Summary

Dr. William Gillespie is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the eyes and vision. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hospital. With 46 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Gillespie has built extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Gillespie practices at Columbus Eye Clinic And Laser Surgery Center and Eye Laser Surgery Center Of Columbus, both located in Columbus, Mississippi, and maintains hospital privileges at Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle. His clinical focus includes treating cataracts and age-related macular degeneration, two of the most common vision-threatening conditions. He performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures to help restore clear vision for his patients. Patients have given Dr. Gillespie an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 46 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Columbus Eye Clinic And Laser Surgery Center

425 Hospital Dr Ste 8Columbus, MS 39705
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

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Dr. William Meek Gillespie, MDDr. Sean Christian Allison, MDDr. John Ogden Mason, MDDr. James Samuel Brown, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.4 
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46 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Russian Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Columbus , MSHattiesburg , MSBirmingham , ALStarkville , MS
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Meek Gillespie

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Meek Gillespie has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Meek Gillespie 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

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Mississippi, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Hospital

Medical School

University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980

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Dr. William Gillespie speaks English.
Where is Dr. William Gillespie's office located?
Dr. William Gillespie's office is located at 425 Hospital Dr Ste 8, Columbus, MS, 39705.

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