Summary

Dr. Stephen Farkas is an ophthalmologist who brings 48 years of medical experience to his practice in Gainesville, Georgia. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and completed his residency at the Medical College of Georgia. His extensive career spans nearly five decades in eye care, providing him with deep expertise in treating vision disorders and eye conditions. Dr. Farkas is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Farkas practices at multiple locations throughout Gainesville, including Gainesville Eye Associates And Eye Center and maintains an affiliation with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham. His long-standing presence in the community reflects his commitment to providing comprehensive eye care to patients in northeast Georgia. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, demonstrating their confidence in his clinical skills and patient care approach.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 48 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Medical College Of Georgia
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Stephen Julius Farkas has 4 locations

Gainesville Eye Associates And Eye Center

2061 Beverly RdGainesville, GA 30501
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

Stephen J Farkas Md

673 Tommy Aaron DrGainesville, GA 30506

Good News Clinics

810 Pine StGainesville, GA 30501
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Stephen Julius Farkas, MDDr. Alison Charruf RuchDr. Eric Akonwi MaboDr. Hallie Gilleland
OphthalmologyEmergency MedicineInternal MedicineEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
48 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Gainesville , GADanbury , NCGainesville , GAGainesville , GA
Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: Freie Universitaet Berlin Medizinische Fachbereich
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephen Julius Farkas

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Stephen Julius Farkas has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stephen Julius Farkas has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Other
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Georgia.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Farkas' NPI number is 1952399198.

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Dr. Stephen Julius Farkas is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Habersham.
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