Dr. Stephen Hamilton

4.7 ( 37 reviews )

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Ratings for Dr. Stephen Hamilton

5
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Dr. Stephen Hamilton has left an indelible mark of great memories in my mind that will last the rest of my life. He has transformed my life in a way I can hardly describe in words.I had an evaluation done by a different doctor only about 5 days earlier and was advised by the doctor to undergo a surgery and was told by the the doctor that I would have a 50% chance of success. I canceled my surgical appointment with the 1st doctor. I was lucky enough to come across Dr. S. Hamilton. I clearly saw a stark difference in every aspect of the initial evaluation processes between the two doctors on so many levels. I thank god for that. The surgical outcome was phenomenal. I have never had the slightest problem of any kind at all. I strongly recommend Dr S. Hamilton for anybody who is seriously concerned about his/her sight. He comes complete with wonderful groups of professionals and support staff at both his office and surgical facility. Go and experience it all yourself how amazing they are!

Submitted July 3, 2013

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I had ICL surgery in April with Dr. Hamilton. He is the absolute best! No pain, no discomfort, and he fixed my extremely myopic vision to nearly 20/20. The office staff has wonderful customer service also. I could not be more pleased with my results. Dr. Hamilton rocks!!

Submitted May 23, 2013

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Not sure the exact amount I paid, $25+eye exam. I would rate Staff a "5" if the horrific woman at the very end of the visit was not sssssoooo rude. The first woman was a little snappy, but we got along fine after a few minutes. I would rate punctuality a "5", except for the initial wait, but part of that is to be expected. The doctor and his staff are exceptionally nice and well versed. I had cataract surgery 21 years ago and have seen multiple doctors due to various moves, and this office's operation was as smooth as I have run across once you get behind the door. Dr. Hamilton even recommended one of his personal physicians after I described a problem I was having with a different specialist (I moved here 2 years ago). I would HIGHLY recommend this group, except for the woman at the end.

Submitted May 29, 2012

Patient's update
Thank you for all feedback, both the good and the bad. It helps to know where we are succeeding and where we need to do better. It is my wish that my compassion for you will be evident at your appointment from check-in to check-out. We have made some changes that I hope you will notice when we see you again.

Submitted Nov. 1, 2014

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Dr. Hamilton has been our doctor for several years and we are very satisfied with his attention to detail and over all ability to meet our needs. He may keep you waiting at times, but I appreciate the fact that when it is my turn, he will give me all the time we need. He listens to our concerns and has done an outstanding job of addressing our needs in a timely mannor.

Submitted Jan. 20, 2012

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Dr. Hamilton performed surgery on both of my eyes. Results were outstanding. Very thorough, good listener, with good follow-up.

Submitted July 28, 2011

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Although my husband and I haven't yet been seen by Dr. Hamilton, a friend of mine and VERY satisfied and APPRECIATIVE patient of Dr.Hamilton, recently had surgery and was treated for an extremely serious eye infection. As a result of Dr. Hamilton's superb and compassionate medical care, my friend said he saved her vision and her life!!! She said she wanted to thank him in some way; I vowed to follow-up with a complimentary call and a pledge to further recommend Dr. Hamilton to my thousands of airline co-workers and my husband's USAF fellow veterans (Tricare) The absolute attention to detail, compassionate bedside manner, and subordinate staff are important dynamics in any medical professional's career. Evidently, from a most grateful patient named Melissa, I am thoroughly convinced that Dr. Stephen Hamilton is exactly the ophthalmologist I will trust with my family's eye care. I will gladly spread the word about the good Doctor Stephen Hamilton and staff. Thank YOU! Gina Kibiloski

Submitted April 20, 2011

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Dr. Hamilton performed 2 cataract surgeries in late 2010 and used Crytalens replacement lens. The surgeries went very well and the aftercare was excellent. The staff at Eye Consultants is one of the best in my healthcare experience. Everyone is friendly and helpful. Dr. Hamilton was very calm, patient, and meticulous in his planning of my surgery and in the execution and follow-up. My vision is good at all distances and I believe it is still improving. I still have some follow-up visits and I am confident that my results will continue to be more than I ever expected.

Submitted April 7, 2011

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At 50 I found out that I had the early stages of cataracts. By age 54 I was nearly blind in the right eye and my left was also deteriorating fast. I thank the good Lord for sending me to Dr Hamilton for I now have perfect vision and I no longer need to wear glasses. Dr Hamilton is obviously a very gifted eye surgeon and also a very caring person. I highly recommend him.

Submitted Feb. 27, 2011

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great expeerience very happy with my surgery had a corneal transplant and can see 20 20 20 10 where i was legally blind in that eye

Submitted Feb. 22, 2011

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I was referred to Dr. Hamilton many years ago for a cornea eye disease. Two years ago it was determined that I had finally reached the point of needing cornea transplants. Dr. Hamilton replaced one eye and this one did so well that I was able to have the other eye done within a few months. I have done extremely well with no rejection. I cannot say enough about the expert skill of Dr. Hamilton. When you are having surgery on your eyes you want the best -- and that's what you get with Dr. Hamilton.

Submitted Feb. 1, 2011


Dr. Stephen Hamilton's Credentials

Accepting New Patients

Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients

Biography

Stephen M. Hamilton, M.D. is a member of the team at Surgical Eye Consultants of East Alabama. Dr. Hamilton is a graduate of Auburn University with a degree in chemical engineering. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), where he also completed his residency. Dr. Hamilton also completed an internship at Carraway Methodist Medical Center and a corneal and refractive surgery fellowship at Eye Consultants of Atlanta. Dr. Hamilton is board certified in ophthalmology, and specializes in refractive cataract surgery, corneal transplant surgery, and LASIK procedures. He is bringing 30 years of experience to Auburn from Atlanta where he specialized in the most complex anterior segment cases referred from all over the U.S. He has received various honors, including being Best Doctors in America (2002-2023) and Top Doctors in Atlanta (2018-2023). He has also received multiple recognitions from Vitals, including Patient's Choice Doctor, Most Compassionate Doctor, and Top 10 Doctor.

Education

  • Univ Of Al Sch Of Med, Birmingham Al 35294 (Grad. 1989)
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

Areas of Expertise

  • Macular Degeneration
  • Pterygium
  • Uveitis
  • Shingles
  • Glaucoma
  • Corneal Ulcer
  • Blepharitis
  • Cataracts

Insurance accepted by this Doctor

Other patients have successfully used these insurance providers, please call the Doctor's office to find out if your insurance plan is accepted.
Aetna
Anthem
Blue Cross / Blue Shield
Cigna
Coventry Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care
Healthcare Select
Humana
Kaiser-Permanente
Medicare
MultiPlan
UnitedHealthcare
Wellpoint