Dr. Richard Dax Hawkins, MD

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Primary: Ophthalmologist (Eye Doctor)

Sub-Specialty: General

Additional Specialties: Ophthalmology

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Extra Phones: Fax: (910) 763-4608
AKA: Hawkins Richard D MD
Other Link: https://www.wilmingtoneye.com
Categories: Physicians & Surgeons, Ophthalmology, Laser Vision Correction, Optometrists, Physicians & Surgeons, Physicians & Surgeons, Cosmetic Surgery, Physicians & Surgeons, Family Medicine & General Practice, Physicians & Surgeons, Pediatrics, Physicians & Surgeons, Plastic & Reconstructive

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03/16/2014

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Little time for patient

He has other Dr. sending him patients through referrals. He tries to run folks through like running cattle through a chute. Does spend time with the patient explaining procedures, but does spent time trying to get you to sign to have the other eye done whether it needed it or not. Was told by my regular eye doctor the other eye's cataract was very minor and did not need to be removed.

He scheduled surgeries and follow up for prior surgeries at the same time. He can't be at both places at the same time. Money hungry.

He did not even know who he had operated on from the day before.!!!!! scary

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Phone: (910) 763-3601

Address: 1729 New Hanover Medical Park Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403

Website: https://www.wilmingtoneye.com

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