Summary

Dr. Lawrence Platt is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated four decades to preserving and restoring vision for his patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois in Urbana and completed his residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin in 1990. Dr. Platt holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology and also earned an MBA, bringing both clinical expertise and healthcare leadership skills to his practice. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Platt practices at Eye Specialists in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, and maintains an affiliation with Ascension All Saints Hospital Spring Street Campus. He also sees patients at the Milwaukee Campus of Children's Wisconsin in Milwaukee. His expertise focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Dr. Platt performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, and he provides anti-VEGF treatments for retinal conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 40 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
  • 22 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Lawrence W Platt has 2 locations

Eye Specialists - Mount Pleasant

5802 Washington AveMount Pleasant, WI 53406

Milwaukee Campus-Children's Wisconsin

8915 W Connell AveMilwaukee, WI 53226
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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Lawrence W Platt, MD, MBADr. Douglas Mathew Long, MDDr. Thomas Johnstone Campen, MDDr. Scott Harold Kirk, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
3.3 
3.5 
4.6 
40 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 48 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 Polish, Spanish, English
Mount Pleasant , WIMilwaukee , WISavannah , GARiver Forest , IL
Med School: University of Illinois, Urbana Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Lawrence W Platt

  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Network Health Plan
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Unity Health Insurance
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Lawrence W Platt has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Lawrence W Platt has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Lawrence W Platt holds an active medical license in the state of Wisconsin. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Wisconsin that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College of Wisconsin in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Illinois, Urbana in 2011 and University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago in 1986.

NPI Number

Lawrence W Platt's NPI number is 1467423343.

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