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Dr. James Paauw, MD

Dr. James Paauw, MD

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. James Paauw, MD is an ophthalmologist in Bedford, VA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Michigan Ann Arbor in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities Centra Lynchburg General Hospital and Centra Southside Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

412 N Bridge St Ste 1 Bedford, VA 24523
Telehealth available
(540) 586-8842

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Paauw 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.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Paauw's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Paauw

4.5

22 ratings, 17 with a written review
5 Star
86%
86%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
14%
14%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Carl Yates – Jan 16, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're...Read More
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Telehealth
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Pamela Manning – Feb 24, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so...Read More
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Walter – Nov 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Oct 13, 2020
Thank you so much for the 5 star review! We...Read More
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 16, 2020
Dr. Paauw's Reply –
Thank you so much for such a kind review.
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Robert Guinn – Jul 16, 2020
Dr. Paauw's Reply –
Thank you so much for the kind review!
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jul 15, 2020
What wonderful review. Thank you so much for...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Dr. Audrey Blacklock, MD – Jul 15, 2020
Dr. Paauw's Reply –
Thank you so much for the great review!
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Jun 15, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to give us such a...Read More
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Thomas – May 13, 2020
Dr. Paauw's Reply –
What a great review! Thank you so much!
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
May 11, 2020
We truly care about our patients and I am glad it...Read More
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Keith Peck – Apr 30, 2020
Dr. Paauw's Reply –
Thank you for the review! Such kind words!
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Apr 28, 2020
So glad you had wonderful experience at our...Read More
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Apr 28, 2020
Dr. Paauw's Reply –
Thank you for the review!
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Apr 23, 2020
Dr. Paauw's Reply –
Thank you for the review!
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
Helpful
Gary Raymond in Bedford, VA – Feb 05, 2019
Our primary goal is always excellence in eye...Read More
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
David in Bedford, VA – Jan 22, 2016
Dr. Paauw's Reply –
Thank you so much for the wonderful review.
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Eye Health Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

I am passionate about helping others see better, whether it be in my community of Lynchburg, VA, or around the world.  I enjoy going on annual trips to Haiti to do cataract surgery to help the poorest in the world receive sight. 

biography

I became a physician to prevent blindness and restore sight. I work closely with community optometrists to partner with them in glaucoma and cataract care.

Establishing relationships with patients has been a real joy for me and it's...read more

  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Undergraduate School

  • Bascom Palmer Eye Inst University Miami

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • Scott & White Hospital & Clinics

    Residency Hospital, 2009

  • Scott-white/tex A&m

    Internship Hospital, 2006

  • University Of Michigan Ann Arbor

    Medical School, 2005

  • University Of Michigan Medical School

    Medical School, 2005
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Piedmont Eye Center-Bedford412 N Bridge St Ste 1 Bedford, VA 24523
1
Southside Eye Center PC1511 W 3rd St Farmville, VA 23901
2
Virginia Baptist Hosp Acute Rehab3300 Rivermont Ave Lynchburg, VA 24503
3

Practice

Piedmont Eye Center Inc.116 Nationwide Dr Lynchburg, VA 24502
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Centra Lynchburg General Hospital

    1901 Tate Springs Rd
    Lynchburg, VA 24501
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Centra Southside Community Hospital

    800 Oak St
    Farmville, VA 23901

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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