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Dr. Paul Ernest, MD

Dr. Paul Ernest, MD

Ophthalmology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Ernest, MD is an ophthalmologist in Jackson, MI and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Henry Ford Health Jackson Hospital and Bronson Battle Creek Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

1116 W Ganson St Jackson, MI 49202

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ernest specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Ernest's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ernest

4.3
13 ratings, 3 with a written review
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I had to have two implants due to cataracts back in 2008. I have astigmatism and was terribly nearsighted as well. Then a year later Doctor Ernest did a laser touch up on both eyes due to a normal one time buildup of scar tissue. Both of the procedures that Doctor Ernest did came out perfect. I highly recommend Doctor Ernest.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Grant Sefa – Oct 28, 2022
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I found Dr Ernst to be meticulous, and all business. He is a perfectionist and doesn't take chances. He is extremely talented and professional. I had lazer cataract surgery 6 yrs ago and have great vision now. I had some of the worst cataracts that Dr Ernst had ever seen. I didn't qualify for any speciality lens because of the severity of my cataracts. I received the standard lenses in both eyes. However they prescribed the perfect strength lenses for me and I had 20:15 vision after the surgery was completed. I can read the newspaper without glasses and my distance is excellent. I just took my wife to him August 8th and she is doing great after healing. She got the latest lenses and can read and see distance without glasses. So we love Dr Paul H Ernest and highly recommend him.
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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Gary Sadler – Sep 15, 2022
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Dr. Ernest walked in the room and told me about the Toric lenses he'll be putting in my eyes. I had a list of questions to ask him, but he went out of the room so fast I couldn't stop him. I asked Karissa Naylor, the surgical counselor, some questions about it and she had a nasty attitude. Now that I've had the surgery, I see glare a lot especially from my right eye, and in the morning my eyes burn real bad. I have to keep them closed for awhile. I hope this goes away. The retina specialist said it will take possibly a year for this to correct itself. Dr. Ernest should have explained that these things could happen. If I had to do it over again I would have went somewhere else so I could ask questions of the doctor or maybe not have it done at all. My cataracts weren't that bad after all.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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Jun 30, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Our patients deserve the best eye care possible. From the moment one enters our clinic, it is important that every encounter with every staff member be a positive experience. In 30 years of practice, we have strived to achieve an environment where...read more
  • Ophthalmology

  • Cataract 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.

  • Kresge Eye Inst/wayne

    Fellowship Hospital, 1978
  • Wayne State University

    Residency Hospital, 1977
  • Grace Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1974
  • Sinai Grace Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1974
  • Wayne State University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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  • 34 Best Ophthalmologist in America, 2010

  • Top 100 Doctors, 2002

Locations

Practice

Unavail1116 W Ganson St Jackson, MI 49202
1

Practice

TLC Eye Care and Laser Centers363 Fremont St Ste 301 Battle Creek, MI 49017
2

Practice

Office1801 W Maumee St Ste 100 Adrian, MI 49221
3
EyeCare Physicians and Surgeons PC4016 W Main St Kalamazoo, MI 49006
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sparrow Hospital

    1215 E Michigan Ave
    Lansing, MI 48912

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Henry Ford Health Jackson Hospital

    205 N East Ave
    Jackson, MI 49201
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Bronson Battle Creek Hospital

    300 North Ave
    Battle Creek, MI 49017
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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