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Dr. Christopher Walton, MD

Dr. Christopher Walton, MD

Ophthalmology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Christopher Walton, MD is an ophthalmologist in Mobile, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with Springhill Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 54 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (54 reviews)

Practice

3701 Dauphin St Mobile, AL 36608
Telehealth available
(251) 341-3368

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Walton specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Walton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Walton

4.3
54 ratings, 35 with a written review
5 star
80%
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4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
17%
17%

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Misdiagnosis of historic Retinopathy
I was establishing a new provider, as I just moved here. I had been diagnosed with retinopathy 7 yrs previous and was being treated . Dr. Walton did an examination and tests and stated there was no retinopathy that he could see. A year later I found another provider. The retinopathy has advanced in my eye to the point of advanced treatment because I didn't receive treatment for over a year.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jul 29, 2024
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Diagnosis and Treatment
I hope no one else ever has to experience what I went through after 2 years of diagnosis and treatment with Dr. Walton. I have a spot this has caused me to have very limited vision and acuity in my eye. I kept telling Dr. Walton my vision was worsening after each visit and the spot got more extensive and more pronounced. I placed my trust in him for 2 years. He kept telling me it was "scar tissue". This didn't make sense because once a scar is in place it doesn't grow. I finally sought out a second opinion. He completely missed my diagnosis which has cost me almost a complete loss of vision. I now have the correct diagnosis from another doctor and it is "lipid keratopathy". I am currently getting treatment but with a delayed and wrong diagnosis, my vision may never return to what it was before. I am deeply saddened and have suffered much grief as a result. I hope that anyone reading this will seek out a second opinion before trusting someone like Dr. Walton.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Karissa Ray – Nov 13, 2022
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GOOG
AWESOME DR - AWESOME STAFF
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mike Tobias – Sep 02, 2022
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Did not explain any findings or conditions. Did not take time. In and out in 5 minutes
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Aug 25, 2021
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Dr. Walton & staff are excellent! Very professional, detailed & friendly - they truly care about your wellbeing & make sure that you are fully informed at all times. I recently had Lasik eye surgery performed by Dr. Walton & I can honestly say it was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Consultation, pre-operation, operation & post-operation Dr. Walton & staff were flawless - I could not have possibly asked for a better experience! Absolutely the best in town & the best in business
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Tellier K – May 29, 2020
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Dr Walton and his staff are wonderful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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May 23, 2020
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Dr. Walton and his staff and amazing!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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May 12, 2020
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Dr. Walton takes time to explain things with you. He is friendly and you can tell he cares. His nurses are helpful and show they care as well. My previous eye doctor retired and I wanted to find a young and good one. I'm with Dr. Walton now for the duration.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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John Powell in Mobile, AL – Dec 15, 2018
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Everyone in the office are very nice ... and they smile like they like being there ... Dr. Walton is friendly and spends the time necessary to let you know the progress and the prognosis. I find it just an enjoyable experience to go there.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mike Reibling in AL, AL – Oct 04, 2018
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He is an excellent physician. He really explains everything and makes you feel comfortable. Anytime you are dealing with your eyes it’s good to get reassurance about exactly what’s happening.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Sep 26, 2018
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Dr Walton and his staff are always friendly and professional. I never have a long wait time. I would recommend Dr Walton and Premiere Medical to everyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Gladys Daniels in Mobile, AL – Sep 03, 2018
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Dr. Walton and staff are very professional. They were very reassuring and answered all of my questions regarding my refractive surgery. I did not experience any discomfort during or after my procedure. Their follow-up was equally professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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George in Mobile – May 03, 2018
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Dr Walton and Staff took great care of me! Very thorough. Results of LASIK were amazing!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Kelly in Mobile Al – Apr 27, 2018
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Dr. Walton and his staff was very professional. Any questions or concerns that I had concerning my cataract surgery was explained to me and that made me feel comfortable doing the surgery. I have told my family that I am glad I went to Dr. Walton.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Octavia White – Apr 18, 2018
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I had a great experience with dr Walton & the entire practice. Although they were busy the check in process went smoothly & wait time was reasonable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Apr 06, 2018
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Very positive
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Wanda Chalhub – Mar 12, 2018
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Everything was great ,except having to listen to a screaming , crying child, for 30 minutes, waiting to have my procedure done, unnerving!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Carlos Paul in Orange Beach – Feb 02, 2018
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Dr. Walton, as usual, was very professional in the way that he handled my office visit as well as my surgery. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to family and friends.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dorothy Brewer in Eight Mile, AL – Feb 01, 2018
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I am very pleased with the medical care I have received from Dr. Walton and staff. He is an excellent surgeon and a friend. I have recommended to my friends that might need cataract surgery to see him. Ken McGrew
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ken McGrew in Mobile, AL – Jan 19, 2018
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Great service. Solved my dry eye problems.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Richard Koger in Theodore Alabama – Jan 01, 2018
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care philosophy

Dr. Walton always strives to provide you with the best service so that you will be able to achieve the highest quality vision. He uses the most updated surgical techniques and technology in order to deliver unparalleled levels of care.  read more

biography

Dr. Walton earned his undergraduate degree from Stanford University and received his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine in Mobile. He then spent a year studying at the renowned Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Vision Therapy

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  • University Of Mississippi Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2005

  • University Tex Sw, Dallas|university Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • University Of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Dauphin West Surgery Center3701 Dauphin St Mobile, AL 36608
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Premier Health Management Inc.2880 Dauphin St Mobile, AL 36606
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Springhill Medical Center

    3719 Dauphin St
    Mobile, AL 36608

    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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