Dr. Mark Whitten, MD | Charlotte Hall, MD | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Mark Whitten is an ophthalmologist with nearly five decades of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-restoring procedures. He earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology residency at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC, along with additional training at Riverside Hospital in Newport News, Virginia. Dr. Whitten is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology, a certification he has maintained since 1982. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Whitten practices at MedStar Saint Mary's Hospital and sees patients in Charlotte Hall, Maryland. He specializes in treating cataracts, glaucoma, and posterior capsule opacity. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to restore clear vision. Patients have given Dr. Whitten an average rating of 4.9 stars for his comprehensive eye care services.

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accepting new patients
4.9

40 Ratings
49 years of experience
27 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC
14 written reviews
1 specialty
13 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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Awesome customer service from everyone in the office. My only regret is not getting the procedure done sooner! I’d recommend Dr. Whitten in a heartbeat!

June 27th, 2018

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Surgery went great, very pleased with the results. If you’re a golfer I highly recommend this surgery. It has changed my game for the better.

November 10th, 2017

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Very nice staff. The procedure was thoroughly explained and I was completely satisfied

November 2nd, 2017

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From the staff to Dr. Whitten himself, my experience was phenomenal. I've referred others since my surgery.

June 30th, 2017

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Pre-surgery I was given all the information that I would need to make the correct decision. The day of surgery the atmosphere was very relaxing and extremely professional, making my experience very comfortable. I'd like to personally thank the staff and Dr. Whitten, for taking great care of me. You didn't just change my vision to 20/15 but you change the way I see the world. For that I thank you immensely.

June 10th, 2017

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The staff was so kind, professional and positive every time I visited the office. The procedure was quite, smooth and pleasant, Dr Whitten talked me through it and that made me very confident in him. I highly recommend Dr Whitten.

November 25th, 2016

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I have been very nearsighted since elementary school. My vision was so bad that other eye doctors told me in the past that laser surgery wouldn't be able to correct it. Contacts had become uncomfortable for me after years of wearing them. Dr. Whitten was able to correct both eyes to 20/20. Dr. Whitten and his staff were very courteous, professional, and answered all of my questions. I highly recommend Whitten Laser Eye!

October 31st, 2016

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The Doctor and everyone at the office were professional, friendly, and knowledgeable about my surgery. I am so happy about seeing everything with my new crystal clear eyes. The surgery felt almost painless and everyone at the practice walked me through as I went the surgery. The recovery was brief for me and I couldn't be happier with my new eye sight. I highly recommend this office and lazer eye surgery to my friends and family.

October 11th, 2016

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When you think of having surgery on one of your most vital senses, you kind of worry right? Doctor Whitten leaves no room for worry & during surgery his bed side manner is bar none. They talk you through every moment so that there is no room for you to even begin to think of anything but the voice that is guiding you to better vision! Highly highly recommended!

September 19th, 2016

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What I really liked about Dr. Whitten is that he is very personable and put me at ease. Each visit he was attentive which showed that he really cares about his patients. Beyond the great experience, most importantly my vision is beyond amazing!! Words can not express how happy I am with my decision to chose Dr. Whitten!

August 25th, 2016

37767 Market Drive Unit 103

37767 Market Drive Unit 103Charlotte Hall, MD 20622

Tel: (301) 895-2020


Dr. Mark Whitten, MD	Dr. John Y Choi, MD	Dr. Walter Qiang Wang, MD	Dr. Daniel Aviv Brill, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
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49 Years of Experience	30 Years of Experience	40 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		Speaks English
Charlotte Hall , MD	Waldorf , MD	Charlotte Hall , MD	Boston , MA
Med School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine	Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine	Med School: Jiangxi Medical College	Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Cataract Surgery
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
Lasik Surgery
Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
Macular Degeneration
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology, 1982

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Washington Hospital Center, Washington, DC

Riverside Hospital, Newport News, VA, Rotating Internship

Riverside Regional Medical Center

Washington Hosp Ctr, Ophthalmology; Riverside Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

Rotating, Riverside Hospital, Newport News, VA USA1978

Washington Hospital Center1978

Medical School

VA Commonwealth University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1977

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