Summary

Dr. John Gillespie is an ophthalmologist and internal medicine physician who has dedicated 46 years to caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Clinic and Medical School. Dr. Gillespie is board-certified in his specialties and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Gillespie practices at Saint Marys Regional Medical Center in Russellville, Arkansas, and also sees patients at Chi Saint Vincent Infirmary Medical Center and John L McClellan Memorial Veterans Hospital in Little Rock. He specializes in treating glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts. His expertise includes comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.7
  • 46 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mayo Clinic And Medical School
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Newton Gillespie has 3 locations

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OphthalmologyDentistryCritical Care MedicineHospital Medicine
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46 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Russellville , ARLittle Rock , ARFort Smith , ARMeridian , MS
Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Punjab Medical College Med School: Saba University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Newton Gillespie

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • GEHA
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Newton Gillespie has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Newton Gillespie has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Arkansas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mayo Clinic And Medical School

Medical School

University Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. John Gillespie affiliated with?
Dr. John Gillespie is affiliated with Great River Medical Center.
Does Dr. John Gillespie accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Gillespie accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. John Gillespie accepting new patients?
Dr. John Gillespie has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. John Gillespie accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Gillespie has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. John Gillespie's office located?
Dr. John Gillespie's office is located at 1808 W Main St, Russellville, AR, 72801.

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