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Summary
Dr. Christopher Ricks is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision correction. He earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and brings 11 years of experience to his practice.
Dr. Ricks is affiliated with Utah Valley Hospital, Gunnison Valley Hospital, and Spanish Fork Hospital, with multiple practice locations throughout Utah including Provo, Ephraim, Gunnison, and Spanish Fork. He focuses on treating cataracts, refractive errors, and dry eye conditions. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, and intraocular lens implant procedures to help patients achieve clearer vision and improved eye health.
Dr. Ricks is affiliated with Utah Valley Hospital, Gunnison Valley Hospital, and Spanish Fork Hospital, with multiple practice locations throughout Utah including Provo, Ephraim, Gunnison, and Spanish Fork. He focuses on treating cataracts, refractive errors, and dry eye conditions. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, and intraocular lens implant procedures to help patients achieve clearer vision and improved eye health.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 11 years of experience
- Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston
- 1 specialty
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Christopher Jay Ricks has 7 locationsExcel Eye Center
1735 N State StProvo, UT 84604 Tel: (801) 374-1818
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
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
Excel Eye Center
43 E 450 NEphraim, UT 84627Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Excel Eye Center
34 E 100 SGunnison, UT 84634Mon8:00 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
Central Utah Surgical Center
1067 N 500 W STE 100PROVO, UT 84604 Tel: (801) 374-0354
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
Sat8:30 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed
Excel Eye Center
692 E MARKET PLACE DR STE 101SPANISH FORK, UT 84660 Tel: (801) 465-2575
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 - 1:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Christopher Jay Ricks | Dr. Joseph Seymor Schmutz, MD | Dr. Matthew Stephen Ward, MD | Dr. Marielle Payne Young, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 11 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Provo , UT | Payson , UT | Provo , UT | Riverton , UT |
| Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston | Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah | Med School: University Of Utah School Of Medicine | Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher Jay Ricks
Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher Jay Ricks has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
11 Years Experience
Dr. Christopher Jay Ricks holds an expired medical license in the state of Utah.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Utah that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston in 2015.
NPI Number
Dr. Ricks' NPI number is 1255727905.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Ricks affiliated with?
- Dr. Christopher Ricks is affiliated with Utah Valley Hospital, Gunnison Valley Hospital, and SPANISH FORK HOSPITAL.
- Where is Dr. Christopher Ricks's office located?
- Dr. Christopher Ricks's office is located at 1735 N State St, Provo, UT, 84604.
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