Summary

Scott Sands specializes in ophthalmology and preventative medicine, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They completed medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and went on to complete residency training at the University of Texas Health System. With 52 years of experience in practice, Scott Sands has developed extensive knowledge in comprehensive eye care and vision health.

Scott Sands practices at multiple locations in Lubbock, Texas, and maintains hospital affiliations with UT Health Jacksonville. They focus on treating common eye conditions including cataracts, presbyopia, and glaucoma. Their clinical services include comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and dilated eye exams to help patients maintain optimal vision health. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 52 years of experience
  • 35 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Texas Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations

Office Locations

Dr Scott Sands has 3 locations

Lubbock Va Outpatient Clinic

3510 4th StLubbock, TX 79415
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Texas Tech Physicians

3601 4th StLubbock, TX 79430
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

Texas Tech Physicians

3601 4th St Fl 2Lubbock, TX 79430

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyPreventative Medicine
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4.2 
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52 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Lubbock , TXWebster , TXWebster , TXAustin , TX
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: University of Minnesota Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Scott Sands

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AlwaysCare
  • AmeriGroup
  • APWU
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • GEHA
  • Home State Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • March Vision Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Superior Vision
  • Superior Vision - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Superior Vision - PPO
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr Scott Sands has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr Scott Sands has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Preventative Medicine
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Texas Health System

Medical School

University Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated in 1974

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Dr Scott Sands is affiliated with Ut Health Jacksonville.

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