Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf, MD

Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf, MD

Refractive Surgeon
423.8 mi · 11459 Johns Creek Pkwy, 100, Johns Creek, GA 30097

At a glance

4.89 stars (79 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 28 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Davis Vision, Medicare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Toledo, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Atlanta Vision Institute
3 office locations
4.89
79 reviews
Bedside manner
4.8
Wait time
4.5

Recent reviews

Dr. Ashraf is a great doctor. He explains things to you in layman’s terms so you get a complete understanding. He is a patient and kind, never in a rush. I appreciate his honesty about my diabetic eye care. I wish more doctors were as respectful and professional as him.
Verified patient
He was very nice and explained everything well, I would recommend him to other patients and I will be visiting him again in the future
Verified patient

Office locations

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1.
Atlanta Vision Institute
423.8 mi · 11459 Johns Creek Pkwy, 100, Johns Creek, GA, 30097
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2.
Atlanta Vision Institute
433.7 mi · 1611 Mount Vernon Rd., Dunwoody, GA, 30338
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3.
Atlanta Vision Institute
444.1 mi · 1841 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta, GA, 30309

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Davis Vision
UnitedHealthcare
VSP
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Davis Vision

Popular visit reasons

Eye Infection
General Eye Consultation
General Eye Follow Up
Glaucoma Consultation
Glaucoma Follow Up
Refractive Surgery Consultation
Refractive Surgery Follow Up
Stye / Hordeolum
Eye Infection
General Eye Consultation
General Eye Follow Up
Glaucoma Consultation

More about Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf, MD

Dr. Ashraf is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in cornea and refractive surgery, including laser vision correction. Here are some facts about Dr. Ashraf: He has personally performed over 40,000 LASIK procedures in Atlanta and Dubai. He has extensive experience with the excimer laser, even prior to the FDA approval while on faculty at the Johns Hopkins University. He has an impressive academic background with extensive research that has resulted in the publication of numerous articles in scientific journals and major textbooks. As a fellowship trained corneal specialist, he also has tons of experience in corneal transplantation, cataract surgery and anterior segment microsurgery. After completing his medical degree at the Medical College of Ohio, Dr. Ashraf went on to the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Maryland for a one-year eye research fellowship. He completed his ophthalmology residency at George Washington University in Washington D.C. and went on to Johns Hopkins for advanced training in corneal and refractive surgery. After completing a corneal and refractive surgery fellowship at the world-renowned Wilmer Eye Institute in 1996, Dr. Ashraf remained on staff as Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology. His duties included not only performing surgery, but also teaching other doctors how to perform microsurgery and refractive surgery. His surgical experience includes the correction of natural refractive errors and restoring damaged eyesight caused by trauma or previous surgery. Dr. Ashraf then relocated to the Atlanta area and founded the Atlanta Vision Institute, where he performs LASIK surgery on numerous patients daily. *For patients with Tricare insurance, you will need a referral from your Primary Care Physician.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - University of Toledo, Doctor of Medicine
George Washington University, Residency in Ophthalmology
Johns Hopkins University, Wilmer Eye Institute, Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery
National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Fellowship in Eye Research

Practice

Atlanta Vision Institute

Affiliation

Northside Hospital

Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1407956279

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Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.89
Wait time
4.53
Bedside manner
4.83
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Very professional, punctual, and relaxed atmosphere. Dr. Ashraf and his staff are cordial and very experienced.
Verified patient
Dr. Ashraf took the time to explain what was going on with my vision and was very thorough.
Verified patient
It was great environment. Very friendly people. Surgery on same day. Great service overall.
Verified patient
Staff was friendly and helpful and Dr's beside manner is great. Will refer to everyone.
Verified patient
He was very quick. Not much interaction. He seemed to know what he was doing, though.
Very nice guy. Will talk to you and explain everything. Felt very relaxed.
Verified patient
he was great, explained everything to me, answered all my questions
I am very happy with the professional care I Receive. Each visit.
First visit. Very attentive and no wait. Overall very pleased.
Excellent doctor. Will most likely get my LASIK here!
Verified patient
I appreciated all his honest advice and suggestions.
Dr. Ashraf is a great doctor. He explains things to you in layman’s terms so you get a complete understanding. He is a patient and kind, never in a rush. I appreciate his honesty about my diabetic eye care. I wish more doctors were as respectful and professional as him.
Verified patient
He was very nice and explained everything well, I would recommend him to other patients and I will be visiting him again in the future
Verified patient
I visited Dr. Ashraf for a lasik consultation. Though I am still holding back on whether or not to get the surgery, the experience itself was great. He seemed very confident and really knew what he was talking about, which was reassuring considering the procedure was going to affect my vision. He spoke a little bit quickly (though this suits my taste so all was well, it may be slightly off putting for others) while describing himself as well as the procedure. Nonetheless, the clinic was clean, the appointment was kept on time, and the staff was extremely helpful and pleasant.
Verified patient
Satisfied
Verified patient
As usual a very great experience!!!
Verified patient
This is my second visit to Dr Ashraf and I was completely satisfied with the excellent service I received. As before he took his time with the exam and explained everything to me as he went along. Dr Ashraf is definitely the best!
Verified patient
Dr. Ashraf put me at ease about my upcoming LASIK surgery. I've been on several consultations but he exceeded my expectations by far. I would definitely recommend him to others.
His staff were very courteous and the doctor himself was so personable and knowledgeable and just downright friendly. I would recommend him to all of my friends
Quite happy with this initial appointment. Of course, the important review will happen after the Lasik procedure is complete. Will update.
Verified patient
I am new to the area and as a new patient Dr. Ashraf was phenominal. He explained everything to me and answered all my questions.
Not what I expected. I thought I was going to be evaluated for cataract surgery. All that really happened is that he confirmed what my optometrist already told me , that the blurriness in my left eye is being caused by a cataract. I asked a few questions about the surgery and he kept saying we would discuss next time. If it is inevitable that I will need surgery and my vision is already blurry then why would I delay in getting the issue resolved. I will see another doctor to see if their evaluation is a better experience.
Verified patient
I was pleased with the appointment. It saw Dr. Ashraf for a LASIK consultation and was very pleased with everything. I'm looking forward to the procedure next week! He was very thorough with the exam and was able to answer all of my questions. His staff was also very kind.
Verified patient
Dr. Ashraf is GREAT! He took his time and listened to my concerns and showed a genuine interest in my concerns. I will definitely see him for ALL of my eye care needs going forward. I HIGHLY recommend him!!!
Verified patient
I went for a LASIK follow-up exam and everyone was very kind. I really like Dr. Ashraf and his staff. I highly recommend them!
Verified patient
Great.
very pleasant, very comfortable, very satisfied !
Verified patient
Excellent
Verified patient
Dr. Ashraf did a full eye exam, explained the issues going on, and a treatment plan was given. He doesn't hurry one through the visit, took time to answer all my questions and overall is a very thorough, caring, doctor.
Verified patient
A wonderful experience! Highly recommend!
Verified patient
it was great.
Great! Dr. Ashraf is very personable, makes one feel very comfortable and has great bedside manner. I would recommend him to anyone.
Excellent in every way. Staff was friendly, efficient and professional. Dr. Ashraf was extremely knowledgeable and has excellent bedside manner. He was very helpful and informative. I highly recommend him.
Verified patient
Excellent. He was very attentive and provided all the answers for my queries . The routine exam was thorough and not painful at all.
Verified patient
Very professional office. Everyone treated me with respect and consideration. Dr. Farooq Ashraf is very kind, considerate and knowledgeable. I just found a great ophthalmologist 5 minutes from work! I lucked out!
professional, timely, curteous, excellent staff
Verified patient
Great experience- friendly and professional staff, attentive and fast, knowledgeable and honest. I'd come here again in a heartbeat.
Great experience! Would definitely recommend.
Very satisfied with my first visit to Dr. Ashraf's office. I felt Dr. Ashraf was very personable and had excellent doctor-patient communication. I feel very confident in his and his staff's professionalism. This was my first visit and I will definitely be coming back for yearly exams.
Verified patient
He explained the procedure completely
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Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf affiliated with?

Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf is affiliated with Northside Hospital.

What practice does Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf work with?

Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf works with Atlanta Vision Institute.

Where is Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf's office located?

Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf has 3 office locations, including in Johns Creek, Dunwoody, and Atlanta, view full addresses on Dr. Ashraf's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf have?

Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf?

Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf frequently sees patients for Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Glaucoma Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Stye / Hordeolum. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf on their profile.

What languages does Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf speak?

Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf in reviews?

79 patients have reviewed Dr. M. Farooq Ashraf. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.89/5. They have a 4.83/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.53/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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