Dr. Timothy D. McGarity, MD
- Experience
- 23 years
- Speaks
- English
Overview
Dr. Timothy D. McGarity is a board-certified ophthalmologist and the owner of Restoration Eye Care, with offices in Columbia and other mid-Missouri communities including Osage Beach. A native of Honolulu, Hawaii, and the son of a United States Air Force pilot, he has served patients in mid-Missouri as an ophthalmologist since the early 2000s.
He earned his medical degree at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, completed an internal medicine internship there and trained in ophthalmology at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he later taught as an assistant professor of clinical ophthalmology.
Dr. McGarity focuses on advanced technology cataract surgery, lens implants and LASIK, and his practice reports thousands of LASIK procedures. He also provides comprehensive eye care, YAG laser treatment after cataract surgery and glaucoma care.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- (573) 441-7070
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Cataracts
- Astigmatism
- Nearsightedness and farsightedness
- Presbyopia
- Posterior capsule opacification
- Dislocated intraocular lens
Procedures Performed
- Cataract surgery (phacoemulsification)
- Toric, multifocal and extended depth of focus lens implants
- Laser-assisted cataract surgery
- LASIK
- PRK
- Refractive lens exchange
- YAG laser capsulotomy
- Intraocular lens exchange
Credentials
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Board certification
Ophthalmology
American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology (Fellow)
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Education & Training
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Medical School2002
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine
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Internship2002 to 2003
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Internal medicine
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Residency2003 to 2006
University of Missouri-Columbia
Ophthalmology
Insurance & Fees
Insurance networks differ by office and plan. Call the office to confirm that your plan is accepted before your visit.
Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.
Location
Restoration Eye Care
Primary office
1410 Forum Katy Parkway Suite 100Columbia, MO 65203 Get directions
Hospital Affiliations
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Boone Hospital Center
Admitting privileges, Columbia, MO
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Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital
Affiliated hospital, Columbia, MO
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Timothy D. McGarity?
Call Restoration Eye Care at (573) 441-7070 to book or to ask about availability. New patients may be asked for a referral and recent eye records, and you should confirm insurance coverage when you call.
What should I bring to my first visit with Dr. Timothy D. McGarity?
Bring your photo ID and insurance card, a list of your medicines and eye drops, your current glasses or contact lenses, and any previous eye test results or imaging. Your eyes may be dilated, so plan for a driver if needed.
What does Dr. Timothy D. McGarity specialize in?
Dr. Timothy D. McGarity practices Cataract & Refractive Surgery and Ophthalmology and has 23 years of experience. Focus areas include Refractive cataract surgery, Premium and toric lens implants, Laser vision correction and Astigmatism correction.
Where does Dr. Timothy D. McGarity practice?
Dr. Timothy D. McGarity sees patients at Restoration Eye Care, 1410 Forum Katy Parkway Suite 100, Columbia, MO 65203. There is 1 more office location listed on this page.
What languages does Dr. Timothy D. McGarity speak?
Dr. Timothy D. McGarity speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Timothy D. McGarity affiliated with?
Dr. Timothy D. McGarity is affiliated with Boone Hospital Center and Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital.
Where did Dr. Timothy D. McGarity train?
Dr. Timothy D. McGarity studied medicine at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed residency at University of Missouri-Columbia.
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