3.7
6 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Philip Kath is an ophthalmologist who graduated from the prestigious Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Health System. With five decades of medical practice, he brings extensive experience to treating complex eye conditions. Dr. Kath is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping him connect with a diverse patient population.
Dr. Kath practices at UNC Health Blue Ridge Morganton and maintains offices throughout North Carolina, including locations in Morganton, Shelby, Forest City, and Rutherford College. He specializes in treating cataracts, presbyopia, and astigmatism. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to restore clear vision. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Kath practices at UNC Health Blue Ridge Morganton and maintains offices throughout North Carolina, including locations in Morganton, Shelby, Forest City, and Rutherford College. He specializes in treating cataracts, presbyopia, and astigmatism. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to restore clear vision. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.7 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 50 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Cleveland Clinic Health System
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Philip Douglas Kath has 6 locationsMorganton Eye Physicians Pa And Surgery Center
335 E Parker RdMorganton, NC 28655 Tel: (828) 433-1000
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
Eye Surgery Center Of Shelby
1622 E Marion StShelby, NC 28150 Tel: (704) 482-2020
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
The Forest City Eye Clinic
640 Oak StForest City, NC 28043 Tel: (828) 245-5550
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
Rutherford College Eye Clinic
831 Malcolm BlvdRutherford College, NC 28671 Tel: (828) 874-1000
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Morganton Eye Physicians Pa And Surgery Center
1622 E Marion StShelby, NC 28150 Tel: (704) 482-2020
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. Philip Douglas Kath, MD | Dr. Ralph Everett Oursler, MD | Dr. Brian Charles Adair, MD | Dr. Stephen Sherrod Scott, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 50 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, Chinese | Speaks Spanish, Chinese | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Morganton , NC | Lincolnton , NC | Lenoir , NC | Morganton , NC |
| Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine | Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Philip Douglas Kath
Medical Specialties
Dr. Philip Douglas Kath has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Philip Douglas Kath has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
50 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Cleveland Clinic Health System
Medical School
Mayo Clinic Alix School Of MedicineGraduated in 1976
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- Dr. Philip Kath speaks English and Spanish.
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- Dr. Philip Kath's office is located at 335 E Parker Rd, Morganton, NC, 28655.
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