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Dr. Donald Poland, MD

Dr. Donald Poland, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Poland, MD is an ophthalmologist in Lawrenceville, GA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities Piedmont Hospital and Northside Hospital Gwinnett. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

771 Old Norcross Rd Ste 150 Lawrenceville, GA 30046
(770) 995-5408

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Poland 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
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Poland's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Poland

4.0

28 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Glenda Dotson – Sep 07, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Carolyn – Jul 12, 2023
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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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anthony caruso – Mar 16, 2023
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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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Judy Myers – Feb 15, 2022
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mary H Williams – Aug 30, 2020
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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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anthony in suwanee,ga – Apr 26, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Ida P. Pearson in Lawrenceville, GA – Jun 13, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Robert Kim in Atlanta, GA – Oct 18, 2016
We are so pleased that you had a good experience....Read More
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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
8 people found this helpful
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Joe in Duluth, GA – Mar 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I chose ophthalmology because it fits my personality. I like the joy patients receive when they have surgery that corrects their vision problems. I was privileged to train under two of the leading cornea experts in the world, Dr. Herb Kaufman and...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Surgery

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

  • Cornea & Refractive 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.

  • Louisiana State University Eye Center, New Orleans

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Erlanger Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Erlanger Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982

  • University Of Tennessee

    Undergraduate School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Georgia Eye Associates PC771 Old Norcross Rd Ste 150 Lawrenceville, GA 30046
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Georgia Eye Associates-Buckhead3120 Maple Dr NE Atlanta, GA 30305
2
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Piedmont Hospital

    1968 Peachtree Rd NW
    Atlanta, GA 30309
    Recipient of 30
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Northside Hospital Gwinnett

    1000 Medical Center Blvd
    Lawrenceville, GA 30046
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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