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Dr. Brian Atkins, OD
- Experience
- 24 years
- Speaks
- English
Overview
Dr. Brian Atkins earned a Bachelor of Science in microbiology at the University of Florida and his Doctor of Optometry at Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry in the class of 2002. He is a member of the Florida Optometric Association and the American Optometric Association, and practises at the Southwest Archer Road office in Gainesville.
More than two decades in the same college town gives him a patient list that runs from students in for their first proper examination to the families who have been coming to him since he qualified. The long record is what gives his exams their edge: a prescription drift or a change at the optic nerve means something very different when the earlier measurements are sitting in the same file.
A visit covers sight and prescription at distance and near, eye teaming and focusing, the lids, tear film and cornea, eye pressure, and a full retinal and optic nerve examination with imaging. He fits glasses and contact lenses, treats dry eye, allergy, infection and injury, runs annual diabetic retinal checks, and follows glaucoma and macular change on a schedule. He also prepares and follows patients through cataract and laser vision surgery.
In his spare time he takes holidays with the family, watches college football, plays golf and does woodworking in the garage.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- 352-376-6622
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism
- Presbyopia
- Dry eye
- Glaucoma and raised eye pressure
- Cataract
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Age-related macular degeneration
- Eye infections, allergy and styes
Procedures Performed
- Comprehensive eye examination
- Contact lens fitting and follow-up
- Dilated retinal examination
- Eye pressure testing for glaucoma
- Visual field testing
- Retinal imaging and OCT scans
- Foreign body removal and red eye treatment
- Pre-operative and post-operative cataract and LASIK care
Credentials
Professional Memberships
- Florida Optometric Association
- American Optometric Association
Education & Training
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Other Degree
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
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Medical School2002
Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry
Doctor of Optometry (OD)
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Insurance & Fees
Self-pay patients are welcome.
Vision and medical insurance networks differ by office, plan and year. Call the office with your plan details before the visit to confirm the exam, the contact lens fitting and any medical eye care are covered.
Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.
Location
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an eye exam with Dr. Atkins?
Call the Gainesville office in Gainesville, Florida on 352-376-6622 to book an eye exam or a contact lens appointment. Ask for the first available slot with Dr. Atkins by name, say whether the visit is a routine exam, a contact lens fitting or an eye problem, and have your vision or medical plan details to hand so cover can be checked before you arrive.
What should I bring to my first visit with Dr. Atkins?
Bring photo ID and your vision and medical insurance cards, your current glasses and the boxes or prescription for your contact lenses, a list of every medicine and eye drop you use, and any previous eye records or retinal scans. Mention diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disease or a family history of glaucoma, because these change what gets examined. Your pupils may be dilated, which leaves vision blurry and light sensitive for a few hours, so bring sunglasses and plan for someone else to drive if you are unsure.
What does Dr. Brian Atkins specialize in?
Dr. Brian Atkins practices Comprehensive Eye Exams, Contact Lenses, Diabetic Eye Care, Ocular Disease and Optometry and has 24 years of experience. Focus areas include Comprehensive eye exams for adults and children, Glasses and contact lens prescriptions, Screening and monitoring for eye disease, Diabetic eye exams and Red eye and eye injury visits.
Where does Dr. Brian Atkins practice?
Dr. Brian Atkins sees patients at Gainesville, 3968 SW Archer Rd W101, Gainesville, FL 32608.
Is Dr. Brian Atkins accepting new patients?
Yes. Dr. Brian Atkins is accepting new patients.
What languages does Dr. Brian Atkins speak?
Dr. Brian Atkins speaks English.
Where did Dr. Brian Atkins train?
Dr. Brian Atkins studied medicine at Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry.
About This Profile
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