Summary

Dr. John Petro is an ophthalmologist and emergency medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. He completed his residency at University Hospital and brings 46 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Petro is fluent in English.

Dr. Petro is affiliated with Merit Health Wesley and practices at multiple locations throughout Hattiesburg, Mississippi. His dual specialty training allows him to provide comprehensive eye care as well as emergency medical services. He sees patients at Green Eye Institute and Green Eye Midtown Optical, where he focuses on vision health and eye-related conditions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 46 years of experience
  • 4 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Vernon Petro has 4 locations

Green Eye Institute

102 E Hospital DrHattiesburg, MS 39402
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

Forrest County General Hospital

6051 U S Highway 49Hattiesburg, MS 39401

Merit Health Wesley

5001 Hardy StHattiesburg, MS 39402

Green Eye Midtown Optical

2901 Arlington LoopHattiesburg, MS 39401
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

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46 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Hattiesburg , MSHattiesburg , MSNatchez , MSHattiesburg , MS
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: South Alabama College of Medicine (Scholarship) Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Vernon Petro

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Vernon Petro has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Vernon Petro has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Petro's NPI number is 1124020169.

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Where is Dr. John Petro's office located?
Dr. John Petro's office is located at 102 E Hospital Dr, Hattiesburg, MS, 39402.
What languages does Dr. John Petro speak?
Dr. John Petro speaks English.
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