Summary

Dr. Robert Elgin is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 37 years to caring for patients with eye and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree and completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, along with additional training at the University of North Carolina Hospitals in both ophthalmology and internal medicine. Dr. Elgin is board certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology and provides care in English.

Dr. Elgin practices at Hampton Roads Eye Associates in Newport News, Virginia, and maintains hospital privileges at Riverside Regional Medical Center. He specializes in treating cataracts and allergic conditions that affect the eyes, such as allergic rhinitis. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams and dilated eye exams to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Elgin 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 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
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Hampton Roads Eye Associates Oyster Point

11800 Rock Landing DrNewport News, VA 23606
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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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
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37 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Newport News , VASaint Louis , MOLihue , HISuffolk , VA
Med School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: University of Colorado Med School: University of Virginia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Elgin

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • EmblemHealth
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Elgin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Elgin has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Cataract Surgery
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Glaucoma

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Ophthalmology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine
University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

Medical School

Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FLGraduated in 1989
University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill NcGraduated in 1989

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Dr. Robert Elgin is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center.
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Dr. Robert Elgin's office is located at 11800 Rock Landing Dr, Newport News, VA, 23606.

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