Dr. Jonathan B. Kao, MD | Gilbert, AZ | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Jonathan Kao treats cataracts and glaucoma and performs retinal imaging and eye exams. He practices ophthalmology and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Kao is affiliated with Mercy Gilbert Medical Center and sees patients in Gilbert, Arizona. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kao 3.8 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
3.8

12 Ratings
24 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
6 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Kao's Ratings and Reviews

3.8

12 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 6 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Dr. Kao is very bright, attentive & caring. Very detailed explanations. However, after doing my cataract surgery, sight & focus are great, but I must have 100 floaters. If I look at the sky with my new lens, it looks as if someone did target practice in the sky with dozens of shotgun shells was sent by the V.A. Healthcare program & will follow up with the Ophthalmologist at the V.A. to deal with the floaters.

December 15th, 2021

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Excellent surgeon and optometrist. Answered every question with patience. Detailed oriented.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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March 4th, 2021

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Office personnel and protocol are top notch. This doctor seems to have nothing better to do than take care of your questions and concerns while doing his work efficiently. I've been to all kinds of eye doctors with my issues, and this is one of the Few Good Docs.

August 19th, 2019

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Dr. Kao is young, bright and a skilled opthamologist and surgeon. (Reserved) I am so grateful that I can see and have not had a single issue. The nurses and office staff are friendly, professional and can be counted on. Thank you, R Sollenberger

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 13th, 2019

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I choose East Valley Ophthalmology for my cataract eye surgery after going to 3 different doctors in Phoenix, Scottsdale and Mesa, and after reviewing credentials, and my experience with getting questions answered satisfactorily - so glad I did... definitely didn't trying to sell me something... my surgeon explained everything to me, very thorough. If you're considering cataract surgery, especially any of those fancy multifocal lenses that are being offered, go with the best you can find, do your research. Go to East Valley Ophthalmology for a consultation... bring any questions you have and they will be answered fully. It's been a month since my surgery and I would highly recommend this place. This is a big decision and you want to feel confident in your doctor that he's doing it for the right reasons and knowing you have a great chance of success. That is what ultimately made me pick this place. Best choice of my life.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 18th, 2015

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Always willing to spend time and answer all questions. Always on time. Great staff.

Did Well

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

Needs Improvement

August 8th, 2012

The Center For Advanced Surgery

3367 S Mercy Rd Ste 101Gilbert, AZ 85297

Tel: (480) 899-2571

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Jonathan Bryan Kao, MD	Kimberly Tran, MD	Rima B Patel, MD	Dr. Ovette Villavicencio, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.8 (12 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (5 Ratings)
24 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish			Speaks English
Gilbert , AZ	Phoenix , AZ	Phoenix , AZ	Mesa , AZ
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine	Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences	Med School: University of Arizona
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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Ophthalmology

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

Dr. Jonathan Bryan Kao holds an expired medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Arizona that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Kao's NPI number is 1295779684.

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What languages does Dr. Jonathan Kao speak?: Dr. Jonathan Kao speaks English and Spanish.
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