Dr. Susan Senft, MD

Ophthalmology*FemaleAge 70

Ophthalmology*

Dr. Susan Senft, MD is an ophthalmologist in Kailua Kona, HI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1979. She is affiliated with medical facilities Hilo Medical Center and Kona Community Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

Dr. Susan Senft, MD

Practice

75-170 Hualalai Rd Ste B105 Kailua Kona, HI 96740

Accepting new patients

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Senft specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Senft's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Senft

3.2

46 ratings, 16 with a written review
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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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Rnko – Feb 28, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Andrea M – Aug 09, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
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Feb 25, 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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Linda – Feb 11, 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
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Marlene Correia- Martinez – Dec 05, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 01, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Marcy Houle in Portland, OR – Jun 07, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Jim Allegretti in Kurtistown, Hawaii – Mar 21, 2018
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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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dorothea in Na’alehu, HI – Jan 07, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Los Angeles, CA – Jun 28, 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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Honolulu, HI – Jun 15, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Tonya M. in Wasilla, AK – Jun 01, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
13 people found this helpful
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Kailua Kona, HI – Apr 18, 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
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Debra G in Boise, ID – Mar 06, 2016
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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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Bill in British Columbia, Canada – Feb 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Susan Senft, MD is an ophthalmologist in Kailua Kona, HI and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1979. She is affiliated with medical...read more
  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • King Khaled Eye Specl Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985
  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1983
  • St Marys Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1980
  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Board actions foundState licensing board
More than three years ago

Locations

Practice

Office75-170 Hualalai Rd Ste B105 Kailua Kona, HI 96740
1
Island Eye Care Inc.75-1028 Henry St Ste 200 Kailua Kona, HI 96740
2
Eugene W.M. NG M.D. LLC1178 Kinoole St Ste A Hilo, HI 96720
3

Practice

Eyewear Hilo LLC899 Ululani St Ste 2 Hilo, HI 96720
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hilo Medical Center

    1190 Waianuenue Ave
    Hilo, HI 96720
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

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

    5% higher than the national average

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  • Kona Community Hospital

    79-1019 Haukapila St
    Kealakekua, HI 96750
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

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

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

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

    5% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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