Summary

Dr. Joseph Walker is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients with complex eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his residency at St Vincent Hospital. With 52 years of experience in the field, Dr. Walker has developed extensive expertise in treating serious retinal disorders. He speaks Spanish and Chinese, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Walker practices at Gulf Coast Medical Center and maintains offices throughout Southwest Florida, including locations in Cape Coral, Naples, Port Charlotte, Bonita Springs, and Fort Myers. His clinical focus centers on treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can significantly impact vision if left untreated. Dr. Walker also addresses posterior vitreous detachment, helping patients understand and manage this common age-related eye change. He performs advanced procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye problems with precision, and provides anti-VEGF treatment to help preserve patients' sight. Patients rate Dr. Walker 4.1 out of 5 stars on average.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 52 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • St Vincent Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph P Walker has 6 locations

Retina Consultants Of Southwest Florida

106 Del Prado Blvd SCape Coral, FL 33990
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

Retina Consultants Of Southwest Florida

2400 Goodlette Rd NNaples, FL 34103
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

Retina Consultants Of Southwest Florida

2525 Harbor Blvd Ste 302Port Charlotte, FL 33952
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

Retina Consultants Of Southwest Florida

3501 Health Center Blvd # 2170Bonita Springs, FL 34135
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Consultants Of Southwest Florida

6901 International Center BlvdFort Myers, FL 33912
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

Eye Specialists Laser And Surgery Center

12453 S Cleveland Ave Ste 100Fort Myers, FL 33907
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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Dr. Joseph P Walker, MDDr. Jonathan M. Frantz, MDDr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MDDr. Thien Thanh Le, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOther
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
3.9 
4.2 
52 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Cape Coral , FLPunta Gorda , FLCRESTVIEW , FLNAPLES , FL
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Louisiana State University Eye Center Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph P Walker

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Envolve Benefit Options - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph P Walker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph P Walker has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Other
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Vincent Hospital

Medical School

New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 1974

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Joseph Walker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joseph Walker has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Joseph Walker speak?
Dr. Joseph Walker speaks Spanish and Chinese.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Walker affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Walker is affiliated with Gulf Coast Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Walker?
You can find contact information for Dr. Joseph Walker here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Joseph Walker's office located?
Dr. Joseph Walker's office is located at 106 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL, 33990.

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