Robert G. Elgin, MD

Ophthalmology

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.8
Based on 688 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
4.8
Based on 688 ratings
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June 22, 2025
Always had very good visits with them
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June 22, 2025
Very professional
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June 21, 2025
Care provider was easy to talk with and showed interest in my condition and problems.
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June 20, 2025
He listens to your concerns and questions very satisfactorily!!
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June 13, 2025
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June 12, 2025
Could not be improved on
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June 12, 2025
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June 10, 2025
I've been dealing with this same doctor for over 5 years and he has always been kind and professional. I would recommend him to all of my friends
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June 09, 2025
Everything was on a very professional level just as I have come to expect over the years, I have been seeing this, Doctor.
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June 07, 2025
All aspects of my visit went very well.
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June 06, 2025
I have been a patient of Dr. Elgin's about twenty years. I have always received excellent service.
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May 28, 2025
Excellent
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May 24, 2025
I walked in wondering why I had been switched to a new Doctor after many years but Dr Elgin provided the explanation that made all my anxiety and concerns evaporate.
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May 24, 2025
Dr Elgin is so professional, efficient & informative & so knowledgeable.
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May 17, 2025
Dr. Elgin is extremely good at what he does.I have spoken to many people about how [...] him to rescue my vision
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May 17, 2025
Dr. Elgin is the best!
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May 16, 2025
Dr. Elgin is always informative and interested in my condition.
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May 09, 2025
When I asked Dr. Elgin for my prescription, he said that they did noted the refraction. Rather than wait for the technician, he did the refraction himself. That was very unexpected, but it saved me time and he was very professional the whole time. What an outstanding doctor.
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May 06, 2025
Dr Elgin has treated my eyes for approximately 30 years. I totally trust him to give me the best care for my eyes.
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May 04, 2025
Doctor covered different options.
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