Summary

Dr. Thomas Prater is a board-certified ophthalmologist with 43 years of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-saving surgeries. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Barnes Jewish Hospital. Dr. Prater speaks English and has built his expertise over more than four decades of dedicated practice in eye care.

Dr. Prater is affiliated with Coxhealth Medical Center South and practices at multiple locations throughout Missouri, including Springfield, Lebanon, and Branson. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision. Patients rate Dr. Prater 5.0 out of 5 stars for his comprehensive eye exams and surgical care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 43 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas G Prater has 4 locations

Mattax Neu Prater Eye Surgery Center

1265 E Primrose StSpringfield, MO 65804
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

Mattax Neu Prater Eye Center Inc

430 N Jefferson AveLebanon, MO 65536
Mon8:30 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

Mattax Neu Prater Eye Center Inc

168 S Payne Stewart Dr Ste 200Branson, MO 65616
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

Coxhealth Medical Center South

3801 S National AveSpringfield, MO 65807

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Dr. Thomas G Prater, MDDr. Lawrence Tychsen, MDDr. Margaret Reynolds, MDDr. Kenneth William Neu, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
4.7 
43 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 39 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 Speaks English
Springfield , MOSpringfield , MOSpringfield , MOBranson , MO
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School of Medicine (Medical Education) Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas G Prater

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas G Prater has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas G Prater has the following 11 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Barnes Jewish Hospital

Medical School

Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Thomas Prater's office located?
Dr. Thomas Prater's office is located at 1265 E Primrose St, Springfield, MO, 65804.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Prater affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Prater is affiliated with Coxhealth Medical Center South.

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