Dr. Kristen Michelle Hawthorne M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2610 S IH 35 AUSTIN TX, 78704About
Dr. Kristen Hawthorne is an ophthalmologist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Hawthorne specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Hawthorne 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. Hawthorne 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.
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineDr. Kristen Michelle Hawthorne M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Kristen Michelle Hawthorne M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Differences Between Optometrists, Opticians, and Ophthalmologists
Safeguarding Your VisionWe are all dependent on our vision in more ways than we realize. Without a healthy vision, we would be unable to smoothly do a lot of things. Our vision enables us to properly work and recognize faces and objects.There are numerous factors that can affect our eyes, including...
- How to Get Rid of a Stye: 17 Home Remedies and Treatments
What is a stye?A stye occurs when a particular strain of bacteria affects the oil gland of the eyelid. It becomes infected and causes inflammation, redness, as well as pain on the eyelid and its surrounding tissues. A stye is an inflamed swelling or circumscribed abscess. It can be treated with...
- Signs and Symptoms of Conjunctivitis
There are many causes of conjunctivitis such as:...
- What is Blepharitis?
What is Blepharitis?Blepharitis is the inflammation of the eyelids, usually affecting both of the eyelids where eyelashes grow.The inflammation of the eyelids is often a chronic medical condition, which is very hard to treat. Blepharitis is a condition that does not affect vision. It is also not...
- How is Conjunctivitis Diagnosed?
Nowadays, many people self-diagnose and use alternative methods to cure themselves of illnesses. They research on the internet, looking for the right fit for the symptoms they are experiencing. They then look up the treatment options for the condition they believe they have, often opting for...
- What Is Bacterial Conjunctivitis?
What is bacterial conjunctivitis?Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the palpebral or bulbar part of the eye. There are many types and many causes of conjunctivitis. One common type is bacterial conjunctivitis, wherein bacteria that infect the eyes spread through direct contact with an infected...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Kyle Murphy Rhodes MDHowerton Eye Clinic, Pllc Austin TX 78704
- Dr. Richard Alan Berkowitz M.D.2610 S Ih 35 Austin TX 78704
- Dr. Scott Douglas Kelly M.D.2610 S IH 35 AUSTIN TX 78704
- Dr. Nadja Torres M.D.2610 S IH 35 AUSTIN TX 78704
- Dr. Ernest Edward Howerton MD2610 S 1h35 Austin TX 78704
- Dr. George G Lowell MD2610 S 1h35 Austin TX 78704