Dr. Kenneth Pierce Kato, MD

Dr. Kenneth Kato is an ophthalmologist with 37 years of experience helping patients protect and restore their vision. He completed his medical education at Boston University School of Medicine and underwent residency training at University of Florida Health, building expertise in comprehensive eye care. His dual specialization in ophthalmology and optometry allows him to provide both medical and surgical treatments for a wide range of eye conditions. Dr. Kato is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling him to serve diverse communities throughout North Florida.

Dr. Kato practices at HCA Florida Capital Hospital and maintains offices in Tallahassee and Marianna, Florida. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, which are among the most common causes of vision problems in adults. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to help restore clear vision. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. …Kato highly, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.