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Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD
Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience
Dr. Barinder Athwal, MD is an ophthalmologist in Toms River, NJ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1982. He is affiliated with Community Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
4.9 Star Rating
Based on 61 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (61 reviews)
SightMD New Jersey
14 Mule Rd Ste 1 Toms River, NJ 08755At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
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Dr. Athwal's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Athwal
4.9
61 ratings, 54 with a written review
| 5 star | 97% | 97% |
| 4 star | 2% | 2% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 2% | 2% |
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great doctor to talk with
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
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Steve N. – Feb 25, 2025
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Dr. Tony is a fantastic provider! He’s kind, caring, patient, gentle, and thorough!
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
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K. F. – Jan 22, 2025
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Great every time!!
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
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D. W. – Sep 22, 2024
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The doctor and his staff are amazing. From the first visit onward it was a pleasant experience
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
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Josephine P. – Sep 04, 2024
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Professional- what I needed during this visit.
What went well
- 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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Larion D. – Aug 17, 2024
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Trustworthy
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
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Marlene D. – Aug 17, 2024
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Dr Athwal takes his time and does not come to quick decisions which was unfortunately my experience at 20 Mule Road when someone there came up with a one visit diagnosis which was terribly wrong.
Thankfully Dr. B. Athwal corrected that persons mistake had he not done so it may have cost me my vision.
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
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George R. – Jun 11, 2024
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Always up beat and always answers your questions
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
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Martin M. – May 07, 2024
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Very positive and caring.
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
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Kevin R. – Sep 23, 2023
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My yearly check-up visit was a nice experience, I was taken around 10 minutes from my appointment time and was completely finished in a half an hour. After Dr. Tony did laser surgery (introcular lens) l on both my eyes back in 2019 my eyesight is still great! After 40 plus years of having to wear contacts and glasses, today I do not need either. Thank you Dr. Tony and staff
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
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Rosanne O. – Sep 22, 2023
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I will highly recommend them.
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
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Spencer H. – Aug 22, 2023
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See above
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
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Francine A. – Aug 08, 2023
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He is extremely knowledgeable, very thorough, takes the time to discuss the exam with you, and answers all your questions.
Would Highly recommend him to anyone that needs a professional to take care of their eyes.
Also, all of the staff their were very pleasant.
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
- Long wait times
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Nancy F. – Apr 12, 2023
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For years its been a satisfactory experience.
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
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W. K. – Feb 16, 2023
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The entire staff was professional and extremely efficient and I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking professional eye care.
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
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Kevin C. – Jan 31, 2023
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He greeted me warmly and took his time with my exam!
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
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Cecilia G. – Dec 07, 2022
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Always satisfied
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
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Lucy G. – Oct 11, 2022
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Professional, reassuring and very competent. Cataract surgery was free of stress.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 30, 2022
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Extremely caring and professional. Really listened and review all possible treatments with me. Entire staff was excellent
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
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Eugene Wagner – Jul 20, 2022
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I had cataract surgery on both of my eyes 3 weeks apart and I’m very satisfied with the results even when I have a lots of other problems with my eyesight, I also have glaucoma and maybe after the surgery I need lazer correction, but Dr Tony is 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
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Maria Silva – May 27, 2022
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About Me
care philosophy
Dr. Tony Athwal has been serving the Ocean County community since 1986. He is Board Certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology.biography
Dr. Tony Athwal has been serving the Ocean County community since 1986. He is Board Certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Beside starting his practice in Toms River, he also taught surgery to residents in training. Keeping up with...read moreOphthalmology
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Mcgill University School Of Medicine
Undergraduate SchoolUmdnj Affil Eye Res Nj
Residency Hospital, 1986Umdnj - University Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1983Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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