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Dr. Lawrence Gans, MD

Dr. Lawrence Gans, MD

Ophthalmology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Gans, MD is an ophthalmologist in Alton, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Boone Hospital Center and Barnes Jewish Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

1 Professional Dr Ste 260 Alton, IL 62002

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Gans 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Gans' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gans

4.0
12 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
75%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
25%
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Dr. Gans and his staff were top-notch -- I will be a patient for life!
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
Helpful
Sep 18, 2020
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I do not recommend this doctor. After being promised to give me 20/20 vision and after $9800.00 my vision is not better in the least. Had cataract surgery in April 2018 and was told that if I spent this money he would "guarantee" me 20/20 vision only to be then told by him after post surgery that at this point I will just have to "live with it" Not to mention his office keeps billing me for post-surgery services that were not performed! Very disappointed and no way would I recommend this Dr.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Michael A. Varady in Maryland Heights, MO – Dec 05, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lawrence Gans is a Refractive, Cataract and Corneal Surgery Specialist. His surgical expertise includes LASIK, ICL, and other forms of refractive surgery, cataract & lens implant surgery, DSAEK, corneal transplantation, tumors and trauma to...read more
  • Ophthalmology

  • 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.

  • Jules Stein Eye Institute Ucla

    Fellowship Hospital, 1982
  • Barnes - Jewish Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1978
  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1978
  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Office1 Professional Dr Ste 260 Alton, IL 62002
1
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
  • Directions
Office7934 N Lindbergh Blvd # A Hazelwood, MO 63042
2
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz
    Saint Louis, MO 63110
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Boone Hospital Center

    1600 E Broadway
    Columbia, MO 65201
    Recipient of 20
    hospital awards

    America's 100 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

    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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Christian Hospital

    11133 Dunn Rd
    Saint Louis, MO 63136
    Recipient of 8
    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 nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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