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Dr. David McGarey, MD

Dr. David McGarey, MD

Cataract Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. David McGarey, MD is a cataract surgery specialist in Flagstaff, AZ and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Flagstaff Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 94 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (94 reviews)

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Southwestern Eye Center - Mesa Stapley

Locations

Southwestern Eye Center - Mesa Stapley

Bdpec Asc Flagstaff350 N Switzer Canyon Dr Flagstaff, AZ 86001
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. McGarey specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. McGarey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McGarey

4.8

94 ratings, 80 with a written review
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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 person found this helpful
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Henry M. Vyner, M.D. – Nov 03, 2022
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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 person found this helpful
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Kelly Spahn – Oct 05, 2022
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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
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Barbara Mayfield – Jul 24, 2022
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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 person found this helpful
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Steve S – Apr 04, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Bill Lucas – Mar 30, 2022
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Mar 09, 2022
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Mar 08, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Sandy Christmas – Feb 17, 2022
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Feb 16, 2022
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Feb 15, 2022
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Feb 09, 2022
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Jan 29, 2022
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Jan 25, 2022
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Jan 25, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 15, 2021
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Dec 03, 2021
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Dec 03, 2021
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Dec 02, 2021
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Nov 08, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Our Mission: To provide world class eye care while using leading edge technology. We offer highly trained surgeons, doctors and staff to produce quality outcomes in a compassionate and patient centered environment.

biography

Dr. David McGarey is a graduate of Wright State University School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. He completed his family practice residency training at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, AZ and completed his residency in ophthalmology at Eastern Virginia...read more
  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

  • Ophthalmology

  • Ophthalmic Surgery

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

  • Eastern Virginia Graduate School Of Medicine|saint Joseph's Hospital & Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1997
  • Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
  • American Medical Association, Fellow

  • American Academy of Ophthalmologists, Member

  • American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Member

  • English

  • Spanish

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Flagstaff Medical Center

    1200 N Beaver St
    Flagstaff, AZ 86001
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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