Dr. Richard Larry Dotson, MD

Dr. Richard Dotson is an ophthalmologist who also practices family medicine, bringing five decades of medical expertise to his patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center. With 51 years of experience in healthcare, Dr. Dotson provides comprehensive eye care alongside general medical services. He is fluent in French and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.

Dr. Dotson practices at Greater Northeast Eye Care Center in Washington, DC, where he focuses on treating common eye conditions and performing essential diagnostic procedures. He specializes in managing glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, helping patients preserve their vision through expert care. Dr. Dotson also treats cataracts, one of the most common age-related eye conditions. His practice includes retinal imaging and visual field testing to monitor eye health and detect …problems early.