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Dr. Chris Walton, MD - Board Certified Ophthalmologist in Mobile, Alabama

Dr. Chris Walton, MD

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Mobile, Alabama
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1568564722· License: 26498 (AL) verify
Medical school: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine · Graduated 2001
Industry payments (2024): $374 across 10 payments (what this means)
4.82(96 ratings)

About

Dr. Chris Walton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in LASIK, PRK, cataract surgery, and corneal transplant surgery. He practices in Mobile, Alabama, where he has served patients since 2007. Dr. Walton prioritizes patient care and utilizes advanced techniques like topical anesthesia and sutureless cataract surgery. He's dedicated to providing the finest level of care and achieving excellent vision outcomes for his patients, often as quickly as the day after surgery.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Procedures & Services

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Patient Experience

Dr. Chris Walton Review Summary

4.28
Dr. Walton receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with many patients praising his clear explanations and ability to put them at ease. While most ratings are excellent, a few lower scores on Healthgrades bring the average down slightly. Overall, patient feedback suggests a skilled and compassionate doctor.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

5 out of 5

Based on 1 reviews

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healthgrades.com

2.6 out of 5

Based on 14 reviews

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realself.com

5 out of 5

Based on 1 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.9 out of 5

Based on 366 reviews

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Dr. Chris Walton, MD - Board Certified Ophthalmologist in Mobile, Alabama

Main Office

3701 Dauphin St, Mobile, Alabama

(251) 341-3385

Book a Service Consultation

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$374

Payments

10

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Chris Walton received $374 across 10 payments in 2024. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Alcon Vision LLC.

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (251) 341-3385

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

3701 Dauphin St

Mobile, Alabama 36608

Office Information

Phone: (251) 341-3385

Where does Dr. Chris Walton practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

3701 Dauphin St, Mobile, Alabama 36608

(1 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Oregon and is affiliated with McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center

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Education & Experience

Education

Temple

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Ophthalmologist

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Chris Walton online?
The provided information does not specify whether online appointment booking is available.
Does Dr. Chris Walton offer telehealth?
The provided information does not specify whether telehealth appointments are offered.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Chris Walton?
Patients appreciate Dr. Walton's ability to address their questions and concerns effectively, making them feel comfortable and informed during consultations.
What areas of care does Dr. Chris Walton cater to?
Dr. Walton's areas of care focus on ophthalmology, specifically surgical procedures like LASIK, PRK, cataract surgery (including sutureless techniques like DSAEK and DALK), and corneal transplant surgery. He also provides general ophthalmological care.