Summary

Dr. Hester graduated from the University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School of Medicine in 1987. He works in Wilmington, NC and specializes in Ophthalmology.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 39 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • Carilion Health System
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Hester Ophthalmology

1604 Physicians Dr Ste 103Wilmington, NC 28401
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
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39 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Wilmington , NCWilmington , NCWilmington , NCMyrtle Beach , SC
Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Darrell Ernest Hester

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • American Republic Insurance Company
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EyeMed
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty Health Advantage
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Darrell Ernest Hester has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Darrell Ernest Hester has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Carilion Health System

Medical School

University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Darrell Hester's office located?
Dr. Darrell Hester's office is located at 1604 Physicians Dr Ste 103, Wilmington, NC, 28401.
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