The Green Eye Institute was established in 1938 by Dr. Earl W. Green. Dr. Green, a pioneer in Ophthalmology, built a reputation for modern, comprehensive, eye care delivered in a caring manner to people of South Mississippi.
Many outstanding physicians have practiced at the Green Eye Institute including Dr. Emmett Herring and Dr. John E. Green. Our present medical staff is Dr. John Pendergrass, Dr. John Petro, and Dr. Michael Atkinson.
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John Pendergrass, M.D. Board Certified University of MS Medical Center Parkland Memorial Hospital |
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John Petro, M.D. Board Certified University of MS Medical Center |
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Michael Atkinson, M.D. Board Certified University of MS Medical Center University of Tennessee Medical College |
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