4
2 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Krishna Sankar specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on comprehensive eye care and vision preservation. He earned his medical degree from Bangalore Medical College at Bangalore University in India and completed his residency training at Lutheran Medical Center. With an impressive 65 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Sankar has dedicated his career to helping patients maintain and restore their vision. He provides care in English for his patients.
Dr. Sankar practices at Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany and maintains his office in Covington, Virginia. He treats a range of eye conditions including cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Dr. Sankar also performs comprehensive eye examinations to monitor eye health and detect vision problems early. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Sankar practices at Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany and maintains his office in Covington, Virginia. He treats a range of eye conditions including cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Dr. Sankar also performs comprehensive eye examinations to monitor eye health and detect vision problems early. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 65 years of experience
- speaks English
- Lutheran Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Krishna Sankar has 2 locationsKrishna Sankar Md Pc
201 Interstate DrCovington, VA 24426 Tel: (504) 962-4621
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Krishna Sankar, MD | Dr. Ann Branyon Sowers, MD | Dr. Azhar Niaz Rana, MD | Dr. Gregory Charles Mays, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Public Health & General Preventive Medicine | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 65 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Covington , VA | Salem , VA | Covington , VA | Covington , VA |
| Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India | Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Med School: Bolan Medical College | Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Krishna Sankar
Medical Specialties
Dr. Krishna Sankar has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Krishna Sankar has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
65 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Lutheran Medical Center
Medical School
Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore IndiaGraduated in 1961
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