Summary

Dr. James Ellis is an ophthalmologist with nearly four decades of experience serving patients in Georgia. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and completed his residency at the same institution. With 39 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Ellis has built extensive expertise in comprehensive eye care. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Ellis practices at multiple locations throughout Georgia, including Macon and Waycross. He maintains affiliations with Piedmont Macon and provides care through Vision Eye Group and American Eyecare Centers. His practice focuses on treating various eye conditions and performing comprehensive eye examinations. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 39 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Medical College Of Georgia
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. James Stephen Ellis has 4 locations

Vision Eye Group

4050 Riverside DrMacon, GA 31210
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

Piedmont Macon

350 Hospital DrMacon, GA 31217

Vision Eye Group

4050 RIVERSIDE DR STE 300MACON, GA 31210
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

American Eyecare Centers

1730 Brunswick HwyWaycross, GA 31501
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James Stephen Ellis, MDDr. Clyde Kent Price, MDDr. Kubra SariciJR Herbert Sam Greenwald
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
2.5 
39 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Macon , GACordele , GAAtlanta , GAMACON , GA
Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Georgia Regents University
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Medical Specialties

Dr. James Stephen Ellis has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Stephen Ellis has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. James Stephen Ellis holds an expired medical license in the state of Georgia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Georgia that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Georgia.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Ellis' NPI number is 1962435800.

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Dr. James Ellis's office is located at 4050 Riverside Dr, Macon, GA, 31210.
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