Dr. Chequita Hilversum, OD

Dr. Chequita Hilversum, OD

Optometrist
212 State Road 312, ST AUGUSTINE, FL
Dr. Hilversum’s interest in eyes started when she was a child listening to stories on how her great grandmother lost her sight due to glaucoma. As the years went by and more family members developed this condition her fascination grew. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in chemistry and an AA degree in Opticianry, she worked as an optician for a few years before going back to school. In 1995, she received her doctorate degree in optometry from Nova Southern University. Afterwards, she did a residency in primary care optometry at the VA in Brockton and Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hilversum had her own practice in Panama City, FL, and also in Suriname, South America. She likes to help people see better and enjoys her work. She speaks several languages including English, Dutch, Spanish and Sranan Tongo (a dialect spoken in Suriname). In her spare time, she likes spending time with her husband and to do word puzzles, Sudoku and exercise.
Highly recommended
92% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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Overall rating

4.67

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Chequita Hilversum

Dr. Hilversum’s interest in eyes started when she was a child listening to stories on how her great grandmother lost her sight due to glaucoma. As the years went by and more family members developed this condition her fascination grew. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in chemistry and an AA degree in Opticianry, she worked as an optician for a few years before going back to school. In 1995, she received her doctorate degree in optometry from Nova Southern University. Afterwards, she did a residency in primary care optometry at the VA in Brockton and Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Hilversum had her own practice in Panama City, FL, and also in Suriname, South America. She likes to help people see better and enjoys her work. She speaks several languages including English, Dutch, Spanish and Sranan Tongo (a dialect spoken in Suriname). In her spare time, she likes spending time with her husband and to do word puzzles, Sudoku and exercise.

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Popular visit reasons

Comprehensive Eye Exam
Contact Lens Exam
Contact Lenses
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation
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Office location

MyEyeDr. - St Augustine
212 State Road 312, ST AUGUSTINE, FL 32086

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Nova Southeastern University, Doctor of Optometry
  • Brockton VA Medical Center, Residency in Primary Care

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Dutch

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1437148509

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Overall rating
4.67
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Dr. Chequita Hilversum's office is located at 212 State Road 312, ST AUGUSTINE, FL 32086.

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Dr. Chequita Hilversum speaks English, Spanish, and Dutch.

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12 patients have reviewed Dr. Chequita Hilversum. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.67/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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