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Dr. Brian Groat, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 50
Dr. Brian Groat, MD
4.7 (116 Ratings)
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Dr. Brian Groat, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Wilmington, NC.
Dr. Brian Groat, MD
4.7 (116 Ratings)
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Dr. Brian Groat, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 50
Wilmington, NC
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21 years of experience
Dr. Brian Groat, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Wilmington, NC.

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Dr. Brian Groat, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Wilmington, NC and has 21 years experience. They graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 2003 and completed a residency at MUSC Medical Center.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital. Dr. Groat has experience treating conditions like Astigmatism and Nearsightedness among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Groat received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 116 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Groat is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Astigmatism
Nearsightedness
Cataract Removal Surgery
Astigmatism
Nearsightedness
Cataract Removal Surgery
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Cataract
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Corneal Diseases
Eye Cancer
Farsightedness
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Herpetic Keratitis
Senile Cataracts
Cornea Surgery
Drusen
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Floaters
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Cornea Transplant
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Blepharitis
Blocked Tear Duct
Chorioretinal Scars
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Diabetic Cataracts
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Eye Infections
Eye Pain
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Eyelid Disorders
Glaucoma
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Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Keratitis
Keratoconus
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Migraine
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Pinguecula
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pterygium
Retinal Cysts
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinoschisis
Squamous Blepharitis
Tear Duct Disorders
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Goniotomy
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Tear Duct Surgery
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Autoimmune Diseases
Blindness
Blurred Vision
Brain Disorders
Cancer
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Cataract Surgery Complications
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chalazion
Conjunctiva Cyst
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Ectropion of Eyelid
Exotropia
Eye Disease
Headache
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Hordeolum
Hypertropia
Hypotony of Eye
Hypotropia
Iridocyclitis
Lazy Eye
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Macular Hole
Miosis
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Mydriasis
Night Blindness
Ocular Hypertension
Optic Neuritis
Orbital Cellulitis
Orbital Fracture
Presbyopia
Retina Diseases
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinoblastoma
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
Strabismus
Stye
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Thyroid Disease
Trichiasis
Ulcer
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Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Vascular Disease
Visual Field Defects
Watering Eyes
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (ALK)
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharorrhaphy
Conjunctivoplasty
Contact Lens Exams
Cyclodialysis
Excision of Chalazion
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Drops
Eye Examination
Eye Patch
Eye Surgery
Eyeglasses
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Glaucoma Surgery
Implantable Contact Lens
Laser Cataract Surgery
Laser Surgery
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Ocular Prosthetics
Paracentesis of Anterior Eye
Pterygium Surgery
Relaxing Corneal Incisions
Removal of Intraocular Foreign Body
Repair of Eye Laceration
Soft Contact Lenses
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Live Oak Ophthalmology PC
    1915 S 17th St Ste 101, Wilmington, NC 28401

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Groat
4.7
Based on 116 Reviews
5 Stars (105)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (7)

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Patient Reviews
Sep 14, 2023
IT HAS BEEN SEVERAL MONTHS SINCE MY LAST VISIT. DR. GROAT DID AN OUTSTANDING JOB OF RESOLVING A SEVERE ISSUE WITH MY LEFT EYE. I THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO LOSE MY SIGHT, BUT HIS TALENT, EDUCATION, AND DETERMINATION PAID OFF. I AM FOREVER GRATEFUL. HE IS A VERY CARING PERSON. HIS ENTIRE STAFF IS JUST SIMPLY OUTSTANDING.
JOHN E. MCWHITE — Sep 14, 2023
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • My goal is to provide the best eye care possible using the latest technology and surgical techniques.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Brian Groat, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Wilmington, NC and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 2003. He specializes in Ophthalmology.
Biography
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tulane University of Louisiana
    2003
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Tulane Med
    2004
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • MUSC Medical Center
    2009
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brian Groat, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Groat's profile.

Dr. Groat frequently treats the following conditions: Astigmatism and Nearsightedness. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Brian Groat, MD is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Brian Groat, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

    2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC

  • J Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital

    924 N Howe St, Southport, NC