Dr. Paul T. Gavaris, MD | Washington, DC | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Paul Gavaris is an ophthalmologist and plastic surgeon with 58 years of experience treating eye conditions and performing reconstructive procedures. He earned his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and completed his residency at Washington Hospital. Dr. Gavaris speaks both English and Spanish.

Dr. Gavaris is affiliated with The George Washington University Hospital and practices in Washington, DC, Vienna, VA, and Chevy Chase, MD. He specializes in treating cataracts, blepharitis, and periorbital cellulitis. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, intraocular lens implants, and retinal imaging. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 stars.

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19 Ratings
58 years of experience
9 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Washington Hospital
6 written reviews
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
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I went to Dr. Guevara's twice, 10 years apart for to remove a bulge on the lower eye lid . He did a good job the fist time but botched the second. He got angry when I pointed out that I was did not liker the outcome. I am sorry i went to him the second time and would never recommend him to anybody at present.

June 10th, 2017

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I was referred by a plastic surgeon who had surgery on my eye 3 times and didn't succeed, so he referred me to Dr Paul Gavaris, he hasn't correct the problem ,but he give me indication that he knows where the problem is, and I am praying to this great god that I am going to get my problem solve.

January 16th, 2016

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Dr. Gavaris operated on my eyes twice for ptosis repair, but I still ended up with obviously asymmetric eyes and extensive scar tissue. It took another local oculoplastic surgeon at a teaching hospital to correct the problem Dr. Gavaris couldn't fix. One eye is now very dry thanks to 3 surgeries. Moreover, Dr. Gavaris became angry when I pointed out after 1st surgery that my eyes were not even. It didn't stop his office from billing my insurance a second time though.

July 12th, 2012

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One of the most professional, talented, caring men I have ever met. He did a beautiful job on eyelid reduction and eyebrow lift for me a few years ago. I don't think there is anyone more skilled and he is extremely nice as well!

July 19th, 2011

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Dr Gavaris repaired a difficult problem claimed to be unfixable by other eye doctors. The difficult diagnosis was exactly correct and the repair perfect. Technically he is a wizard and personally he is wonderful. I am beyond grateful to have found myself in his hands after so many other failed procedures.

August 26th, 2010

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Dr. Gavaris is THE best eye doctor in the DC area..of course his daughter has big shoes to fill!

June 6th, 2009

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4910 Massachusetts Ave NW # 21Washington, DC 20016

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8330 Boone Blvd Ste 160Vienna, VA 22182

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5550 Friendship Blvd Ste 270Chevy Chase, MD 20815

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Dr. Paul Theodore Gavaris, MD	Dr. Pamela D'Souza-David, MD	Dr. Tayyib Rana, MD	Dr. Armando Retana, DDS
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (19 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4 (36 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)
58 Years of Experience		28 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Washington , DC	Laurel , MD	Winchester , VA	Washington , DC
Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine And Health Sciences	Med School: Loma Linda University in California	Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine
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George Washington University School Of Medicine And Health Sciences

George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health SciencesGraduated in 1968

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What languages does Dr. Paul Gavaris speak?: Dr. Paul Gavaris speaks English and Spanish.

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