Summary

Dr. Walter King is an ophthalmologist with nearly six decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Virginia Health System. This extensive background has given him deep expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye disorders. Dr. King provides care to patients who speak English.

Dr. King practices at Viewmont Eye Associates in Hickory, North Carolina. His decades of experience allow him to address both routine eye care needs and complex vision problems. Patients benefit from his comprehensive approach to eye health and his commitment to helping people maintain clear vision throughout their lives.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 59 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Virginia Health System
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Viewmont Eye Associates

336 10th Ave NEHickory, NC 28601
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. Walter Lee King, MDDr. Richard Inki Chang, MDDr. Leighton Alvin Raynor, MDDr. Dan Edward Weitzenkorn, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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59 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Hickory , NCLenoir , NCMorganton , NCMorganton , NC
Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter Lee King

  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Walter Lee King has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Walter Lee King has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

59 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Virginia Health System

Medical School

University Of Virginia School Of Medicine
University Of Virginia School Of MedicineGraduated in 1967

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Dr. Walter King's office is located at 336 10th Ave NE, Hickory, NC, 28601.
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