Dr. Shelby Wilkes, MD
Retina Specialist (Medical)
445.9 mi · 830 West Peachtree St NW, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30308
At a glance
4.35 stars (17 reviews)
87% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 30 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Emblem Health, Medicare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Johns Hopkins University, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Atlanta Eye Consultants, PC
4.35
17 reviews
Bedside manner
4.5
Wait time
3.2
Recent reviews
Wait time seemed a little excessive considering there was only one other person there at the same time as me. Dr. Wilkes was very professional and friendly though, so nothing against him whatsoever.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Wilkes and his staff are very professional and friendly. Everyone has a very warm and inviting demeanor. I will definitely refer my family and friends.
March 14, 2015Iris S.Verified patient
Office location
Atlanta Eye Consultants, PC
445.9 mi · 830 West Peachtree St NW, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA, 30308
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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.
Hypertensive retinopathy
Cataract
Hypertensive retinopathy
Cataract
More about Dr. Shelby Wilkes, MD
***Dr. Wilkes is a retina specialist - please be aware he does provide eyeglass prescriptions***
Dr. Shelby Wilkes graduated in three years from Alcorn State University, Alcorn State, Mississippi with a B.S. degree in biology, summa cum laude, 1971. He received his M.D. degree from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, in Baltimore, Maryland, in 1975, and performed his internship-residency year in Surgery at the University of Rochester School of Medicine, in Rochester, New York in 1976.
In addition he completed his residency in ophthalmology, in the Department of Ophthalmology at the prestigious Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, Minnesota in 1979. He received the first Mayo Clinic Ophthalmic Alumni Award in 1979, for excellence including research. Dr. Wilkes then completed his fellowship in surgery and diseases of the retina and vitreous, Departments of Ophthalmology, Harvard University, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in 1981. In addition he served on the Staff of the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in prior to relocating to Atlanta to establish Atlanta Eye Consultants, PC. Dr. Wilkes is a vitreoretinal surgeon who specializes in treating diseases and surgery of the retina and vitreous including diabetic retinopathy. He has published numerous articles in scientific ophthalmology journals and he was the principal investigator of the first statewide diabetic retinopathy screening study performed in the United States, here in Georgia.
Dr. Wilkes is a member of the exclusive American Society of Retina Specialists. He has given numerous presentations locally, nationally, and internationally on retinal diseases including surgery, including Paris, France, and Montreal, Canada.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Johns Hopkins University, Doctor of Medicine
University of Rochester, Internship in Surgery
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Residency in Ophthalmology
Harvard University, Fellowship in Surgery and Diseases of the Retina and Vitreous
Practice
Atlanta Eye Consultants, PC
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional memberships
American Society of Retina Specialists
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1770506479
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.35
Wait time
3.24
Bedside manner
4.47
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17 reviews
Most relevant
Wonderful manner, extremely clear and helpful in explaining my eye issue to me, I will be a regular patient!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He and his staff were very polite and explained everything. I would reccommend Dr Wilkes to anyone.
May 27, 2015Jessica W.Verified patient
Dr. Wilkes did not test me for that I asked for and refused to test me for what I requested.
May 20, 2015Initials hidden
Great visit! Staff is courteous and Dr. Wilkes is friendly, patient and knowledgeable
More than 1 year agoMB
Wait time seemed a little excessive considering there was only one other person there at the same time as me. Dr. Wilkes was very professional and friendly though, so nothing against him whatsoever.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Wilkes and his staff are very professional and friendly. Everyone has a very warm and inviting demeanor. I will definitely refer my family and friends.
March 14, 2015Iris S.Verified patient
Very helpful
More than 1 year agoIN
Very nice staff. I have found my new location
October 17, 2014Tangenika B.Verified patient
Great visit. Very thorough.
December 5, 2014Initials hidden
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February 20, 2015Shirley F.Verified patient
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January 12, 2015Jehoshaphat J.Verified patient
January 11, 2015Jermaine S.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Shelby Wilkes work with?
Dr. Shelby Wilkes works with Atlanta Eye Consultants, PC.
Where is Dr. Shelby Wilkes's office located?
Dr. Shelby Wilkes's office is located at 830 West Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30308.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shelby Wilkes have?
Dr. Shelby Wilkes is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Shelby Wilkes?
Dr. Shelby Wilkes frequently sees patients for Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, and Retina Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Shelby Wilkes on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Shelby Wilkes speak?
Dr. Shelby Wilkes speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Shelby Wilkes in reviews?
17 patients have reviewed Dr. Shelby Wilkes. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.35/5. They have a 4.47/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.24/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.