Dr. George A. Violin, MD | Norwood, MA | Ophthalmology

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Graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1967 and completed his ophthalmic residency at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He was one of the pioneers in small incision cataract and implant surgery in Massachusetts and has had experience in this area for almost a quarter of a century. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a charter member of the American College of Eye Surgeons. He is affiliated with Caritas Norwood Hospital, Faulkner/Brigham and Women's Hospital, as well as Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary and New England Medical Center. He devotes most of his practice to cataract surgery, Boston LASIK and related surgeries. He was one of the early investigators of epikeratophakia, a precursor of current LASIK technology. George Violin, M.D., F.A.C.S., has been the subject of many news articles concerning his expertise in the areas of laser vision correction and cataract surgery. He has been featured, and has appeared as a guest …speaker, on numerous local television and radio broadcasts, where he has discussed state of the art technologies in both of these areas.

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accepting new patients
3.4

26 Ratings
59 years of experience
speaks Portuguese, Spanish, English
Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary
12 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
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worse bedside manner- dr violin spent less than 2 minutes with us, barely did an exam, made no eye contact , claimed his staff would answer questions. I would NEVER let this sorry excuse for a "caregiver" perform surgery on me. he was also horribly mean to his staff in front of us and other patients

June 1st, 2016

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thank you dr violin for giving me the cataract surgery on both of my eyes. I did not feel a thing during surgery and all the nurses and team that got me ready before surgery were excellent in caring about me and giving me the best care. You should be proud of them.

April 5th, 2012

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I can't say enough about Dr. Violin and his practice. The office is very inviting with a comfortable waiting room and such pleasant staff. I came to Dr. Violin for LASIK and though I was not a candidate, he did a wonderful job at explaning to me why this was and why I'm better off without having the surgery, as upsetting as that was to hear. I highly recommend Medical Eye Care and especially Dr. Violin, to everyone.

January 26th, 2012

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Avoid for your own sake!

November 9th, 2011

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Talks down on people.

October 4th, 2011

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I was well treated at this office. Making an appointment was easy. The staff and doctors were all professional and friendly. I am a happy patient ,

March 28th, 2011

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I highly recommend Dr. Violin for Lasik Surgery. I had the procedure done by him earlier this year, and I could not be happier. He has also successfully performed Lasik on four other of my family members. His staff, especially his assistant, Elaine, was excellent, and available by cell phone if I had any questions both before the procedure and in follow-up. He is very selective and will only accept Lasik candidates who have little risk, so you can feel comforatable it is safe if he decided you are a candidate.

March 23rd, 2011

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LASIK is so easy to have done and it is great not having to wear contact lenses.

March 8th, 2011

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Dr. Violin did LASIK on me a few years back. My vision is amazing now! Being able to go bowling and swimming without having to wear glasses and/or contacts has been huge for me! I would recommend him to anyone! In fact, several family members have already had surgery with him as well!

March 8th, 2011

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This dr spent too much time handing outbusiness cards and asking people to referfriends. He reminds me of an ambulancechasing lawyer who famously advertises ontv. Talks down to people. Very condescending and completely unprofessional. Will NEVER go to him again.

October 27th, 2010

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Dr. George Alfred Violin, MD	Dr. Ernest William Kornmehl, MD	Dr. Robert Calkins Ward	Dr. Albert R Frederick
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (26 Ratings)	4.8 (51 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
59 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	50 Years of Experience	65 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Portuguese, Spanish, English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English
Norwood , MA	Wellesley , MA	Attleboro , MA	WALTHAM , MA
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons	Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine	Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine	Med School: Harvard University
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Ophthalmology

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

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Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active

Medical Doctor, New York, 2020, Inactive

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Columbia University College Of Physicians & SurgeonsGraduated in 1967

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