Dr. Shih Yin A. Kao, MD | Lagrange, GA | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Shih Yin Kao is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision disorders. She earned her medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. With three decades of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Kao brings extensive expertise to her practice. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kao practices at Emory Clark Holder Clinic in Lagrange, Georgia, and maintains hospital privileges at Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center. She specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, helping patients preserve and restore their vision. Her practice includes advanced procedures such as cataract surgery and retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given Dr. Kao an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars for her care.

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accepting new patients
4.4

16 Ratings
30 years of experience
19 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Tennessee Health Science Center
6 written reviews
1 specialty
13 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Kao's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

16 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Every time I go in to see Dr kao she tells me one thing and does another yet she never calls me to tell me she changed her mind. I have to stay on top of it, she was fired as my doctor! Terrible DR , love her staff, just not her. I don’t think she knows what she’s doing from the moment she saw my eyes twitching, like it was something from out of this world. She definitely lacks knowledge and professionalism. She tells me she’s going to do surgery and doesn’t tell me she changed her mind, then she tells me she’s going to give me steroids and keeps me waiting days till I call and find out she changed her mind again. It’s dangerous for my eyes to cross the way they do and she’s clueless and she’s supposed to be a professional. She has me come in for check up just to get an easy pay check cuz she never does anything to help me. Wasting my time when I could’ve found a better doctor. I waited months thinking she’s going to doctor me up to find out that she never intended to do anything.

October 9th, 2024

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I have been a patient of Dr. Kao for several years and I also have under gone several surgeries. Dr.Kao, is the most caring physician I have ever had. Dr. Kao does not treat you like you are on an assembly line. All questions asked, are explained in detail so you can understand any problem with your eyes. I wish I could have her attend to all of my ailments! My husband says, "ditto"!

July 25th, 2018

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I was legally blind and she did cataract surgery on both my eyes. S She was outstanding and now I can see the same as when I was a kid! Love her!

February 11th, 2018

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She looks after my mom as a total person and answers all my questions to help her??

April 21st, 2017

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wonderful experience. Dr. kao has great personality that makes one feel welcome, and puts you at ease. Her explanation of your problem or condition by showing results and demonstrating her knowledge helps us understand our condition and the recommended treatment or procedure. Thanks Rick

September 26th, 2016

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Outstanding doctor in her field. One of the few times I would say that about a specific doctor.

November 9th, 2015

Emory Clark Holder Clinic Lagrange

303 Smith StLagrange, GA 30240

Tel: (706) 882-8831

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

Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Dr. Shih Yin Anna Kao, MD	Dr. Joseph Citron, MD	Dr. Lawrence Franklin Brack, MD	Dr. Stephen Michael Collins, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.4 (16 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.4 (14 Ratings)	4.3 (4 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience	55 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience	43 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	Speaks English
Lagrange , GA	Atlanta , GA	Lagrange , GA	Valley , AL
Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine	Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University	Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine	Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Cataract Surgery
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
Macular Degeneration
Retinal Detachment
Thyroid Diseases
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Georgia, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Tennessee Health Science Center

Medical School

Southern Illinois University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Ophthalmology
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(0)
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Ophthalmology
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(0)
Dr. Abdul Ahad Kazi, MD
Ophthalmology
29 Years Exp | Anniston, AL
(17)
Dr. Joseph Citron, MD
Ophthalmology
55 Years Exp | Atlanta, GA
(0)
Dr. Lawrence Franklin Brack, MD
Ophthalmology
32 Years Exp | Lagrange, GA
(14)
Dr. Stephen Michael Collins, MD
Ophthalmology
43 Years Exp | Valley, AL
(4)

Which hospitals is Dr. Shih Yin Kao affiliated with?: Dr. Shih Yin Kao is affiliated with Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center.
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What languages does Dr. Shih Yin Kao speak?: Dr. Shih Yin Kao speaks English and Spanish.

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