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Dr. C Mitchell Gilbert, MD

Dr. C Mitchell Gilbert, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. C Mitchell Gilbert, MD is an ophthalmologist in Farmington, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Hartford Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

499 Farmington Ave Ste 100 Farmington, CT 06032

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Dr. Gilbert's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gilbert

3.5
13 ratings, 5 with a written review
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1 star
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Never again
I never felt more rushed in an appointment. No sense of connection whatsoever. It was a matter of seeing me for five minutes. I went last year and another doctor at this practice did not write my prescription right and I literally had to wait three weeks for the right script. I tried again asking for another doctor and Dr Gilbert saw me, and for the second year, I’m told I have cataracts but I don’t need surgery. I can’t read a sign 500 feet down the road but I don’t need the surgery?? I have made another appointment to be seen by a reputable doctor who has the reputation of actually listening to patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 18, 2022
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Dr Gilbert saved my sight 25 years ago. I have weak retinas due to premature birth and sight in only my right eye. He is kind and caring. He can also explain in lay man terms any problem that occurs. i would wait however any amount of time to see him. I have referred him to all of my family and friends.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Jul 22, 2019
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Fantastic doctor very caring sees you before op after op and calls you night after op also checks you the next day. If you need cateract surgery you cannot do any better. Great 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
6 others found this helpful
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Renaud gilbert in New hartford ct, CT – Sep 02, 2018
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I came to Dr. Gilbert with an unusually complicetd eye history, including multiple eye injuries and surgeries. Over the last 3 & 1/2 years, he has cared for my vision with great skill, professionalism, and real compassion. For these, I am sincerely grateful.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Nov 03, 2017
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Worst patient/doctor rapport ever - poor disposition and very clinical explanation. Did not want to answer my questions. Appeared that I was taking his valuable time. He said I needed a corneal transplant. Referred to his ass't to set up surgery, but it couldn't be done for 2-3 months. Went for a second opinion and learned that it could be something else. later determined by 2nd doc to try steroid eye drops, b/c it was a virus in eye and surgery not needed. Bad attitude and bad diagnosis!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
17 others found this helpful
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South Windsor, CT – Nov 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. C Mitchell Gilbert, MD is an ophthalmologist in Farmington, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Hartford Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

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

  • Wesleyan University

    Undergraduate School
  • Harvard Medical School

    Fellowship Hospital, 1986
  • Harvard University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1986
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1982
  • Johns Hopkins

    Residency Hospital, 1982
  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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  • “Best Doctors” by Hartford Magazine, 2015

  • Connecticut Magazine: Connecticut’s Best Doctors, 2015-18

Locations

Practice

Consulting Ophthalmologists PC499 Farmington Ave Ste 100 Farmington, CT 06032
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hartford Hospital

    80 Seymour St
    Hartford, CT 06102
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

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