- Ophthalmologists
- VT
- Burlington, VT
- Dr. Phil Aitken, MD
Dr. Phil Aitken, MD
Ophthalmology•Male•Age 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.

Ophthalmology - Main Campus
111 Colchester Ave Burlington, VT 05401Accepting new patients
- Explains Conditions Well
- Practices at Top Hospital
- Hospital Satisfaction

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Dr. Aitken's Top Procedures and Conditions
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
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Aitken treats Diplopia more than 99% of his peers
Dr. Aitken treats this condition more than 99% of his peers
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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Dr. Aitken accepts the following insurance:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
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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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Phil Aitken, MD?
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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
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- 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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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.78% Patients that would definitely recommend, 8% higher than the national average
12 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)
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