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Dr. Richard Lewis, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 62
Dr. Richard Lewis, MD
3.3 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Lewis, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Tucson, AZ.
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Dr. Richard Lewis, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 62
Tucson, AZ
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience
Dr. Richard Lewis, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Tucson, AZ.

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Dr. Richard Lewis, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Tucson, AZ and has 37 years experience. They graduated from Oregon Health & Science University in 1987 and completed a residency at University WI|Ventura Co Medical Center.They currently practice at Fishkind, Bakewell, Maltzman & Hunter Eye Care and Surgery Center and are affiliated with Saint Joseph's Hospital. Dr. Lewis has experience treating conditions like Blindness, Nearsightedness and Visual Field Defects among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lewis received an average rating of 3.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Lewis also speaks Afghani and Spanish. Dr. Lewis is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Blindness
Nearsightedness
Visual Field Defects
Blindness
Nearsightedness
Visual Field Defects
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Chronic Conjunctivitis
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Trichiasis
Cataract
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Chalazion
Diplopia
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Dry Eyes
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Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Glaucoma
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Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Presbyopia
Senile Cataracts
Tear Duct Disorders
Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Astigmatism
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Chorioretinal Scars
Conjunctiva Cyst
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Diseases
Corneal Ulcer
Diabetic Retinopathy
Drusen
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Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Ectropion of Eyelid
Exophoria
Eye Cancer
Eye Pain
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Eyeball Contusion
Farsightedness
Floaters
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Heterophoria
Hordeolum
Hypotony of Eye
Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Keratitis
Macular Hole
Migraine
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Ocular Hypertension
Retinal Hemorrhage
Strabismus
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Excision of Chalazion
Glaucoma Surgery
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Autoimmune Diseases
Bell's Palsy
Benign Tumor
Blind Hypotensive Eye
Brain Disorders
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Erosion
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Eye Disease
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Entropion
Esophoria
Esotropia
Exotropia
Eye Disease
Headache
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Herpetic Keratitis
Hypertropia
Hypotropia
Iridocyclitis
Keratoconus
Lazy Eye
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Macular or Retinal Edema
Paralytic Strabismus
Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
Pinguecula
Progressive High Myopia
Pterygium
Retina Diseases
Retinal Telangiectasia
Thyroid Eye Disease
Ulcer
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Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Vascular Disease
Vision Disorders
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
B-Scan Ultrasound
Eye Examination
Eye Surgery
Eye Test
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Ultrasound
Vision Screening
YAG Iridotomy
YAG Laser Capsulotomy
YAG Laser Surgery
YAG Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medicaid
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  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Fishkind, Bakewell, Maltzman & Hunter Eye Care and Surgery Center
    5599 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704
    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 Fishkind, Bakewell, Maltzman Hunter & Associates Eye Care
    10425 N Oracle Rd Ste 135, Tucson, AZ 85737
  3. 3 University Station Clinics
    2880 University Ave, Madison, WI 53705

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1 Star (5)

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Oct 01, 2022
I have been going to Dr Lewis for years. He follows me because I have type two diabetes. He was first to diagnose Fuchs Dystrophy and followed me until it was time to have a corneal transplant. He knowledgeable, friendly and patient. I recommend him highly.
Ken Nolen — Oct 01, 2022
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Care Philosophy
  • We have been providing outstanding eye care to patients of all ages in Tucson and southern Arizona for over 30 years. It is our sincere desire to provide you and your family with warm, personal care and service. Our dedicated staff work together to achieve that goal. While our primary job is to take care of you, we also want to educate you about your eyes, so that you have the knowledge and power needed to take an active role in your care. We invite you to visit our web site to learn more.

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Biography
  • Dr. Richard Lewis, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Tucson, AZ and has over 36 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Oregon Health & Science University in 1987. He specializes in Ophthalmology, Anterior Segment Ophthalmology, and more.
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Languages Spoken
Afghani
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Anterior Segment Ophthalmology
Cornea & External Diseases
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Oregon Health & Science University
    1987
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Ventura County Medical Center
    1988
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University WI|Ventura Co Medical Center
    1998
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Lewis, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lewis' profile.

Dr. Lewis frequently treats the following conditions: Blindness, Nearsightedness and Visual Field Defects. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Lewis, MD is affiliated with Saint Joseph's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Lewis, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Joseph's Hospital

    350 N Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ