Summary

Dr. Richard Akers is an ophthalmologist with expertise in both ophthalmology and urology who has been practicing medicine for 56 years. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at the Medical College of Georgia. His extensive experience spans more than five decades of patient care.

Dr. Akers is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center and practices at multiple locations in Gastonia, North Carolina, including Carolina Eye Care. He specializes in treating complex eye conditions such as keratoconus, diabetic eye disease, and diabetic retinopathy. His practice offers comprehensive eye exams, optical coherence tomography, and retinal imaging services. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.7
  • 56 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • Medical College Of Georgia
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Edwin Akers has 3 locations

Carolina Eye Care

2555 Court DrGastonia, NC 28054

Carolina Eye Care

2555 Court Dr Ste 150Gastonia, NC 28054
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
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2.7 
56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Gastonia , NCCharlotte , NCCHARLOTTE , NCShelby , NC
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Edwin Akers

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Edwin Akers has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Edwin Akers has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Urology
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Medical College Of Georgia

Medical School

Medical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated in 1970

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Richard Akers's office located?
Dr. Richard Akers's office is located at 2525 Court Dr, Gastonia, NC, 28054.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Akers affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Akers is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Akers?
You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Akers here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Richard Akers accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Akers has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Richard Akers accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Akers accepts on their Vitals profile.

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