Summary

Dr. Robert Van Der Vaart is an ophthalmologist who completed his medical education at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. He specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in treating complex eye conditions. Dr. Van Der Vaart is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Van Der Vaart practices at New Hanover Regional Medical Center Rehabilitation Hospital and sees patients at multiple Wilmington Eye locations throughout Wilmington and Southport, North Carolina. He focuses on treating glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, and cataracts. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, intraocular lens implant procedures, and laser iridotomy to help restore and preserve vision for his patients.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Wake Forest University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Van Der Vaart has 4 locations

Wilmington Eye

1120 Medical Center DrWilmington, NC 28401
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

Wilmington Eye

1729 New Hanover Medical Park DrWilmington, NC 28403
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Wilmington Eye

5211 Eason St Ste 1Southport, NC 28461
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

Wilmington Eye

9020 Senca DrWilmington, NC 28411

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
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9 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 42 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
Wilmington , NCWilmington , NCWilmington , NCWILMINGTON , NC
Med School: Wake Forest University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Central Florida College Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Van Der Vaart

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Humana
  • Liberty Health Advantage - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Van Der Vaart has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Van Der Vaart has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Wake Forest University School Of Medicine.

NPI Number

Dr. Van Der Vaart's NPI number is 1538450499.

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