Summary

Dr. Althea Turk is an ophthalmologist with nearly five decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions. She earned her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and completed her residency at Howard University Hospital. Her extensive 49-year career has established her as an experienced specialist in comprehensive eye care. Dr. Turk is fluent in both English and French.

Dr. Turk practices at Emory University Hospital Midtown and provides care in Atlanta, Georgia. Her long-standing experience allows her to address a wide range of eye health concerns with the depth of knowledge that comes from decades of practice. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 on Vitals. She focuses on comprehensive eye care services for patients in the Atlanta area.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 49 years of experience
  • 4 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French
  • Howard University Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Comprehensive Eye Care

315 Boulevard NE Ste 242Atlanta, GA 30312
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Althea Lorraine Turk, MDDr. Yousuf Mohamed Khalifa, MDVisionworks Henry Town CenterVisionworks Arbor Place
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOptometryOptometry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
3.9 
49 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, French Speaks English
Atlanta , GAAtlanta , GAMcDonough , GADouglasville , GA
Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Althea Lorraine Turk

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Althea Lorraine Turk has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Althea Lorraine Turk 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

49 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Howard University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Turk's NPI number is 1053361071.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Althea Turk accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Althea Turk has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Althea Turk?
You can find contact information for Dr. Althea Turk here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Althea Turk's office located?
Dr. Althea Turk's office is located at 315 Boulevard NE Ste 242, Atlanta, GA, 30312.
Which hospitals is Dr. Althea Turk affiliated with?
Dr. Althea Turk is affiliated with Emory University Hospital Midtown.
Does Dr. Althea Turk accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Althea Turk accepts on their Vitals profile.

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