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William W Culbertson, IV

William W Culbertson, IV, MD

LASIK and Laser Vision Correction SurgeryCataract and Refractive DiseaseCornea and External Diseases

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults

Languages

  • English

About William W Culbertson, IV

Roles

Professor of Ophthalmology
Lou Higgins Chair in Ophthalmology

Areas of Expertise

Cataracts and Intraocular Lens, Corneal Diseases, LASIK and Laser Vision Correction

Clinical Centers & Programs

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute: LASIK and Laser Vision Center

Research Interests

Corneal, cataract, and refractive surgery techniques

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Locations

      • 5555 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, Floor 3, Coral Gables, FL 33146
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        Expertise

        Education

        • Fellowship: University of California Medical School, Ophthalmology, 1980
        • Fellowship: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Cornea & External Disease, 1979
        • Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Ophthalmology, 1974
        • Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine, 1970

        Insurance

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        • Aetna - WC
        • Aetna Affiliates/Signature Adm. (ASA)
        • Aetna Behavioral Health
        • Aetna Elect Choice (EPO)
        • Aetna-FL Healthy Kids
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        • Aetna-Medicaid HMO
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        • Aetna-Medicare PPO
        • Aetna-POS
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        • Aetna-UM Employee-HMO 1
        • Aetna-UM Employee-HMO 2
        • Aetna-UM Employee-POS HRA
        • Aetna/Coventry - Institutes of Excellence (IOE)
        • Amerigroup-FL Healthy Kids
        • Amerigroup-Medicaid HMO
        • Argus Vision
        • AvMed Choice
        • AvMed-HMO/POS
        • AvMed-MDC and JHS Groups
        • AvMed-Medicare HMO
        • AXIS
        • BCBS Blue Options-Network Blue-PPO
        • BCBS BlueCare-HealthOptions HMO
        • BCBS BlueChoice PPC-PPO
        • BCBS Miami Dade Blue-PPO
        • BCBS of FL - except "SELECT" Plans
        • BCBS of FL (Commercial plans exclude HIX Select)
        • BCBS Traditional-PHS-PPO
        • Beacon Health (FKA ValueOption)
        • Beech Street-PPO
        • Broward Health Medical Center
        • CarePlus-Medicare HMO
        • Catholic Hospice
        • CCP-CMS Title XIX (Medicaid Enrolled in South Florida)
        • CCP-CMS Title XXI (Non-Medicaid Enrolled in South Florida)
        • CCP-MMA (Broward County residents)
        • Charlotte County Sheriff's Office-PPO
        • Cigna Affiliates
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        • Cigna Dental-HMO and PPO
        • Cigna Life Source (Intracorp is part of Cigna Lifesource)
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        • Cigna-MDCPS Jackson Sr. High
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        • EHN - PPO
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        • FCCI - WC
        • Florida Healthcare Plan (Affiliate of BCBSFL)
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        • Freedom Health-Medicaid HMO
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        • Gallagher Bassett - WC (MDCPS & FCSRMC)
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        • Great West (Cigna)-HMO/POS
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        • Heritage Summit Healthcare - WC
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        • Prime Health Services - WC
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        • Religious Order of Jehovah's Witnesses-PPO
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        • Sanus Health Corporation
        • Simply Healthcare-Medicaid HMO
        • Solstice Dental-HMO and PPO
        • Start Healthcare Network
        • Sunshine
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        • United Behavioral Health (UBH)
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        Ratings & Reviews

        4.9 out of 5

        397 ratings, 49 reviews

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          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/29/2026

          Dr Culbertson is a wonderful doctor

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/25/2026

          Dr. Culbertson is extremely knowledgeable and professional and very easy to communicate with.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/13/2026

          Will go again next year.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/12/2026

          I was very impressed with the improvement that has been made since I started coming here. Even in the last few months, the improvement is phenomenal.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/8/2026

          Very thorough and considerate

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/5/2026

          It all went well.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/15/2026

          Excelente

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/19/2025

          Muy bien

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/18/2025

          Dr Culbertson is investigating my total bill for the surgery after I asked a question about a specific charge I do appreciate that .

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/10/2025

          Everything was Good.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/18/2025

          Very positive experience

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/12/2025

          Dr Culbertson is outstanding

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/5/2025

          Dr. Culbertson is a very knowledgeable eye doctor and I appreciate the time he takes with me. He is very dedicated.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/30/2025

          I like when the Dr comes in and introduces himself..This was my first visit with him

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/24/2025

          Excellent, friendly, and thoughtful service.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/24/2025

          Very good experience with all staff & Dr.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/17/2025

          Providers were perfect.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/12/2025

          Dr. Wm.Culbertson stands out as an extremely knowledgable physician devoted and caring to his patients and you feel confident and safe in his presence and know you will be well-cared for.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/28/2025

          Very professional. Courteous. Caring. Knowledgeable. People oriented.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/26/2025

          I completely trust him and his team.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/22/2025

          Excelente experiencia!!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/16/2025

          Always outstanding care for the patient university UM is the best

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/3/2025

          Simply the best!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/30/2025

          All very well

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/28/2025

          Everything is fine

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/19/2025

          Dr. Culbertson is clearly the best in the world. I used to travel from Chicago to see him. Luckily, I live closer now.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/22/2025

          The best caring doctor.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/20/2025

          Very good experience.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/22/2024

          All good

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/20/2024

          Excelente every thing

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/14/2024

          Doctor Culbertson is the best!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/9/2024

          Very good

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/8/2024

          Very well

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/4/2024

          I have always appreciated Dr Culbertson and his staff. They are always kind and optimistic. Thank you.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/13/2024

          Dr. Culbertson's expertise and care convinced me to recommend him to other family members.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/11/2024

          I would recommend Dr. Culbertson above all others. I have been his patient for many years.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/21/2024

          Dr Culbertson is the best

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/5/2024

          Excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/9/2024

          Excellent experience

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/9/2024

          Dr Culbertson is an amazing physician: courteous, caring, thorough, urgent, and knowledgeable. The team was outstanding.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/29/2024

          Dr. Culbertson was excellent.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/7/2024

          Dr Culbertson is GREAT

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/30/2024

          All good

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/17/2024

          Best communication I ever had with a doctor. Listen's to and discusses all concerns

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/12/2024

          All good

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/7/2024

          She was kind and caring as well as very knowlegable.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/6/2024

          Great doctor, the best at cataracts!Wouldn't go to anyone else.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/22/2024

          I always have a good experience

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/19/2024

          Dr Culbertson is extraordinary! If only most doctors and practitioners could be so skilled and caring. I look forward to all my visits with this wonderful provider and recommend him to everyone.