Provider
Dilip Abraham Thomas, MD
Ophthalmology
Neuro-ophthalmology
About Dilip Abraham Thomas, MD
The oculoplastics specialist addresses disorders and aesthetic enhancements of the eyelid, face and orbits. Dr. Thomas completed a combined 6-year BA/MD medical program at Lehigh University and the Medical College of Pennsylvania (MCP). He remained at Allegheny General Hospital/MCP for his internship year and then completed his ophthalmology residency at Brown University School of Medicine / Rhode Island Hospital. Dr. Thomas completed fellowship level training in oculoplastic & orbital surgery, as well as neuro-ophthalmology at the W.K. Kellogg Eye Center at the University of Michigan. He gained additional exposure to cosmetic facial plastic surgery with Dr. Robert Flowers at Aesthetic Plastic Surgery of the Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii. He is the only subspecialty trained oculoplastic surgeon in the surrounding region. Dr. Thomas' subspecialty practice focuses on diseases involving the eyelid, orbit and lacrimal system caused by tumors, trauma, neurologic or age-related changes. He also provides skilled management and treatment of patients with lacrimal system disease, orbital fractures or prosthetic eyes. He also has an interest and experience in aesthetic eyelid and facial surgery, including botulinum toxin, facial fillers, endoscopic brow and mid-facial surgery, and laser skin resurfacing. He has been named one of
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Clinical Interests
Thyroid eye disease,
surgical rehabilitation of prosthetic eyes,
surgical correction of age related/traumatic/cancerous lesion of the eyelids,
orbit and tear drainage system;
aesthetic facial surgery (browlift/blepharoplasty/cheek lift/skin resurfacing),
Botox injections and facial fillers (Restylane, Radiesse);
eyelid and facial spasms. -
Research Interests
Facial neuropathy/palsy
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Other Info
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Philosophy of Care
Augusta University is a world-class health care network offering the most comprehensive care in the region, where your health is our priority. As leaders in patient- and family-centered care, our physicians partner with our patients, their families, and other specialty physicians to provide an unmatched level of care. As the only academic medical center in the area, our patients receive the compassionate care they deserve along with leading-edge research and technologies not found anywhere else in the region.
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Specialties
Ophthalmology
Neuro-ophthalmology
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Language(s)
English
Credentials
Positions
Director of Oculoplastics Service
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology - Certified, 1999
Education and Training
Medical School: Medical College of Pennsylvania - 1992
Internship: Allegheny General Hospital - 1993
Residency: Brown University School of Medicine - 1997
Fellowship: Neuro-ophthalmology, University of Michigan, Kellogg Eye Center - 1999
Locations
1120 15th Street
Augusta, GA 30912
1220 W Wheeler Parkway
Augusta, GA 30909
Patient Reviews
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Dr. Thomas’s Reviews
June 23, 2023
Dr. Thomas provided expert care in making sure I would heal correctly following surgery the previous day.
June 17, 2023
Doctor thomas was very professional and thorough. He explained things well. I feel very confident in having him do my procedure.
June 15, 2023
I have no complaints
June 10, 2023
Dr. Thomas was very diligent and kind. Would highly recommend him.
June 10, 2023
Drs we're all you could ask for, caring and showed genuine concern and professionalism.
May 18, 2023
100% impressed and pleased with Dr. Thomas, his assistants, and overall AU experience. Thank you!!
May 1, 2023
After a wait of 1 1/2 hrs I was rushed through the appointment The exam was not thorough
March 31, 2023
Provider seemed rush. He spoke to me about findings when I asked questions. He told me he was referring me to another physician but I had to ask for his reasoning.
March 26, 2023
Excellent Physician
March 25, 2023
Dr. D. Thomas is a great eye plastic surgeon! My son's surgery went wonderfully!
March 18, 2023
Wait time to get in to see Dr and wait time for care once in office too long.
February 27, 2023
I think dr Thomas is great
February 13, 2023
The provider is very personable.
February 11, 2023
Really liked dr thomas
January 26, 2023
Absolutely great experience
January 15, 2023
I don't believe this individual listened.
January 14, 2023
Dr. Thomas is very courteous, through and addresses my concerns in terms that I understand.
December 27, 2022
Very nice conversation with the doctor
November 3, 2022
The provider was good, but the wait time was beyond poor.
November 3, 2022
Doctor came highly recommended, but everything else was awful.
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