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Dr. Barbara Bowers, MD

Dr. Barbara Bowers, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Barbara Bowers, MD is an ophthalmologist in Paducah, KY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital and Baptist Health Paducah. She is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1130 Lone Oak Rd Paducah, KY 42003

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bowers specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Bowers' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bowers

4.3
15 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
80%
80%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
13%
13%
1 star
7%
7%

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Dr. Bowers fully explain my eye health and the surgery to correct them. She answered all of my questions. She is a very personable doctor with extensive knowledge of eye health.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Armando Asaro – Mar 20, 2021
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I was sent to Dr. Barbara Bowers by the Veteran Administration for cataracts. I received a call immediately and was given an appointment within one week. I went to Innovative Ophthalmology and received extensive testing by very competent and nice technicians. I was greeted by Dr. Bowers and she was very friendly and helpful. She explained my situation in a way that I could understand. One week later I went for cataract surgery and it was a great experience and my eyesight is really good. All of the staff were extremely nice to me. I am looking forward to getting my other eye taken care of. I would recommend Dr. Bowers and her staff to anyone. FYI the facility is top notch and very clean.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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John dunn – Feb 26, 2021
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I had cataract surgery on both eyes with Dr. Bowers nearly 11 years ago, very successful. My husband, who will be 89 tomorrow, just had his second cataract surgery with her last Wednesday. I would not go to another Dr. for any eye problem. I have recommended her to several people and can't praise her enough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Nancy Foster in Puryear, TN – Mar 02, 2019
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After over 50 surgeries since "84", I have been treated by the best MD'S in Chicago. I found Dr. Bowers' care to to be Exceptional!! I've only been to my 1st appt. However, I found her office to be very professional & thorough. I've never been to an opthamologist before. I felt 100% satisfied. I had a surgeon for 35 yrs( 1 of 10 best in nation), Dr Bowers & staff made me feel that same level of care, that I had. I would recommend her to anyone, w/out a 2nd thought! She is one of the BEST!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Brent in Vienna, Il. – Aug 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Barbara Bowers, MD is an ophthalmologist in Paducah, KY and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine in 1992. She is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital and Baptist Health Paducah. She is accepting new patients.
  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Louisville

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • Kettering Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993
  • University Of Louisville School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
  • Transylvania University

    Undergraduate School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
  • LaserVision's Top 100 Surgeons, 2006

  • America's Top Ophthalmologists, 2007

  • Alcon Cataract Advisory Council, 2007

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Locations

Practice

Barbara Bowers MD PLLC1130 Lone Oak Rd Paducah, KY 42003
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Health Paducah

    2501 Kentucky Ave
    Paducah, KY 42003
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital

    1530 Lone Oak Rd
    Paducah, KY 42003
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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