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Dr. James Pinke, MD

Dr. James Pinke, MD

Ophthalmology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. James Pinke, MD is an ophthalmologist in Shelton, CT and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with Griffin Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

9 Cots St Shelton, CT 06484
Telehealth available
(203) 924-8800

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Pinke 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.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Pinke's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pinke

4.0

12 ratings, 8 with a written review
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Apr 22, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
inndannacrawforedashtonaster – May 30, 2023
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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
Karen C-from Texas – Sep 29, 2019
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 05, 2019
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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
Daniel Williams in Bridgeport, CT – Oct 12, 2018
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Laura T – Jun 30, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Litchfield, CT – Jul 03, 2017
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shelton, CT – Jun 19, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

At the Pinke Eye Center, the health of your eyes is our top priority. For over 35 years, Dr. Pinke has been providing Connecticut residents state of the art medical and surgical eye services, combined with unparalleled patient care. The primary...read more

biography

Dr. James Pinke is a graduate of the Tufts University Medical School and performed his Ophthalmology residency at Tufts New England Medical Center Hospital. He has been a board certified fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology since...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

  • Ophthalmic Surgery

  • Oculoplastic Surgery

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

  • Tufts New England Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • Faulkner Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1979

  • Tufts University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Foot and Ankle Specialists of Ct P.C.9 Cots St Shelton, CT 06484
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Practice

Connecticut Eye Surgery Center South LLC60 Wellington Rd Milford, CT 06461
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Griffin Hospital

    130 Division St
    Derby, CT 06418
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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