4.8
18 Ratings with 9 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Robert Elgin is an ophthalmologist with 37 years of experience providing comprehensive eye care to patients. He earned his medical degree from Barry University in Florida and completed his residency training in ophthalmology at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and the University of North Carolina Hospitals, where he also trained in internal medicine. Dr. Elgin holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Elgin practices at Hampton Roads Eye Associates Oyster Point in Newport News, Virginia, and maintains hospital privileges at Riverside Regional Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes treating cataracts and managing diabetes-related eye complications, including geriatric diabetes care. He performs comprehensive eye examinations, dilated eye exams, and tonometry to monitor eye pressure. Patients have given Dr. Elgin an average rating of 4.8 stars for his care.
Dr. Elgin practices at Hampton Roads Eye Associates Oyster Point in Newport News, Virginia, and maintains hospital privileges at Riverside Regional Medical Center. His clinical expertise includes treating cataracts and managing diabetes-related eye complications, including geriatric diabetes care. He performs comprehensive eye examinations, dilated eye exams, and tonometry to monitor eye pressure. Patients have given Dr. Elgin an average rating of 4.8 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- 16 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine
- 9 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Office Location
Hampton Roads Eye Associates Oyster Point
11800 Rock Landing DrNewport News, VA 23606 Tel: (757) 643-8800
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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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 37 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Newport News , VA | Norfolk , VA | Hampton , VA | Williamsburg , VA |
| Med School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL | |||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Robert Elgin
Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Robert Elgin has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Robert Elgin holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia. 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 expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine and University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics.
Medical School
Graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL in 1989 and University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc in 1989.
NPI Number
Robert Elgin's NPI number is 1235116807.
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- Robert Elgin is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center.
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