4.7
37 Ratings with 22 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Lauten is a native of Mobile, AL and a graduate of Vanderbilt University where he was summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa. He attended South Alabama College of Medicine on Scholarship and later returned to Vanderbilt for his residency in Ophthalmology. He completed a 2-year Vitreoretinal Surgery fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
During his stay in Birmingham, he was the attending for the Callahan Eye Emergency Department and Birmingham Veteran Affairs Medical Center. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and presently resides in Hattiesburg, MS with his wife, Anna, and his three daughters Murphy, Lanier, and Mary Wright.
Featured Review
Dr. Lauten is smart but most importantly he listens and cares. Super kind, no rush, and I always leave feeling better. I have found this to be the Best Retina practice in Mississippi.
Office Location
Retina Specialists Of Mississippi
109 Millsaps Dr Ste BHattiesburg, MS 39402Mon8:00 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
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University of Alabama at Birmingham
- 22 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wright Lauten
Medical Specialties
Dr. Wright Lauten has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Wright Lauten has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
Dr. Wright Lauten holds an active medical license in the state of Mississippi. They are board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
Medical License
Ophthalmologist with an active medical license in the state of Mississippi that expires in 2028.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Residency
Completed their residency at Vanderbilt University Medical School, Vanderbilt Eye Institute.
Medical School
Graduated from South Alabama College of Medicine (Scholarship).
NPI Number
Dr. Lauten's NPI number is 1174781231.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Wright Lauten speak?
- Dr. Wright Lauten speaks English.
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- Dr. Wright Lauten has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Wright Lauten's office located?
- Dr. Wright Lauten's office is located at 109 Millsaps Dr Ste B, Hattiesburg, MS, 39402.
- Does Dr. Wright Lauten accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Wright Lauten accepts on their Vitals profile.
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