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Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 66
Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD
4.9 (348 Ratings)
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Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 66
Asheville, NC
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience
Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Asheville, NC.
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Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Asheville, NC and has 40 years experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE in 1984 and completed a residency at Fell-Baylor.They currently practice at Asheville Eye Associates and are affiliated with Mission Hospital. Dr. Wiggins Jr has experience treating conditions like Diplopia, Strabismus and Visual Field Defects among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Wiggins Jr received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 348 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Wiggins Jr also speaks Spanish. Dr. Wiggins Jr is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Asheville Eye Associates
    8 Medical Park Dr, Asheville, NC 28803
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    Monday
    08:00 - 13:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 13:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 13:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 13:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 13:00

Experience and Background Check

Diplopia
Strabismus
Visual Field Defects
Diplopia
Strabismus
Visual Field Defects
Diplopia
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Strabismus
Visual Field Defects
Esotropia
Hypertropia
Hypotropia
Nearsightedness
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Astigmatism
Exotropia
Farsightedness
Heterophoria
Paralytic Strabismus
Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Blocked Tear Duct
Cataract
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Chalazion
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Convergence Insufficiency
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Retinopathy
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Esophoria
Exophoria
Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Eyelid Spasm
Floaters
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Glaucoma
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Headache
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Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Lazy Eye
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Nystagmus
Ocular Hypertension
Optic Neuritis
Pinguecula
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Presbyopia
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Vertical Heterophoria
Extraocular Muscle Surgery
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Strabismus Surgery
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Bell's Palsy
Chorioretinal Scars
Congenital Nystagmus
Duane Retraction Syndrome
Eye Pain
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Foreign Body in Eye
Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
Iridocyclitis
Low Vision
Macular Degeneration
Migraine
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Tonic Pupil
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Cornea Surgery
Excision of Chalazion
Eyelid Surgery
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
LASIK
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Monovision
Oculoplastics
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wiggins Jr
4.9
Based on 348 Reviews
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3 Stars (2)
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1 Star (2)

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Jan 03, 2024
The staff was very nice and took their time w my daughter waking up from surgery. I would recommend Wiggins for any family member, he is very laid back and takes the time to talk and explain in detail!!!!
Rebecca S. — Jan 03, 2024
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Asheville, NC and has been practicing for 30 years. He specializes in ophthalmology.
Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Asheville, NC and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE in 1984. He specializes in Ophthalmology and General Medical Practice.
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
General Medical Practice
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • University of North Carolina Hospitals
    1985
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Fell-Baylor
    1989
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke Eye Center
    1989
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Wiggins Jr' profile.

Dr. Wiggins Jr frequently treats the following conditions: Diplopia, Strabismus and Visual Field Defects. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD is affiliated with Mission Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Robert Wiggins Jr, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Dr. Wiggins Jr has over 40 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mission Hospital

    509 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC

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