Dr. Louis Michaelos, DO

Dr. Louis Michaelos, DO

Ophthalmologist
838.6 mi · 1030 W Bay Dr, Largo, FL 33770

At a glance

4.90 stars (86 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 82 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Emblem Health, Medicare, more+ ·
Works at St. Michael's Eye and Laser Institute
Affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital
4.90
86 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.7

Recent reviews

Amazing! Doctor Mikolos was attentive and thorough, he addressed all of my concerns. He was very comforting and assuring. The staff was efficient. Knowledge, and friendly
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This was a first-time visit. The staff is extremely professional , knowledgeable, friendly, and kind. Dr. Michaelos thoroughly explained his diagnosis and answered all my questions in layman's terms. I would recommend this practice...5 stars.
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Office location

St. Michael's Eye and Laser Institute
838.6 mi · 1030 W Bay Dr, Largo, FL, 33770

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Glaucoma
Cataract
Glaucoma surgery
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Age-related macular degeneration
Secondary membranaous cataract surgery
Glaucoma
Cataract
Glaucoma surgery

More about Dr. Louis Michaelos, DO

Dr. Louis Michaelos becomes the third generation Ophthalmologist to join St. Michael’s Eye & Laser Institute alongside his father Dr. John Michaelos and his grandfather, Dr. Louis Michaelos, Sr. We are excited to continue the legacy with his incredible talents. Louis received his undergraduate degree in Biology at Stetson University. He earned his degree in Osteopathic Medicine at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale and completed his internship training in South Miami. He completed his residency at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine where he served as chief resident. After graduating, he attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he completed a fellowship in Cornea and Refractive surgery. Louis is Board Certified through the National Board of Examiners in Ophthalmology. In addition to treating and managing ocular diseases, Louis specializes in corneal transplantation, refractive surgeries such as LASIK and PRK, refractive lens exchange, anterior segment reconstruction, and advanced cataract surgery. His professional memberships include the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and the Pinellas County Ophthalmology Society.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Nova Southeastern University, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

Practice

St. Michael's Eye and Laser Institute

Affiliation

Morton Plant Hospital

Certifications

American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology

Professional memberships

American Osteopathic Association

Background

Languages spoken

English
Spanish
Greek

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1326453267

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.90
Wait time
4.71
Bedside manner
4.97
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Dr. Louis Michaelos and staff where excellent, friendly and very helpful. I would recommend them very highly to everyone.
great place, great staff! great doctor! so glad I listened to the reviews and found this practice.
Excellent service, very clean facilities, very professional staff. Very satisfactory.
I couldn’t recommend a better staff or doctor. Thoroughly impressed!
Dr. Michaelos answered all of my questions and actually listens!!!!
The dr. was very nice and his staff are friendly and professional.
Verified patient
Excellent office staff and appointment. Wait time was great!
Very nice office. Staff was friendly and very efficient.
Verified patient
Amazing! Doctor Mikolos was attentive and thorough, he addressed all of my concerns. He was very comforting and assuring. The staff was efficient. Knowledge, and friendly
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Had state o
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The office seemed a little overbooked. I waited for more than an hour and the doctor saw me for less than 3 minutes. Although he seems very competent, one gets the impression that he can't dedicate the right amount of time due to the deluge of people in the office.
This was a first-time visit. The staff is extremely professional , knowledgeable, friendly, and kind. Dr. Michaelos thoroughly explained his diagnosis and answered all my questions in layman's terms. I would recommend this practice...5 stars.
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I would go back, I have an appointment.
excellent
Verified patient
Super helpful very knowledgeable more equipment than I thought was available. Super clean office. Very nice staff. Covid precautions taken seriously and very much put into affect. Overall fantastic location and would recommend.
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Nice & Good
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Very friendly and polite staff.
Verified patient
Had some concerns about my eyes...they were addressed and a plan of action was established. Unforseen future problems were discussed and plans for those were also addressed, which was a comfort and a reassurance that I had come to the right place for treatment.
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Excellent experience from beginning to end. Clean, professional offices. Friendly, courteous team. Everyone explained process and tests, listened and were thorough. Doctor Louis Michaelos was the best. Asked questions, listened and offered solutions that worked. Highest recommendation!
Verified patient
Very efficient
Verified patient
I was very nervous about going with my eye problem. All the staff treated me with kindness and professionalism. Dr. Lewis was si.ply GREAT..put me at ease. He is definitely my new eye specialisr.
Verified patient
Professional on high level
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Dr. Louis Michaelos is very kind and attentive. I like that he took the time to ask me if I have any questions. The staff a very friendly and attentive. I had a very nice experience.
Verified patient
Great doctor, great office. Very pleased with my visit. Doctor Michaelos took the time to go over everything with obviously expert knowledge.
Friendly and helpful!
I have now seen Dr. Louis Sr, Dr. John, and Dr. Louis II... THREE GENERATIONS!!!!!! How blessed a I to be alive and see this place grow like it did. I am so blessed to see 20/20 at 103!
Found my new eye doctor!
Skipped his lunch to work me in and make cure I could get this metal shard out of my eye! Thank you Louis and I owe you lunch!!!
Great staff. Very professional.
Dr. Michaelos was very pleasant and provided a thorough examination which made me feel very safe and comfortable with his diagnosis.
Great bedside mannar.
Loved this place!
Dr. Machaelos.. Explained my eye condition well.
The whole experience was wonderful from the first phone call with Stephanie to the checkout Dr. Louis was fantastic! My friends and family will be seeing him moving forward!
Detailed very compassionate and good personality.
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Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Louis Michaelos affiliated with?

Dr. Louis Michaelos is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital.

What practice does Dr. Louis Michaelos work with?

Dr. Louis Michaelos works with St. Michael's Eye and Laser Institute.

Where is Dr. Louis Michaelos's office located?

Dr. Louis Michaelos's office is located at 1030 W Bay Dr, Largo, FL 33770.

Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Michaelos have?

Dr. Louis Michaelos is certified by American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Louis Michaelos?

Dr. Louis Michaelos frequently sees patients for Cataract, Diabetes Care - Eye Exam, General Eye Consultation, Glaucoma Consultation, and Lasik Surgery. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Louis Michaelos on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Louis Michaelos speak?

Dr. Louis Michaelos speaks English, Spanish, and Greek.

How do patients rate Dr. Louis Michaelos in reviews?

86 patients have reviewed Dr. Louis Michaelos. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.9/5. They have a 4.97/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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