Charles Howell Tucker, MD
Comprehensive Ophthalmology

Eye Consultants of Atlanta
340 Brandywine Boulevard, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Office Number
770-719-7950Fax Number
404-990-3536
New Patient Visits
C. Howell Tucker, MD was born and raised in South Fulton County. He presently resides in Brooks, Georgia in Fayette County. Dr. Tucker has practiced medical and surgical eye care since 1989. After serving two offices for fourteen years, he now sees patients Monday through Friday in his office on Brandywine Road in Fayetteville. Dr. Tucker specializes in cataract and laser surgery, but he also treats many patients with glaucoma, diabetes and macular degeneration. He performs routine eye exams on a daily basis. Dr. Tucker's office has a full service optical shop for glasses and contact lens needs. He is very proud of his compassionate and caring staff who eagerly serve patients. Most importantly, Dr. Tucker is grateful for the opportunities God has granted him to serve you in the practice of Ophthalmology. Specialty Comprehensive Ophthalmology Cataract and Implant Surgery Board Certified American Board of Ophthalmology, 1991 Eye Consultants Office Served Fayetteville - Adult Medical Memberships Medical Association of Georgia Georgia Society of Ophthalmology American Academy of Ophthalmology Hospital Staff Privileges Piedmont Fayette Hospital, 1997- Present Spalding Regional Hospital, 1989-2008 Offices Held Chairman, Department of Surgery, Spalding Regional Hospital, 1994 President, Medical Staff, Spalding Regional Hospital, 1996 Chairman, Spalding Health Systems PHO, 1997 Service Organizations Bible Study Leader, First Baptist Church, Peachtree City ________________________________________ Medical School:Medical College of Georgia, 1979-1983 Internship:University of Mississippi Medical Center, General Surgery, 1983-1984 Residency:Medical College of Georgia, 1985-1989 Honors: Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society Undergraduate Degree:B.A. from Mercer University, Macon, GA, 1979 Honors: Graduated Summa Cum Laude
About Charles
Specialties
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Gender
Male
Languages
English
Age groups seen
Adolescents (ages 12-18)
Adults
Geriatrics
Education
Medical College of Georgia
Residency, Opthalmology, 1989
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Internship, 1984
Medical College of Georgia
Medical Education, 1983
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Patient Reviews
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4.8 out of 5
1,002 ratings,
174 reviews
7/28/2023
*Dr. Tucker is the ultimate professional. He is attentive, kind and concerned about your eye health. Awesome doctor - feels like a friend.
7/26/2023
I have already recommended my friend who continue to see *Dr. Tucker. He was an excellent doctor who I have seen for about 12 years.
6/29/2023
Good.
6/14/2023
*Dr. Tucker is very professional. He always takes time to explain!
6/13/2023
*Dr. Tucker has treated my eyes for over 20 years. He is always thorough, professional and kind. I recommend him to both family and friends.
Insurance Coverage
Note:Please contact the practice directly to confirm your health plan is in network.
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (Ryan White Part A)
Alliant Health Plans SoloCare (including Core & Select)
Alliant SimpleCare/4Corners
Ambetter (including Core & Select)
Anthem
Anthem MediBlue
BCBS
Beech Street
CareSource
CareSource Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP only)
CareSource Medicaid
Cigna
Georgia Health Advantage
Humana
Humana Medicare Advantage
Kaiser
Kaiser Medicare Advantage
LifeWell (HealthScope)
Peach State
PHCS/MultiPlan
Pruitt Health Premier (AllyAlign)
Sonder
Tricare Prime (referral required)
Tricare Select
United Healthcare
United Healthcare Marketplace Exchange
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
Wellcare
Conditions Treated
abnormal pupil function
abnormalities of the eyes
absence of eye
accommodating lens implant
acute inflammation of orbit
agenesis of eye
allergic conjunctivitis
alternating hyperphoria
aniseikonia
anisocoria
anisometropia
astigmatism
blepharoptosis
blind in one eye
blocked tear duct
blood clot in eye
blood in eye
blurred vision
buphthalmos
cataract removal
ciliary body degeneration
complex cataract surgery
conjunctival burn
conjunctivitis
contact lens induced corneal edema
contact lenses
corneal abrasion
corneal diseases
corneal transplant
cyst of eyelid
dacryocystorhinostomy
diabetic eye exam
diode laser cyclophotocoagulation
ectopia lentis
esotropia
examination of eyes
excessive tearing
eye health
eye inflammation
floaters
foreign body (cornea)
growth on eye
herpes simplex with ophthalmic complication
herpes zoster dermatitis of eyelid
hypertelorism
laceration of eye
laser vision correction
lasik
lupus eye conditions
macular degeneration
melanoma of eye
microphthalmos
microsurgery
multifocal lens implant
no stitch cataract surgery
nystagmus
ocular oncology
optic neuritis
optic neuropathy
optic neve hypoplasia
optical coherence tomography
orbit cancer
orbital cellulitis
presbyopia
prosthetic eye
pseudophakia
ptosis repair
punctal plugs for dry eyes
refractive lens exchange
replacement of contact lens
retinal detachment
ruptured vessel of eye
sensitivity to light
strabismus surgery
stye
sudden vision loss
viral conjunctivitis
visual field testing
visual impairment
Map & Directions
Eye Consultants of Atlanta
340 Brandywine BoulevardFayetteville, GA 30214
Office
770-719-7950Fax
404-990-3536