“My LASIK experience was fantastic from start to finish. From the initial office visit to the day of surgery and the follow-up care, the entire team was excellent. Everything went smoothly, and I had no issues whatsoever. My only regret is that I didn’t do…”
LASIK surgeon
William Varr III, M.D.
Dr. Varr is an ophthalmologist with 20+ years of experience specializing in cataract and refractive surgery.
- 4.8★1,800+ reviews
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About Dr. Varr III
Dr. Varr has over 20 years of ophthalmic experience, specializing in cataract and refractive surgery. Experience and knowledge are what sets Dr. Varr apart and what gives his patients the utmost confidence and sense of security.
EDUCATION | TRAINING
Dr. Varr is a graduate of Columbia College and received his medical degree from New York Medical College. He served in the US Army as Chief of Ophthalmology and Flight Surgeon at US Aeromedical Center, Ft. Rucker, AL from 1988-1992. During this time, he was a member of the Army Aviation Medicine Board of Review while serving as the Clinical Instructor for the US Army Flight Surgery School and Advisor to the US Army Surgeon General for Aviation Ophthalmology. His experience has been recognized with the US Army Achievement Medal and US Army Meritorious Service medal.
Memberships | Affiliations
Dr. Varr has served as President of Rhode Island Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons (2004-2006) and continues to be a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, American Medical Association, and the Rhode Island Medical Society. Dr. Varr’s hobbies include breeding and showing Portuguese Water Dogs, long-distance sailing, hunting, shooting sports, and skiing.
What patients say about Dr. Varr III
Combined from the Providence and Boston centers where Dr. Varr III performs surgery.
1,800+ Google reviews
“Amazing experience! My vision before this procedure was horrible and affected every aspect of my life and passions. Now with LASIK I can live my life enjoying everything around me so much more! I recommend to everyone and anyone! Was magical experience waking up and…”
“I had lasik on Friday. I was very impressed with the level of care and time that the doctors spent with me prior to the procedure. We had decided against mono vision, but the doctor had me try a few more things and it turns…”
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