Dr. Kevin T. Kelly MD, Ophthalmologist
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Dr. Kevin T. Kelly MD

Ophthalmologist

5/5(25)
1397 Medical Park Blvd Suite 240 Wellington Florida, 33414
Rating

5/5

About

Kevin T. Kelly, MD, is a board certified ophthalmologist with Retina Group of Florida, which he joined in 2012 as a Vitreoretinal specialist, heading up the Wellington office. Dr. Kelly has practiced in Palm Beach County since 1996, and began his ophthalmic career as Director of the Retina Center at the Neumann Eye Institute in Deland, Florida. Dr. Kelly graduated from Rutgers University in New Jersey with degrees in Chemical Engineering and Biology, and was a member of Tau Beta Pi, the Honor Society of Engineers. He earned his Medical Degree at Rutgers University Medical School, served his medical internship at Staten Island Hospital and completed his Ophthalmology residency at SUNY-Downstate Medical Center. Dr. Kelly continued his training by fulfilling a two-year fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery and Retina Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He earned his certification from the American Board of Ophthalmology in 1988. In his practice, Dr. Kelly has focused particular interest in innovative treatments for diabetic retinopathy and its basic science. He has presented at ARVO, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, and was one of the first surgeons in Florida to treat macular holes. Dr. Kelly is a member of the American Society of Retina Specialists, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Association of Research and Ophthalmology, and the Schepens Society. He currently serves as Treasurer of the Palm Beach County Ophthalmology Society. Dr. Kelly resides in Wellington with his wife Linda and their two daughters, Gloria and Natalie. He has been an enthusiastic lacrosse fan for many years, and maintains his passion for the sport by refereeing high school lacrosse games.

Education and Training

Rutgers University

Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj 1983

Board Certification

American Board of Ophthalmology

OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 37 years of experience
Dr. Kevin T. Kelly MD
Dr. Kevin T. Kelly MD's Expert Contributions

Areas of expertise and specialization

Vitreoretinal Disease

Internships

  • Staten Island Hospital

Fellowships

  • Vitreoretinal Surgery and Retina Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine

Professional Society Memberships

  • Tau Beta Pi, American Society of Retina Specialists, Association of Research and Ophthalmology, Schepens Society

What do you attribute your success to?

  • His parents who were hard workers, and great examples to follow.

Hobbies / Sports

  • Lacrosse Referee

Dr. Kevin T. Kelly MD's Practice location

1397 Medical Park Blvd Suite 240 -
Wellington, Florida 33414
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New patients: 561-784-3788
Fax: 954-229-3100

Dr. Kevin T. Kelly MD's reviews

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Patient Experience with Dr. Kelly


5.0

Based on 25 reviews

Dr. Kevin T. Kelly MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 25 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Ophthalmologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.
  • Harvey
    (5)

    Excellent Doctor. Very professional and knowledgeable. Very personable

  • Asher
    (5)

    Best doctor to go, if you need a thorough examinations.

  • Sylvia
    (5)

    Very understanding excellent diagnostician !

  • Karen
    (5)

    Absolutely Fabulous doctor and office staff!

  • Ethel
    (5)

    He is so cute and the best damm Retina specialist in the world.

  • Bruce
    (5)

    Great doctor!

  • Lydia
    (5)

    Excellent

  • Virginia
    (5)

    Beautiful person very professional !

  • Corizan
    (5)

    Dr. Kelly is kind, understanding, patient, and shows much interest in his patients' health and welfare. He makes me want to visit the doctor and to actually pay attention to my health. He's such a loving and caring person ; May God continue to bless the work he does. He has a wonderful staff, also.

  • Rafael
    (5)

    The best Doctor ever,no complain

  • Josephine
    (5)

    Have been patient of Dr Kelly for many years. He is thorough and explains to me all my questions so I can understand what's going on. Thank you to Dr Kelly and his staff

  • Barbara j.
    (5)

    Very pleasant and professional , take time to explain procedures and treatment and medical condition I will recommend him every one.

  • Mary
    (5)

    He is a excellent Doctor, save my vision and had a excellent staff I will totally recommend Dr Kelly to every one !

  • Jacqueline
    (5)

    Dr.Kelly is very knowledgable and makes you feel at ease. I highly recommend him.

  • Henry
    (5)

    He is the best. there is none better.

  • Charles
    (5)

    Dr. Kelly has been caring for my eyes since I was diagnosed with diabetes and macular degeneration. I truly believe he has saved my eyesight. We appreciate everything he done for me.

  • Joan
    (5)

    Dr.Kelly is very thorough. I feel he is conservative with his treatment plans. He has a good sense of humor.

  • Lisa
    (5)

    Excellent physician!

  • (5)

    Great staff Highly recommended

  • Liz
    (5)

    Dr Kelly is the best!! He is kind, compassionate and incredibly smart. He has saved my eyesight. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone.

  • Linda
    (5)

    Very knowledgable, compassionate and supportive. Takes a real interest in you as an individual and patient. My favorite physician as he really is the absolute best there is.

  • Carmen
    (5)

    Great Retina Doctor!

  • Richard
    (5)

    He is the doctor who I can trust.

  • Thomas
    (5)

    Excellent Doctor.

  • Charlotte
    (5)

    Wonderful!

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