Summary

Dr. Eric Higgins is an ophthalmologist with additional training in internal medicine who brings two decades of experience to eye care. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and has spent 20 years helping patients maintain and restore their vision. Dr. Higgins is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Higgins practices at multiple locations throughout Lexington, Kentucky, including the University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Medical Center, University of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital, Lexington VA Medical Center, and Kentucky Children's Hospital. He specializes in treating cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. His expertise includes advanced diagnostic procedures like optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging, as well as anti-VEGF treatments for retinal conditions. Patients have given Dr. Higgins an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 20 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Eric Benjamin Higgins has 5 locations

Lexington Va Medical Center

1101 Veterans DrLexington, KY 40502

Kentucky Childrens Hospital

1000 S LimestoneLexington, KY 40506

University Of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital

310 S LimestoneLexington, KY 40508

University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center

800 ROSE ST FL 2LEXINGTON, KY 40536

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OphthalmologyAnesthesiologyHospital MedicinePublic Health & General Preventive Medicine
Accepts New Patients
20 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Lexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KYLexington , KY
Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: De La Salle Health Sciences Institute College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Eric Benjamin Higgins

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Eric Benjamin Higgins has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Eric Benjamin Higgins has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta UniversityGraduated in 2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Eric Higgins accepting new patients?
Dr. Eric Higgins has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Eric Higgins's office located?
Dr. Eric Higgins's office is located at 1101 Veterans Dr, Lexington, KY, 40502.
Which hospitals is Dr. Eric Higgins affiliated with?
Dr. Eric Higgins is affiliated with University Of Kentucky Albert B Chandler Medical Center, University Of Kentucky Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital, Lexington Va Medical Center, and Kentucky Childrens Hospital.
Does Dr. Eric Higgins accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Eric Higgins accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Eric Higgins speak?
Dr. Eric Higgins speaks English and Spanish.

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