W. Barry Lee, M.D., F.A.C.S.

cataract surgery cornea, external eye diseases and refractive surgery

W. Barry Lee, M.D., F.A.C.S. is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist specializing in cornea, external diseases, refractive (LASIK) surgery, and cataract surgery. His undergraduate and medical school degrees are from the University of Kentucky. He completed residency training at the University of Kentucky and his fellowship training at the University of California, Davis. Dr. Lee joined Eye Consultants of Atlanta in 2003 and practices at the Cumberland, Buckhead, Piedmont Eye, and Macon locations.

Offices:

1. Cumberland

3225 Cumberland Blvd. SE Suites 175, 800 & 900 Atlanta, GA 30339

Directions

P: (404) 351-2220

2. Buckhead P. (404) 350-1425

3. Piedmont Eye P. (404) 350-1410

4. Macon

Consulting Offices Visited:

Family Eye Care, Milledgeville, GA
Eye Center of Central Georgia, Macon, GA
Southeast Eye Specialists, Chattanooga, TN

Surgical Privileges:

Piedmont Hospital
Piedmont Eye Ambulatory Surgery Center
Piedmont Better Vision Laser Vision Correction
Medical Eye Associates, Macon, GA
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

Honors:

President, Georgia Society of Ophthalmology, 2017-2018
Eye Bank Association, R. Townley Paton Award, 2018
American Academy of Ophthalmology: Senior Achievement Award, 2017; Achievement Award, 2010
“Best Doctors in America” 2009 – 2018
Top Doctors in Atlanta, Atlanta Magazine, multiple years, 2007-present
Premier Surgeon 250 list, Ocular Surgery News / Slack
Board Examiner for American Board of Ophthalmology
Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Phi Beta Kappa
Piedmont Clinic Summit Award for Excellent/Innovation, 2016
Textbook co-author, Ocular Surface Disease
Co-editor, Focal Points, Refractive Surgery Section

Medical Memberships & Affiliations:

American Academy of Ophthalmology Chair, Ophthalmology Technology Assessment Committee (Cornea Section) (2008-2014)
American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery
Cornea Society – Board of Directors (2010-2016); Vice President (2016-19)
Cornea Society Scientific Program Chair (2011-2015)
Eye Bank Association of America – (Board of Directors, 2016-18)
Georgia Society of Ophthalmology – (President, 2017-18)
American College of Surgeons

Community Service:

Georgia Eye Bank
Associate Medical Director (2006-2009)
Medical Director (2009-present)

education:

Fellowship:

Cornea, External Disease & Refractive Surgery
University of California, Davis Dept. of Ophthalmology Sacramento, California
Preceptors: Mark J. Mannis, M.D.
Ivan R. Schwab, M.D.
Residency:

University of Kentucky Medical Center, Lexington, KY
Internship:

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Spartanburg, SC
Medical School:

University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Lexington, KY
Highest Distinction, 1998
Undergraduate Degree:

University of Kentucky, Biological Sciences, Chemistry,
Highest Distinction, 1994
Click here for Dr. Lee’s complete curriculum vitae.

W. Barry Lee, M.D., F.A.C.S. - Cumberland Cornea Specialist

4.6

Based on 59 reviews

Jim Brite

20:37 02 May 22

I think highly of Dr. Lee but the check in staff’s concern for my time were non existent. After waiting an 1-1/2 hour... I noticed a sign that said wait was a standard 2-3 hours. Feeling I should have been notified when making appointment of very lengthy delays, I decided to leave. I hate having to find another ophthalmologist since Dr. Lee did my surgery. I would highly recommend Dr. Lee but due to delays I would advise potential patients of wait and office staff.read more

Itza Vil

01:24 18 Mar 22

Dr Barry Lee is the best. He is very professional and truly cares about his patients. Dr Lee was able to correct both... of my eyes pterygium that was causing eyesight problems. After six years my eyes still clear and symptom free. Thank you Dr Leeread more

Dorothy Rarrick

23:18 16 Mar 22

ALWAYS FEEL LIKE I AM WELL CARED FOR AT THE CUMBERLAND FACILITY. DR. LEE ANSWERS MY QUESTIONS WITHOUT ME EVEN HAVING... TO ASK. HAVE SURGERY SCHEDULED AND I HAVE GREAT CONFIDENCE IN DR. LEE.read more

Sherrie Powell

13:22 10 Jul 21

I highly recommend Dr. Lee. He is knowledgeable, patient, and kind. He and his staff (Donnie, John, and Samantha) made... my recent surgery worry-free for me by explaining each step and answering my questions.If you want the best eye care possible, Eye Consultants of Atlanta and Dr. Lee are your best bet!read more

Roberta Lewis

20:04 09 Jul 21

My office visit Took 2 1/2 hours and I wasn’t having anything special done. Other than that, I have every confidence in... Dr. Lee and would recommend him to anyone.read more

sandra smith

14:34 03 Jul 21

Dr. Lee performed cataract surgery on both my eyes: The right in March 2021 and the left the following June. I feel he... is a exceptional eye surgeon and as an added bonus, a doctor who really cares about his patients. I was also impressed with his surgery team. He has an extremely busy practice that runs like clockwork. A good team is essential when running a practice of this magnitude.read more

Gary Hester

20:55 14 Jun 21

Dr Lee is great. He replaced both of my lenses due to cataracts several years ago. Both eye surgeries went well and... the follow up has been outstanding. I would highly recommend Dr Lee. Also a 5 star rating to his assistant Samantha, she went above and beyond helping me earlier this year.read more

Daniel Lyczak

02:27 04 Jun 21

Dr. Lee was simply fantastic. Very personable while also being professional. He made me feel comfortable and informed.... The person who did all the testing (I believe his name is John) was also amazing, informative and friendly, thorough and reassuring.A star was deducted due to having to wait around 90 minutes passed my appointment time before having my name being called. I can understand how busy they are (most likely due to their quality) but it seems like they should be better suited to deal with demand. It’s also been over 2 weeks and I’m still waiting for them to call me back to schedule my surgery.read more

Anthony Lumpkin

19:58 03 Jun 21

They were very knowledgeable and explained in casual terms the ins and outs of my condition and are doing everything to... help me get better. 10/10 would recommend.read more

Harvey Brown III

20:30 02 Apr 21

The staff is friendly and courteous. My wait time was not excessive. Dr Lee took care to explain what my problem... was and what he was doing. I was fearful there was permanent damage to my eye. The staff and Dr Lee were comferting and verified there would be no permanent damage.read more

Luis Araya

20:25 02 Apr 21

I love this practice. All the staff from the front to the back office are so nice and helpful and always with a smile.... Dr. Lee has been the first doctor that actually have been able to help me with my vision without going the “bandaid” route. My vision results have been amazing and I can’t thank Dr. Lee enough. I highly recommend this practice to anyone.read more

Dale Schwartz

23:30 09 Dec 20

If you want the best, go to Eye Consultants of Atlanta. They have an award-winning specialist in every field of eye... care. I and my family (some of whom are physicians themselves) all use this practice and we have referred many patients to them.read more

Claudene Thompson

02:35 25 Jul 20

My visit with Dr Lee was a good one, I was nervous about my appointment and upcoming surgery but he made it very... pleasant and answered all my questions! I look forward to having my surgery with Dr Lee and a great recovery!read more

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