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Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 46
Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, MD
3.1 (8 Ratings)
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Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Austin, TX.
Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, MD
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Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 46
Austin, TX
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience
Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Austin, TX.

About

Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Austin, TX and has 18 years experience. They graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 2006 and completed a residency at University of Alabama at Birmingham.They currently practice at Howerton Eye Clinic PLLC and are affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, St. David's South Austin Medical Center, St. David's Medical Center and Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin. Dr. Hawthorne has experience treating conditions like Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis), Accommodation Disorders and Eye Infections among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hawthorne received an average rating of 3.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Hawthorne also speaks Spanish. Dr. Hawthorne is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Accommodation Disorders
Eye Infections
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Accommodation Disorders
Eye Infections
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Diseases
Keratitis
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Chalazion
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Corneal Erosion
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Ectropion of Eyelid
Eye Pain
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Eyelid Disorders
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Glaucoma
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Iridocyclitis
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Macular Hole
Pinguecula
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Senile Cataracts
Squamous Blepharitis
Stye
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Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Cataract Removal Surgery
Contact Lens Fitting Services
Cornea Surgery
Cornea Transplant
Goniotomy
Acute Endophthalmitis
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blind Hypotensive Eye
Blindness
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chorioretinal Scars
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Ulcer
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Disorder of Choroid
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Drusen
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Endophthalmitis
Entropion
Esotropia
Eyelid Spasm
Farsightedness
Floaters
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Foreign Body in Eye
Herpetic Keratitis
Hyphema
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Juvenile Cataract
Keratoconus
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Lazy Eye
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Macular Degeneration
Macular or Retinal Edema
Marfan Syndrome
Nearsightedness
Nystagmus
Ocular Hypertension
Optic Neuritis
Paralytic Strabismus
Pituitary Gland Cancer
Presbyopia
Progressive High Myopia
Pterygium
Purulent Endophthalmitis
Retinal Cysts
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Hemorrhage
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
Staphyloma Posticum
Tear Duct Disorders
Trichiasis
B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharoplasty
Blepharorrhaphy
Contact Lens Treatment
Excision of Chalazion
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Examination
Eye Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
LASIK
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Premium Intraocular Lens Implant Surgery
Pterygium Surgery
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Repair of Eye Laceration
Tear Duct Surgery
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Tricare
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Austin Office
    2610 S Interstate 35, Austin, TX 78704
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 Howerton Eye Clinic PLLC
    5625 Eiger Rd Ste 100, Austin, TX 78735
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  3. 3 Howerton Eye Clinic PLLC
    5401 FM 1626 Ste 365, Kyle, TX 78640
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hawthorne
3.1
Based on 8 Reviews
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4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
Jul 22, 2022
Dr. Hawthorne did surgery removing a nodule from my cornea, which was very successful. My astigmatism has practically gone away as a result and I am seeing things more vividly. She and her staff ranked very high with me. Thank you very much Dr. Hawthorne.
Carla L Dumble — Jul 22, 2022
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    2006
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Kaiser Pemanente Medical Center
    2007
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    2010
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • HARVARD Medical School
    2011
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hawthorne's profile.

Dr. Hawthorne frequently treats the following conditions: Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis), Accommodation Disorders and Eye Infections. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, St. David's South Austin Medical Center, St. David's Medical Center and Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin.

Yes, Dr. Kristen Hawthorne, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Houston Methodist Hospital

    6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX

  • St. David's South Austin Medical Center

    901 W Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX

  • St. David's Medical Center

    919 E 32nd St, Austin, TX

  • Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin

    1201 W 38th St, Austin, TX