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Christian Hester

Ophthalmology

Christian Hester, M.D.

Cornea and Refractive Surgery Specialist

Christian Hester, M.D., is a cornea and refractive surgery specialist practicing at the Little Rock Eye Clinic in Little Rock, Arkansas. His subspecialty focus encompasses complex anterior segment surgery, including corneal transplants, LASIK refractive procedures, cataract surgery with advanced intraocular lenses such as the Light Adjustable Lens, and treatments for corneal diseases. He frequently manages conditions like Fuchs' corneal dystrophy, herpetic keratitis, and other corneal pathologie

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Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)

Education & Training

  • Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (MD, 2007)
  • Residency: California Pacific Medical Center (Ophthalmology, 2012)
  • Fellowship: Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine (Cornea & External Eye Disease, 2013)
  • Fellowship: Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine (Refractive Surgery, 2013)

Years in Practice

19+ years

Peer Recognition

  • Castle ConnollyTop Doctor

    2024

  • HealthgradesHealthgrades Honor Roll
  • Little Rock SoiréeTop Doc

    2024

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Cornea & External Disease

Conditions & Treatments

Dry Eye DiseaseCorneal TransplantationCornea TransplantCorneal Disease

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock
  • Little Rock Eye Clinic

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Hester treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Hester accept Aetna insurance?
Christian Hester's public profile lists Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and CareFirst plus 4 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
Where does Dr. Hester practice?
Christian Hester practices in Little Rock, AR with hospital affiliations including Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock and Little Rock Eye Clinic.
What does Dr. Hester specialize in?
Christian Hester is a board-certified ophthalmology specialist with focus areas in Cornea & External Disease.
How long has Dr. Hester been practicing?
Christian Hester has 19+ years of clinical experience in ophthalmology.
What is Dr. Hester's medical training?
Public profile training history includes: Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (MD, 2007); Residency: California Pacific Medical Center (Ophthalmology, 2012); Fellowship: Cullen Eye Institute, Baylor College of Medicine (Cornea & External Eye Disease, 2013).

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