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Dr. John Hazelton, MD

Dr. John Hazelton, MD

Ophthalmology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. John Hazelton, MD is an ophthalmologist in Murrells Inlet, SC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Grand Strand Medical Center and Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 61 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (61 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Hazelton specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Hazelton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hazelton

4.6
61 ratings, 56 with a written review
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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The office is extremely well run....Kay the office manager is knowledgeable.. efficient and a pleasure...she listens and treats me as if I'm the only patient and has the unique ability to understand anxiety......it's obvious she really cares..returns calls extremely fast and knows exactly
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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Carol H. – Aug 12, 2024
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Complete and well explained examinations by staff and Doctor
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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Stan Duro in Murrells Inlet ,SC – Mar 31, 2024
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Eye surgery to remove cataract
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
2 others found this helpful
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Marsha K. – Jan 28, 2022
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Grwat
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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Robert F. – Jan 28, 2022
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i felt at ease with Dr Hazelton...so glad I put my eyes in his 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
3 others found this helpful
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Judith B. A. – Sep 15, 2020
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Dr. Hazelton came highly recommended. He was very professional but made me feel at ease. He was thorough and explained my condition, the surgery procedure and aftercare. As anyone facing surgery is anxious, I am confident knowing I am in good hands with Dr. Hazelton.
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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Barbara S. – Sep 09, 2020
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Very pleased
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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Paul J. – Sep 05, 2020
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I never really feel like I am getting the details of info that I want. Like specific numbers vs “ doing well.” I was told that he would go over all the specifics and details virtually, as they appeared on the screen. But he didn’t. Said hello virtually then came in to look at my eyes. I’m used to more interaction and information exchange. Lara, on the other hand was wonderful!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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N. R. – Aug 29, 2020
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Very professional
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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Emma J. – Aug 15, 2020
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Six months check ups show to decline in my original diagnosis.
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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Patricia M. – Aug 13, 2020
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Efficeint and kind
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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John L. – Aug 13, 2020
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Everything went smooth mrs Kelly was great answered all of my additional questions must’ve called her four times since I got home I really appreciate her answering my questions and said I could call her anytime as many times as I need to
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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Dennis W. – Aug 13, 2020
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Always a good experience at Costal Eye Group, especially during this pandemic.
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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William A. – Aug 05, 2020
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Excellent. I drive three hours to continue seeing Dr Hazelton. He’s been great helping me handle this scary condition, and answers every question in an understandable way.
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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Tom T. – Jul 31, 2020
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Trusted the provider he was very professional was listening and until now did an excellent job
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Waguih M. S. – Jul 30, 2020
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I have been seeing Dr. Hazelton for several years. All of my visits have been informative.
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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Steve R. – Jul 29, 2020
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Great service
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Morner S. – Jul 26, 2020
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Professional, explains diagnosis well and treatments well. I have a lot of confidence in Dr. Hazelton.
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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Cathy S. – Jul 24, 2020
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Dr Hazelton is following up on my eye treatment. I feel confident in his 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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N A. – Jul 24, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Larry J. – Jul 18, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Hazelton is Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Glaucoma Society, and the Am

biography

Dr. Hazelton graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science with Distinction in Chemical Engineering. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New JerseyNew Jersey Medical School. Dr....read more
  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Tx Sthwstrn Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2001
  • University Tx Sthwstrn Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
  • Jersey Shore University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1998
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

    4070 Highway 17
    Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Grand Strand Medical Center

    809 82nd Pkwy
    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
    Recipient of 48
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

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

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

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

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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