Dr. Phil Aitken, MD

OphthalmologyMaleAge 81

Ophthalmology

Dr. Phil Aitken, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Burlington, VT and has over 56 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 1967. He is affiliated with University Of Vermont Medical Center. His office accepts new patients.

Dr. Phil Aitken, MD

Ophthalmology - Main Campus

111 Colchester Ave Burlington, VT 05401
Accepting new patients

Accepting new patients

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No malpractice claims found for Vermont
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Aitken's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Visual Field Defects
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Aitken treats Visual Field Defects more than 99% of his peers

Dr. Aitken treats this condition more than 99% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Scotoma
Diplopia
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Aitken treats Diplopia more than 99% of his peers

Dr. Aitken treats this condition more than 99% of his peers

Blindness
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Aitken treats Blindness more than 97% of his peers

Dr. Aitken treats this condition more than 97% of his peers

Dr. Aitken's conditions and procedures:

  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration
  • All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
  • Allergic Conjunctivitis
  • Anisocoria
  • Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
  • Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
  • Astigmatism
  • Bell's Palsy
  • Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
  • Benign Neoplasm of Eye
  • Blepharitis
  • Blindness
  • Blocked Tear Duct
  • Cataract
  • Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
  • Chalazion
  • Chorioretinal Scars
  • Chorioretinitis
  • Color Blindness
  • Conjunctival Hemorrhage
  • Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Corneal Erosion
  • Corneal Ulcer
  • Degenerative Disorders of Globe
  • Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Diplopia
  • Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
  • Drusen
  • Dry Eyes
  • Duane Retraction Syndrome
  • Ectropion of Eyelid
  • Entropion
  • Esophoria
  • Esotropia
  • Exophoria
  • Exotropia
  • Eye Cancer
  • Eye Infections
  • Eyelid Disorders
  • Eyelid Spasm
  • Farsightedness
  • Floaters
  • Foveal and-or Macular Hypoplasia
  • Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
  • Glaucoma
  • Graves' Disease
  • Headache
  • Heterophoria
  • Hypertropia
  • Hypotropia
  • Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
  • Iridocyclitis
  • Keratitis
  • Keratoconus
  • Lazy Eye
  • Macular Edema
  • Macular Hole
  • Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
  • Migraine
  • Nearsightedness
  • Nerve Sheath Tumors
  • Night Blindness
  • Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
  • Nystagmus
  • Ocular Hypertension
  • Optic Neuritis
  • Paralytic Strabismus
  • Parasitic Endophthalmitis
  • Pars Planitis
  • Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
  • Pinguecula
  • Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
  • Presbyopia
  • Progressive High Myopia
  • Pterygium
  • Retinal Cysts
  • Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
  • Retinal Dystrophy
  • Retinal Hemangioma
  • Retinal Hemorrhage
  • Retinal Telangiectasia
  • Retinal Vein Occlusion
  • Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
  • Retinoschisis
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Senile Cataracts
  • Sjögren's Syndrome
  • Stye
  • Tear Duct Disorders
  • Temporal Arteritis
  • Trichiasis
  • Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
  • Visual Field Defects
  • Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration

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(802) 847-0400

Dr. Aitken accepts the following insurance:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
First Health
First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
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Dr. Aitken's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Aitken

4.1

Based on 11 ratings

5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
9%
9%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
18%
18%
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Dr. Aitken is very compassionate and thorough. I was able to schedule appointments quickly for eye emergencies. He always spends an appropriate amount of time with me at his office and follows up appropriately. I trust his decision making, he always consults other providers as needed, and I always feel that I have received excellent care. Sometimes the wait is a little long, but I have been fit into his schedule last minute as needed. I highly recommend seeing Dr. Aitken.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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South Burlington, VT – Nov 01, 2017
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I really love this doctor..He is doing so much to figure out what is wrong with me and i love it i would recommend him to anyone that needs a great doctor for this kind of stuff he is a life saver...
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Tiffany Arnold in Mooers, NY – Jun 07, 2017
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Biography

Dr. Phil Aitken, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Burlington, VT and has over 56 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor...Read more

Specialties

  • Ophthalmology

Board Certifications

Education

National Hospital Nervous Dis
Fellowship Hospital
Geo Wash University Med Center
Residency Hospital
Med Center Hospital Vt
Residency Hospital
Mary Fletcher Hospital
Internship Hospital
1968
Mary Fletcher Hosp
Internship Hospital
1967
Baylor College Of Medicine
Medical School
1967
Baylor University
Medical School

Awards

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. Phil Aitken, MD accept any insurance plans?

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Does Dr. Phil Aitken, MD accept new patients?

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Phil Aitken, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Aitken's profile.

What conditions does Dr. Phil Aitken, MD treat?

Dr. Aitken frequently treats the following conditions: Visual Field Defects, Diplopia, and Blindness. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Phil Aitken, MD's office address?

Dr. Aitken's office is located at 111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. Phil Aitken, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Phil Aitken, MD is affiliated with University Of Vermont Medical Center.

Is Dr. Phil Aitken, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Phil Aitken, MD holds board certifications in Ophthalmology.

How much experience does Dr. Phil Aitken, MD have?

Dr. Aitken has over 55 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Phil Aitken, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 4.1/5 for Dr. Phil Aitken, MD. Patients say that the provider explained conditions well and the appointment wasn't rushed. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Locations

Ophthalmology - Main Campus

Ophthalmology - Main Campus111 Colchester Ave Burlington, VT 05401
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Aitken is affiliated with the following hospital. Select the hospital below to learn more.

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University Of Vermont Medical Center

Burlington, VT

78% Patients that would definitely recommend, 8% higher than the national average

12 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)