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Dr. Frank Cotter, MD

Dr. Frank Cotter, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Frank Cotter, MD is an ophthalmologist in Roanoke, VA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital and Lewisgale Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

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

Practice

707 S Jefferson St Roanoke, VA 24016
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Dr. Cotter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cotter

4.3
15 ratings, 8 with a written review
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4 star
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3 star
13%
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Great Doctor,
Dr. Cotter, is the best, he save my husband vision, after another doctor mess one of his eyes up. Yes, you may have to wait to been go through eye test. his is the best if you want to keep your eyesight. Kathy Boyd, Roanoke, VA 9/7/2023
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 07, 2023
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Always plan to spend at least 2-3 hours & he spends 5 minutes with you. Parking is horrible & getting to his office is not good with walker or rollator. Last time I waited 35 minutes before being seen by anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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May 26, 2019
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Dr. Cotter as well as his staff always go above & beyond to make my every 6 month eye appointments pleasant. The care & compassion they show is wonderful. Sometimes my time spent in the office is long, but I know its for a good reason & they are doing their very best to treat my glaucoma. I can truly say that Dr. Cotter and his staff treat their patients like friends & their friends like family. The Roanoke area is lucky to have such a kind, compassionate, knowledgeable physician & 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
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Malinda in Roanoke, VA – Jun 22, 2017
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Dr Frank Cotter is wonderful, but his staff leave a bad taste in my experience with him. They are not sensitive to the needs of the patients. Example, I needed a tissue and there was an empty box in the waiting room. I pointed this out to a lady behind the desk and she stated we are aware of it but did not offer to get another box. It is my experience that when you need a tissue, you need it now, not in a half an hour. It was eventually replaced, but about a half hour later. ALWAYS LATE
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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Ruby in Roanoke, VA – Apr 22, 2016
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Dr. Cotter came out at 10:00 p.m. Sat. night opened his office and took care of me after a blow to my eye with a bungee cord. We drove 2 hrs. from WV, they could not find any doctor available or willing to see me till Monday. The emergency room Dr. was very worried about the blood he could see in the back of my eye & not being able to see. Dr. Cotter has cared for me since 5/2013. The night we met him he told us we would be treated like family & he has kept his word. My husband see him now.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Linda C in Wolfcreek, WV – Mar 20, 2016
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Dr. Cotter is extremely professional, very knowledgeable and understands exactly what his patients are going through. I am always pleased when I leave the office, always having an understanding as to what is going on with my vision. Thank You Dr. Cotter for all you do, your practice is fantastic.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Wayne in Roanoke, VA – Mar 02, 2016
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I would recommend Dr. Cotter for cataract laser surgery. I had cataracts removed, lens implant and IStent in both eyes (2 weeks apart). He and his staff explained what would happen during the surgery and recovery. Right after the procure was complete - what a difference - I could see without glasses (I'm 60 yrs old woman and have been wearing glasses for 53 years). Dr. Cotter and his staff are AWESOME - very caring, professional and would answer any question that you may have.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Ouida in Roanoke, VA – Mar 02, 2016
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Not good. Did laser surgery on my eye. Told me I would feel a little pinch. Was more like a fiery dart in my eye. Very painful. I groaned a few times and he told me to knock it off. Not very personable. He hurried to finish, then walked out telling employee to take care of me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
Helpful
David in Bedford, VA – Jan 22, 2016
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biography

Dr. Frank Cotter, MD is an ophthalmologist in Roanoke, VA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Carilion Franklin...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

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  • Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • University Va

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994

  • Walter Reed Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Letterman Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
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Practice

Vistar Eye Center Inc.707 S Jefferson St Roanoke, VA 24016
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(540) 344-4000
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