Robert G Elgin, MD

Ophthalmology

Languages Spoken:

English

Gender:

Male

4.9
Based on 699 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 699 ratings
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March 23, 2026
Time spent with the MD in this practice is extremely short. If a follow up procedure or treatment is needed there tends to be very little detail offered or options and very little time for patients to make decisions on treatment.
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March 21, 2026
Very professional
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March 21, 2026
Would recommend to anyone looking for an eye doctor
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March 19, 2026
Excellent practice. Caring doctor and support staff.
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March 19, 2026
Good
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March 17, 2026
Dr. Elgin was very polite and explained my test results. He is pleasant and approachable.
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March 17, 2026
Good
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March 14, 2026
Excellent
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March 12, 2026
Excellent exam, very thorough, Dr. Elgin found I did not need surgery, a simple non surgical solution was found by him for my issue
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March 11, 2026
Dr Elgin is a true professional and crafted a cataract removal game plan to fit my needs.
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March 11, 2026
Dr. Elgin is very professional but he also makes you comfortable and answers the questions I had.
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March 09, 2026
Great
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March 05, 2026
Always a pleasure to see Dr. Elgin. Friendly to talk with. Clear answers to my questions.
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March 05, 2026
Enjoyed meeting Doctor very nice
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March 05, 2026
Dr Elgin is extremely nice he is a good eye doctor who knows his stuff very thorough indeed and a wonderful doctor
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March 03, 2026
Dr. Elgin is a great doctor and extremely professional. He is very caring and explains things for us to understand.
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March 03, 2026
He was very thorough and easy to understand as the appointment progressed.
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March 01, 2026
Dr Elgin and staff are excellent and I have and will continue to recommend them to others.
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February 26, 2026
I would recommend Dr. Elgin to everyone.
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February 23, 2026
The staff is very courteous and efficient.
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