Summary

Dr. Benjamin Thomas is an ophthalmologist with a specialty focus in internal medicine, bringing 17 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine, where he developed his expertise in comprehensive eye care. Dr. Thomas is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations throughout his career.

Dr. Thomas maintains affiliations with Southeast Georgia Health System, Memorial Satilla Health, and Baptist Medical Center Clay, practicing across locations in Jacksonville, Brunswick, and Fleming Island. He specializes in treating serious retinal conditions including age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. His expertise extends to managing posterior vitreous detachment, a common condition that can affect vision. Dr. Thomas performs advanced procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye problems accurately. He also provides anti-VEGF treatment, a specialized therapy for certain retinal diseases. Patients rate his care at 4.0 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 17 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Benjamin John Thomas has 6 locations

Florida Retina Institute

8786 Perimeter Park BlvdJacksonville, FL 32216
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

Florida Retina Institute

2639 Oak StJacksonville, FL 32204
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Florida Retina Institute

4607 US Highway 17 Ste 1Fleming Island, FL 32003
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

Southeast Georgia Health System

2415 Parkwood DrBrunswick, GA 31520

Florida Retina Institute

3120 Glynn AveBrunswick, GA 31520
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

Baptist Medical Center Clay

1771 Baptist Clay DrFleming Island, FL 32003

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyAnesthesiologyDiagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
17 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Jacksonville , FLCrestview , FLJacksonville , FLJacksonville , FL
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Del Valle Escuela De Medicina Med School: Lady Hardinge Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Benjamin John Thomas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Benjamin John Thomas has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Benjamin John Thomas has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Dr. Benjamin John Thomas holds an expired medical license in the states of Georgia and Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 2009.

NPI Number

Dr. Thomas' NPI number is 1427290360.

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Dr. Benjamin Thomas speaks English and Spanish.
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Dr. Benjamin Thomas's office is located at 8786 Perimeter Park Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32216.
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