Summary

Dr. Alexander Kent is an ophthalmologist with 37 years of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-preserving procedures. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine, where he also completed his residency training. His extensive background in ophthalmology allows him to address a wide range of eye health concerns with precision and expertise. Dr. Kent communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Kent practices at multiple locations throughout Charleston and Walterboro, South Carolina, and maintains an affiliation with HCA Healthcare Colleton Medical Center. He specializes in treating serious eye conditions such as glaucoma and cataracts, helping patients preserve and restore their vision. His practice includes comprehensive eye exams and specialized testing procedures like tonometry to monitor eye pressure. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kent highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 stars for his care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Stanford University School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Alexander Rittenhouse Kent has 6 locations

Carolina Cataract And Laser Center

125 Doughty St Ste 330Charleston, SC 29403
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eyecare Physicians And Surgeons

404 Robertson BlvdWalterboro, SC 29488
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Roper Saint Francis Eye Center

18 Farmfield AveCharleston, SC 29407
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

Bon Secours Saint Francis Hospital

2095 Henry Tecklenburg DrCharleston, SC 29414

Trident Surgery Center

9330 Medical Plaza DrN Charleston, SC 29406

Walterboro SC

400 Constance StWalterboro, SC 29488

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Dr. Alexander Rittenhouse Kent, MDDr. Matthew John Nutaitis, MDDr. John Charles Kulze, MDDr. Thomas Roscoe Mather, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.1 
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37 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Charleston , SCCharleston , SCCharleston , SCLadson , SC
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alexander Rittenhouse Kent

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Davis Vision
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • EyeMed
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Independent Health - HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alexander Rittenhouse Kent has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alexander Rittenhouse Kent has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Stanford University School Of Medicine

Medical School

Stanford University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Alexander Kent's office located?
Dr. Alexander Kent's office is located at 125 Doughty St Ste 330, Charleston, SC, 29403.
Is Dr. Alexander Kent accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Alexander Kent speak?
Dr. Alexander Kent speaks English.
Does Dr. Alexander Kent accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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