Summary

Dr. Winston Cope is an ophthalmologist with more than five decades of experience treating eye conditions and vision problems. They earned their medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and completed residency training at Duke University Medical Center. With 54 years in practice, Dr. Cope brings extensive expertise to patient care and speaks both English and Spanish.

Dr. Cope practices at The Eye Institute of West Florida in St. Petersburg, Florida, and maintains hospital privileges at HCA Florida Largo West Hospital. They specialize in managing dry eye conditions and keratoconjunctivitis sicca, providing comprehensive eye examinations for patients experiencing various vision concerns. Dr. Cope also performs diagnostic blood work including complete blood counts when medically necessary. Patients consistently rate their care highly, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 54 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Duke University Medical Center
  • 19 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

The Eye Institute of West Florida

6133 Central Ave Ste WeiSt Petersburg, FL 33710
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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54 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, French, Chinese
St Petersburg , FLTampa , FLTampa , FLZephyrhills , FL
Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: Meharry Medical College Med School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok Med School: Vanderbilt, School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Winston T. Cope

  • Aetna
  • America's 1st Choice
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna - PPO
  • EmblemHealth
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Evolutions Healthcare Systems
  • HealthPartners
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Winston T. Cope has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Winston T. Cope 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
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Duke University Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Florida College Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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Dr. Winston Cope is affiliated with Hca Florida Largo West Hospital.
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