Robert G Elgin, MD

Ophthalmology

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.9
Based on 585 ratings
Robert G Elgin, MD

About Robert G Elgin, MD

Dr. Robert G. Elgin is a Board Certified, fellowship trained Cornea and Anterior Segment specialist who offers the latest techniques for cornea transplants, cataract surgery, dry eye, glaucoma, diabetic exams, and general medical and surgical eye care. He completed his medical and residency training at the University of North Carolina, and his Cornea fellowship at one of the top ranked Ophthalmology programs, the University of Iowa.

Dr. Elgin received his undergraduate and medical school education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. As a medical student, he published multiple papers on his research, for which he was awarded the Holderness Fellowship grant and indoctrinated into the John B. Graham Research Society.

Dr. Elgin trained in Ophthalmology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After serving as Chief Resident he completed a Cornea and External Disease fellowship at the University of Iowa, where he published work and presented lectures on techniques in treating corneal disease.

Dr. Elgin, Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 1995, is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the Virginia Society of Ophthalmology, the Newport News Medical Society, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Elgin practices at Hampton Roads Eye Associates' Oyster Point location.

Education

Medical: University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine
Residency: University of North Carolina Hospital
Fellowship: University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Board Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology

Locations

Hampton Roads Eye Associates Oyster Point

11800 Rock Landing Drive, Newport News, VA 23606

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Ratings & Reviews

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Overall Satisfaction
4.9
Based on 585 ratings
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July 30, 2026
Dr Elgin is one the most professional physicians I have experienced. He does a very professional job.
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July 30, 2026
Dr Elgin did a great job, and was really helpful!
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July 23, 2026
Would not consider going anywhere else.
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July 23, 2026
Dr Elgin explained that I had likely had a TIA and sent me to the ER immediately for testing.
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July 23, 2026
Top Notch
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July 21, 2026
Dr. Elgin answered my concerns and was very efficient.
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July 18, 2026
Fastest time ever to complete total apointment
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July 18, 2026
All great
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July 16, 2026
Dr. Elgin has been my ophthalmologist for over 40 years! I have the utmost confidence in him! He is truly one of the best! Even though I live in Virginia Beach, I continue to see Dr. Elgin! I am so thankful I am under his care! Always an excellent experience with Dr. Elgin!
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July 16, 2026
Excellent doctor.
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July 16, 2026
Dr. Elgin is very professional and easy to talk with, I'm very comfortable having him as my eye doctor.
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July 16, 2026
Nurse had informed the Dr about our surgery questions and the Dr was ready to answer our questions
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July 16, 2026
This was my first appt wIth Dr. Elgin and although I was satisfied with this visit, I'd like to see more of him before giving a perfect score.
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July 14, 2026
He seemed a little rushed. [...]
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June 25, 2026
[...] and Dr. Elgin were very good and made me feel very comfortable
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June 22, 2026
Good
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June 21, 2026
Good
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June 18, 2026
Dr. Elgin made sure to go over every option, financial, long-term goals, risk factors. Everything.
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June 12, 2026
Great
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June 12, 2026
Dr. Elgin is always very exact about his exams. He is good about giving you advice with my questions, he does not waste time. I have enjoyed him being my eye professional.
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