation of safety and efficacy guidelines may not be safe. Drops bought online could be counterfeit and dangerous. Caveat emptor. Get Outlook for AndroidREAD MORE

  • How do you remove a contact lens that won't come out?

    At an eye doctor's office. READ MORE

  • Will conjunctivitis go away by itself?

    It depends upon the underlying cause of the conjunctivitis. 1. Viral will generally run a 10-14 day course up and down, then resolve. Problem is that is is often very contagious and can cause Corneal scarring and decreased vision. 2. Bacterial may or may not resolve on its own. Can lead to a Corneal ulcer, scarring, loss of vision or even loss of the eye. 3. Allergic can be related to seasonal allergies, chronic environmental allergies of medication induced allergies. Preservatives in eye drops are a common cause. Bottom line: conjunctivitis diagnosis and treatment should be put in the hands of a competent eye physician. The consequences of non, or misappropriate, treatment can be devastating. Get Outlook for AndroidREAD MORE

  • When should I be concerned about eye pain?

    Depends upon the location, severity, frequency, any associated symptoms or findings, medical history and more. So, not a simple answer. See an eye doctor. Get Outlook for AndroidREAD MORE

Treatments

  • Cataracts
  • Diabetes
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Glaucoma
  • Type 2 Diabetes
  • Astigmatism
  • Presbyopia
  • Blepharitis
  • Farsightedness
  • Nearsightedness
  • Conjunctivitis
  • Dry Eye Syndrome

Dr. William E Whitson MD's Practice location

Practice At 901 E 86th St

901 E 86th St -
Indianapolis, IN 46240
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New patients: 317-844-5500, 317-208-2248, 317-573-5230
Fax: 317-573-4230

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Patient Experience with Dr. Whitson


4.0

Based on 36 reviews

Dr. William E Whitson MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 36 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Ophthalmologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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