Summary

Dr. Orion Ayer has practiced ophthalmology for 52 years and is affiliated with HCA Florida Saint Petersburg Hospital. He treats age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma, and performs retinal imaging, dilated eye exams, and optical coherence tomography. He also lists other as a second specialty.

He completed his residency at Homer G. Phillips Hospital and sees patients in St. Petersburg and Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Ayer speaks Korean and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Ayer 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 52 years of experience
  • speaks Korean, Spanish
  • Homer G Phillips Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Orion Thomas Ayer has 3 locations

The Retina Institute

1955 1st Ave N Fl 2St Petersburg, FL 33713
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Retina Institute

1290 S Missouri AveClearwater, FL 33756
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hca Florida Saint Petersburg Hospital

6500 38th Ave NSaint Petersburg, FL 33710

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52 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Korean, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Chinese, English, French, Spanish Speaks English
St Petersburg , FLTarpon Springs , FLZephyrhills , FLTampa , FL
Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny Med School: Vanderbilt, School of Medicine Med School: Meharry Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Orion Thomas Ayer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Orion Thomas Ayer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Orion Thomas Ayer has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. Orion Thomas Ayer holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Homer G Phillips Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Ayer's NPI number is 1093786634.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Orion Ayer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Orion Ayer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Orion Ayer's office located?
Dr. Orion Ayer's office is located at 1955 1st Ave N Fl 2, St Petersburg, FL, 33713.
Does Dr. Orion Ayer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Orion Ayer accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Orion Ayer speak?
Dr. Orion Ayer speaks Korean and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Orion Ayer affiliated with?
Dr. Orion Ayer is affiliated with Hca Florida Saint Petersburg Hospital.

Data Sources

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