Joseph Matthew Newman, MD
Ophthalmology
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Locations of Joseph Matthew Newman, MD
Baylor Scott & White Pavilion - Temple
1815 S 31st St , Temple, TX, 76504
6653.5mi
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254.724.3937
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- Monday:7:30 am-5:00 pm
- Tuesday:7:30 am-5:00 pm
- Wednesday:7:30 am-5:00 pm
- Thursday:7:30 am-5:00 pm
- Friday:7:30 am-5:00 pm
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Biography
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Dr. Joseph Newman is a board-certified ophthalmologist with a subspecialty in retina care. His professional interests include macular degeneration, retinal detachments and diabetic retinopathies. Dr. Newman is passionate about encouraging overall ... View More |
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| Language(s) Spoken |
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| English |
| Education |
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| Medical School: MD, Texas A&M University College of Medicine (2005) |
| Residency: Ophthalmology, Texas A and M College of Medicine/Scott and White (2009) |
| Education: Texas A and M College of Medicine/Scott and White (2009) |
| Fellowship: Retina/Vitreous, UT Southwestern Medical Center (2010) |
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| Ophthalmology- American Board of Ophthalmology |
| Hospital Affiliations |
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| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest |
| Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital - Temple |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - College Station |
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Patient Ratings (1566)
The patient rating score is an average of all responses to physician-related questions on our nationally recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey .
| averageRating | metric | |
|---|---|---|
| 4.5 | Wait Time at Clinic | |
| 4.7 | Time Care Provider spent with Patient | |
| 4.8 | Provider showed concern | |
| 4.8 | Provider included you in decisions | |
| 4.9 | Friendliness/Courtesy of Care Provider | |
| 4.9 | Rate Care Provider |
Patient Comments (728)
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Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and are displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
| 5.0 | Nov 13, 2025 | Always professional, caring and concerned regarding my condition. Especially appreciate the time to pray with me following procedures | |
| 4.8 | Nov 12, 2025 | Always kind and listens | |
| 5.0 | Nov 12, 2025 | Could not have been better!!! | |
| 5.0 | Nov 12, 2025 | Courteous, good interaction, knowledgeable, answered questions and made me feel comfortable. A nicer experience than when I saw another provider in April. That was a horrible experience and I didn't want to come back. But glad I did | |
| 4.7 | Nov 9, 2025 | Dr Newman was very thorough and found more than my previous visit with a different provider. This was exactly why I wanted a second opinion. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 8, 2025 | Very good | |
| 5.0 | Nov 8, 2025 | Dr. Newman is very Professional, cares about his patients and their comfort. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 7, 2025 | He was really nice and explained everything to me and even prayed for me and I loved that | |
| 5.0 | Nov 6, 2025 | Dr. Newman is a very caring doctor to his patients. | |
| 3.9 | Nov 6, 2025 | Caring professional. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 5, 2025 | Dr. Newman and his assistants made me feel completely at ease with the entire eye procedure. Very professional and caring. | |
| 5.0 | Nov 5, 2025 | Excellent |
Patients appreciate
Dr. Joseph Newman receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients who consistently praise his compassionate, caring, and professional demeanor. Patients frequently describe him as thorough, kind, patient, and genuinely concerned about their well-being. His excellent communication skills stand out, with many noting that he takes time to explain procedures and diagnoses in understandable terms, answers all questions thoroughly, and never makes patients feel rushed. A particularly distinctive and deeply appreciated aspect of Dr. Newman's care is his practice of offering to pray with patients after appointments, which numerous reviewers mention as meaningful and comforting. Patients also commend his clinical expertise, particularly in performing eye injections and retinal procedures with minimal discomfort, and credit him with preserving or improving their vision. His friendly, personable approach and ability to put anxious patients at ease during difficult procedures are repeatedly highlighted.
Patients also share
The primary area for improvement mentioned in reviews relates to wait times and scheduling issues. Several patients noted that Dr. Newman sometimes appears rushed or overbooked, leading to longer waiting periods before appointments. A few reviewers mentioned feeling that their visit was hurried or that the provider seemed pressed for time, though these comments are relatively infrequent compared to the positive feedback. One patient expressed concern about the clinic overbooking appointments, and another noted that while the care was excellent, the waiting time was a negative aspect of the experience. These scheduling challenges appear to be the main operational concern affecting the patient experience.