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Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD

Accepting New Patients
Specializes in: Eye Disease Ophthalmology (Corneal and External Diseases)
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine (1972 - 1976)
Professional interests include: LASIK
1801 Inwood Road 5th Floor
Dallas, TX 75390

Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD is a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX specializing in eye disease ophthalmology (corneal and external diseases). He graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine in 1976 and has 50 years of experience. Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD is affiliated with Texas Health Resources and UT Southwestern Medical Center.

View Doctor's Full Profile (214) 645-2027

Office Locations

1801 Inwood Road 5th Floor
Dallas, TX 75390
(214) 645-2027
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5303 Harry Hines Boulevard 6th Floor
Dallas, TX 75390
(214) 645-2020
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600 South Main Street 1st Floor, Suite 1.500
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 429-3050
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Some issues Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD can help you with:

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

epilation for trichiasis

By Affordability:

epilation for trichiasis

In 2024, among providers in related specialties within Texas, Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD performed more epilation for trichiasis (non-surgical removal of misdirected eyelash) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and he also had a list price for epilation for trichiasis (non-surgical removal of misdirected eyelash) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

anterior segment surgery
eye procedures

In 2012, Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD had a list price for anterior segment surgery, and eye procedures that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Texas. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2012 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 48
eye procedures 3109
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures 23
laser treatment 48
transplant procedures 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2013 were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 59
eye procedures 3480
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures 16
laser treatment 59

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 456
Female 722
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1039
Black 43
Hispanic 49
Asian 30
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 549
From 75 to 84 443
85 and over 139
Less than 65 47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2013

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 16
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 21
Dementia 8
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2014 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 49
doctor visit 27
eye procedures 3746
laser treatment 49

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 466
Female 736
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1068
Black 40
Hispanic 43
Asian 31
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 538
From 75 to 84 470
85 and over 141
Less than 65 53

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2014

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 15
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 20
Dementia 7
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2015 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 34
doctor visit 21
eye procedures 3451
laser treatment 34

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 952
Female 1540
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 2206
Black 84
Hispanic 82
Asian 72
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 1144
From 75 to 84 954
85 and over 300
Less than 65 94

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2015

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 19
Dementia 8
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2016 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 51
doctor visit 44
eye procedures 2897
laser treatment 51

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 467
Female 722
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1058
Black 32
Hispanic 40
Asian 37
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 524
From 75 to 84 492
85 and over 135
Less than 65 38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2016

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 19
Dementia 7
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2017 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 59
eye procedures 2876
laser treatment 59

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 458
Female 720
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1044
Black 37
Hispanic 31
Asian 38
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 535
From 75 to 84 483
85 and over 127
Less than 65 33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2017

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 19
Dementia 8
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2018 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 85
eye procedures 2811
laser treatment 85

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 436
Female 733
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1038
Black 36
Hispanic 32
Asian 0
Other 31
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 490
From 75 to 84 521
85 and over 124
Less than 65 34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2018

Hypertension 62
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 19
Dementia 8
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2019 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 70
eye procedures 2590
laser treatment 70

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 436
Female 703
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 1011
Black 39
Hispanic 24
Asian 29
Other 36
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 492
From 75 to 84 486
85 and over 125
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2019

Hypertension 0
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 18
Dementia 8
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2020 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 52
eye procedures 2017
laser treatment 52

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 358
Female 556
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 804
Black 35
Hispanic 23
Asian 0
Other 29
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 367
From 75 to 84 411
85 and over 109
Less than 65 27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2020

Hypertension 62
High Cholesterol 61
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 6
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 20
Dementia 7
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2021 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 75
doctor visit 12
eye procedures 2326
laser treatment 75

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 420
Female 673
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 957
Black 41
Hispanic 26
Asian 34
Other 35
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 429
From 75 to 84 513
85 and over 124
Less than 65 27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2021

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 60
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 7
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 7
Diabetes 18
Dementia 7
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2022 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 74
doctor visit 654
eye procedures 931
laser treatment 74

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 362
Female 583
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 825
Black 35
Hispanic 0
Asian 31
Other 30
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 322
From 75 to 84 478
85 and over 115
Less than 65 30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2022

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 26
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 18
Dementia 5
Cancer 19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2023 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 47
doctor visit 230
eye procedures 1111
laser treatment 47

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 288
Female 501
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 691
Black 26
Hispanic 26
Asian 0
Other 25
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 261
From 75 to 84 405
85 and over 106
Less than 65 17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2023

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 19
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 28
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 18
Dementia 6
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX during 2024 were eye procedures, capsulotomy and laser treatment.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

capsulotomy 29
doctor visit 278
eye procedures 971
laser treatment 29

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 279
Female 459
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 644
Black 29
Hispanic 0
Asian 25
Other 24
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 232
From 75 to 84 369
85 and over 120
Less than 65 17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD in 2024

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 29
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 30
Atrial Fibrilation 19
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 22
Dementia 6
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated as a cornea specialist in Dallas, TX were eye procedures, capsulotomy, laser treatment and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

capsulotomy 56
doctor visit 180
eye procedures 2485
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures 19
laser treatment 56
transplant procedures 13

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD.

Gender
Male 413
Female 665
Ethnicity
Black / African American 36
Asian / Pacific Islander 25
Non-Hispanic White 952
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 28
Other 16
Age
75 to 84 463
85 and over 128
Less than 65 32
65 to 74 452

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 53
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 16
Chronic Kidney Disease 18
Asthma 7
Osteoporosis 16
Heart Failure 9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 17
Atrial Fibrillation 10
Dementia 6
Cancer 13

Education & Training

Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine in 1976. He completed residency at U.of MO-Columbia Hospital, Internal Medicine. He has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine (1976)

Residency: U.of MO-Columbia Hospital, Internal Medicine (1978)

Licensed In: Texas

Ratings & Reviews

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Alcon Laboratories Inc $8,065 Cataract Equipment
$307 		Wavelight
$175 		CataractEquipment
$124 		LenSx
$100 		ReSTOR
$88 		Other
$7,271
Alcon Research Ltd $1,000
$1,000
Abbott Laboratories $482 Optics
$15
$466
Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc. $357 Healon Viscoelastics
$233 		TECNIS Presbyopia-Correcting IOLs
$124
Alcon Vision LLC $127 Centurion
$31
$97
Other $95 NON-PRODUCT
$29 		OPMI Lumera 700
$25 		ACTHAR
$24 		AmnioGraft
$17
Types of Payments
Education $3,029
Consulting Fee $3,000
Food and Beverage $2,205
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program $1,500
Travel and Lodging $391

Research Payments

Dr. Robert Wayne Bowman JR., MD has received 10 research payments totaling $23,846.

Biography

Dr. Robert Bowman is an eye disease ophthalmology (corneal and external diseases) specialist in Dallas, TX and Fort Worth, TX. In his practice, he is particularly interested in LASIK. Dr. Bowman attended medical school at the University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. He has received professional recognition including the following: Texas Super Doctors; D Magazine Best Doctor; and Texas Super Doctors, As seen in Texas Monthly Magazine. Dr. Bowman is professionally affiliated with Texas Health Resources and UT Southwestern Medical Center. UT Southwestern Medical Center reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Dallas, TX.

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