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Dr. Stephen Blaydes, MD

Dr. Stephen Blaydes, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Blaydes, MD is an ophthalmologist in Bluefield, WV and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Blaydes has extensive experience in Eye Conditions. He graduated from SHANNON WEST TEXAS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Welch Community Hospital and Beckley ARH Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

1109 W Cumberland Rd Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-8128

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Blaydes 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. Blaydes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blaydes

3.9

14 ratings, 6 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
2 people found this helpful
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Stephanie – Feb 17, 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
1 person found this helpful
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May 18, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Aug 26, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Patricia Norris – Sep 14, 2019
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Edward Frankenfield in Princeton, WV – Apr 27, 2017
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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
Helpful
Judy O' in Daniels WV – Jan 24, 2017
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biography

Dr. Stephen Blaydes, MD is an ophthalmologist in Bluefield, WV and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Blaydes has extensive experience in Eye Conditions. He graduated from SHANNON WEST TEXAS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL in 1993. He...read more

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Shannon West Texas Memorial Hospital

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Stephen H. Blaydes MD1109 W Cumberland Rd Bluefield, WV 24701
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Practice

Antonin Ocular Prosthetics LLC70 Brookshire Ln Beckley, WV 25801
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Welch Community Hospital

    454 McDowell St
    Welch, WV 24801
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    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.

    92%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Summers County ARH Hospital

    115 Summers Hospital Rd
    Hinton, WV 25951

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

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    91%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Clinch Valley Medical Center

    6801 Governor Gc Peery Hwy
    Richlands, VA 24641
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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