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Dr. Joseph Tims, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 43
Dr. Joseph Tims, MD
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Dr. Joseph Tims, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Roanoke, VA.
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Dr. Joseph Tims, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 43
Roanoke, VA
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience
Dr. Joseph Tims, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Roanoke, VA.

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Dr. Joseph Tims, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Roanoke, VA and has 17 years experience. They graduated from University of Virginia / Main Campus. They currently practice at Vistar Eye Center- Main Office Locations and are affiliated with Sovah Health Danville, Twin County Regional Hospital and Wythe County Community Hospital. Dr. Tims has experience treating conditions like Cataract, Senile Cataracts and Corneal Diseases among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Tims received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 23 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Tims is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cataract
Senile Cataracts
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Corneal Diseases
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Corneal Diseases
Corneal Ulcer
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
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Corneal Erosion
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Retinopathy
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
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Heterophoria
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Keratoconus
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Macular Hole
Ocular Hypertension
Paralytic Strabismus
Progressive High Myopia
Strabismus
Tear Duct Disorders
Cataract Removal Surgery
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Cornea Surgery
Cornea Transplant
Tear Duct Surgery
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Blepharitis
Blind Hypotensive Eye
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Chalazion
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Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
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Trichiasis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Vertical Heterophoria
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Contact Lens Treatment
Excision of Chalazion
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Test
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Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Ocular Prosthetics
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Pterygium Surgery
Repair of Eye Laceration
Ultrasound
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery

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Locations

  1. 1 Vistar Eye Center
    3320 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014
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  2. 2 Douglass D Fear MD
    707 S Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24016
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  3. 3 Vistar Eye Center - Roanoke Valley Center for Sight
    426 W Main St, Salem, VA 24153
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Apr 01, 2023
I am seeing Dr. Tims for ocular rosacea, an extremely difficult eye disease as there is no cure. He is always kind, informative, patient, and takes time to explain things. He is always calm, and reassuring. He is an excellent doctor, and I would highly recommend him.
Nancy Miller — Apr 01, 2023
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery
Cornea & External Diseases
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Virginia / Main Campus
    2007
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joseph Tims, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Tims' profile.

Dr. Tims frequently treats the following conditions: Cataract, Senile Cataracts and Corneal Diseases. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Joseph Tims, MD is affiliated with Sovah Health Danville, Twin County Regional Hospital and Wythe County Community Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Joseph Tims, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sovah Health Danville

    142 S Main St, Danville, VA

  • Twin County Regional Hospital

    200 Hospital Dr, Galax, VA

  • Wythe County Community Hospital

    600 W Ridge Rd, Wytheville, VA