
Nathan W. Blessing, MD
Cirugía oftálmica estética y cosméticaCirugía oftalmológica plástica y reconstructiva
Highlights
Edades de los pacientes
- Young Adults (ages 19-26)
- Adultos
Idiomas
- Inglés
- Español
Acerca de Nathan W. Blessing
Títulos
Associate Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology
Intereses clínicos
Anophthalmic Socket Surgery
Blepharoplasty (Upper and Lower Eyelid)
Botulinum Toxin for Hemifacial Spasm, Blepharospasm, and Wrinkle Reduction
Brow and Forehead Lifting
Eye Removal Surgery (Evisceration, Enucleation, Exenteration)
Eyelid and Orbital Reconstructive Surgery
Repair of Mohs Micrographic Surgical Defects
Eyelid and Orbital Tumors
Laser Skin Rejuvenation and Scar Rehabilitation
Lacrimal Diseases and Surgery
Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Lacrimal & Facial Surgery
Oculofacial Plastic Surgery
Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration
Orbital Fracture and Trauma Repair
Orbital Decompression Surgery
Pediatric Oculoplastics
Ptosis Repair
Revisional Eyelid Surgery
Thyroid Eye Disease
Intereses de investigación
Orbital Fracture Repair, Solitary Fibrous Tumor of the Orbit, Sebaceous Cell Carcinoma, Thyroid Eye Disease
Biografía
Dr. Nathan Blessing is an associate professor of clinical ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) and is a Fellow member of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS).
A native of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Dr. Blessing graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia with a degree in biology and earned scholarships to study the role of urea transporters in renal physiology. He then pursued medical school at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, where he graduated with Special Distinction as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha.
Dr. Blessing completed his ophthalmology residency at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida, consistently ranked the No. 1 ophthalmology residency training program in the United States. He then stayed at Bascom Palmer to complete an esteemed ASOPRS-accredited two-year fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery.
After fellowship, Dr. Blessing returned home to Oklahoma to join the faculty of the Dean McGee Eye Institute as a Clinical Assistant Professor from 2018 to 2021 where he had an active role in residency education and also helped to train the global eye care fellow. He was instrumental in implementing both aesthetic injectable and surgical fundamental programs for the ophthalmology residents and was an active participant in the Dean McGee Global Eye Care Program.
Dr. Blessing’s research interests include solitary fibrous tumor of the orbit, sebaceous cell carcinoma of the ocular adnexa, orbital fracture repair, and thyroid eye disease. He has presented his research and given lectures at both national and international meetings and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters. He has also traveled to Argentina, Ethiopia, and eSwatini to teach and to provide medical and surgical care. He is fluent in English and speaks conversational Spanish.
Educación y entrenamiento
Educación
- Fellowship: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Oculoplastic Surgery, 2018
- Residency: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Ophthalmology, 2016
- Internship: University of Oklahoma Health Sciences, Internal Medicine, 2013
- Medical School: University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, 2012
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology
Seguros aceptados
- Aetna - WC
- Aetna Affiliates/Signature Adm. (ASA)
- Aetna Behavioral Health
- Aetna Elect Choice (EPO)
- Aetna-FL Healthy Kids
- Aetna-HMO
- Aetna-Medicaid HMO
- Aetna-Medicare HMO
- Aetna-Medicare PPO
- Aetna-POS
- Aetna-PPO
- Aetna-UM Employee-HMO 1
- Aetna-UM Employee-HMO 2
- Aetna-UM Employee-POS HRA
- Aetna/Coventry - Institutes of Excellence (IOE)
- Amerigroup-FL Healthy Kids
- Amerigroup-Medicaid HMO
- Argus Vision
- AvMed Choice
- AvMed-HMO/POS
- AvMed-MDC and JHS Groups
- AvMed-Medicare HMO
- AXIS
- BCBS Blue Options-Network Blue-PPO
- BCBS BlueCare-HealthOptions HMO
- BCBS BlueChoice PPC-PPO
- BCBS Miami Dade Blue-PPO
- BCBS of FL - except "SELECT" Plans
- BCBS of FL (Commercial plans exclude HIX Select)
- BCBS Traditional-PHS-PPO
- Beacon Health (FKA ValueOption)
- Beech Street-PPO
- Broward Health Medical Center
- CarePlus-Medicare HMO
- Catholic Hospice
- CCP-CMS Title XIX (Medicaid Enrolled in South Florida)
- CCP-CMS Title XXI (Non-Medicaid Enrolled in South Florida)
- CCP-MMA (Broward County residents)
- Charlotte County Sheriff's Office-PPO
- Cigna Affiliates
- Cigna Behavioral Health
- Cigna Dental-HMO and PPO
- Cigna Life Source (Intracorp is part of Cigna Lifesource)
- Cigna Shared Administration
- Cigna-EPO
- Cigna-HMO
- Cigna-MDCPS Jackson Sr. High
- Cigna-POS
- Cigna-PPO
- Clear Health Alliance-SNP Medicaid HMO
- CompCare (Comprehensive Behavioral Care)
- Concordia Behavioral Health
- CorVel - WC
- Coventry First Health - WC
- Coventry Health Care of FL (HIP)-HMO/POS
- Coventry Health Care of FL (HIP)-PPO
- Coventry Health Plan of FL (Foundation)-HMO
- Coventry Health Plan of FL (Foundation)-POS
- Coventry National-PPO
- Coventry Summit-Medicare HMO
- Coventry Vista-Medicare HMO
- Coventry-First Health-PPO
- Delta Dental-PPO
- DentaQuest (ADI)
- DIKLA
- Dimension - WC
- Dimension Plus-PPO
- EHN - PPO
- EQUIAN (fka Health Systems International)
- Europe Assistance/Global Corporate Solutions
- eyeQuest
- FCCI - WC
- Florida Healthcare Plan (Affiliate of BCBSFL)
- Florida PACE (FPC)
- Freedom Health-Medicaid HMO
- Freedom Health-Medicare HMO
- Gallagher Bassett - WC (MDCPS & FCSRMC)
- Global Excel Mgt PPO
- Global Health Claims Services
- Great West (Cigna)-HMO/POS
- Guardian Life PPO
- HAA Preferred Partners
- Health First Health-HMO/POS
- Health First Health-Medicare HMO
- Health First Health-PPO
- Health Net Veterans Choice HMO
- Heritage Summit Healthcare - WC
- Humana - HUMx
- Humana Behavioral Health (fka LifeSynch)
- Humana Dental/CompBenefits/OHS
- Humana National Transplant
- Humana-EPO
- Humana-HMO
- Humana-Medicaid HMO
- Humana-Medicare HMO
- Humana-PPO
- Humana-Premier
- iCare Health Solutions
- Interlink Health Services
- International Kids Fund (IKF)
- League Medical Concepts-Federal Inmates
- Life Trac
- Magellan Behavioral Health
- Magellan Complete Care-SNP Medicaid HMO
- MDAbroad
- Medica-Medicare HMO
- Medical Development In't (MDI)-Federal Inmates
- Medicus
- Metlife Dental-PPO
- MHNet Behavioral Network
- Molina
- Molina - Market Place
- Molina-Medicaid HMO
- Molina-Medicare HMO
- Morgan White International
- MultiPlan-PPO
- Naphcare (Federal Prisoners)
- National Healthcare Solutions Inc.
- Neighborhood HealthPlan-HMO/POS
- Neighborhood HealthPlan-PPO
- North Broward Hospital District-PPO
- Olympus Managed Healthcare
- Optum
- Positive Healthcare-SNP Medicaid HMO
- Positive Healthcare-SNP Medicare HMO
- Prestige Health Choice-Medicaid HMO
- Prime Health Services - WC
- Quality Health Management
- Religious Order of Jehovah's Witnesses-PPO
- Rockport Healthcare Group - WC
- Royal Caribbean Cruises-PPO
- Sanus Health Corporation
- Simply Healthcare-Medicaid HMO
- Solstice Dental-HMO and PPO
- Start Healthcare Network
- Sunshine
- Sunshine - AMBETTER
- Sunshine-Healthy Kids HMO
- Sunshine-Medicaid HMO
- Sunshine-Medicare HMO
- Tricare South Prime-HMO
- Tricare South Standard-PPO
- United Behavioral Health (UBH)
- UnitedHealthcare Affiliates
- UnitedHealthcare-Healthy Kids HMO
- UnitedHealthcare-HMO/POS
- UnitedHealthcare-Medicaid HMO
- UnitedHealthcare-Medicare Nursing Home Plan
- UnitedHealthcare-PPO
- University of Miami Athletic Dept-PPO
- VUMI
- Wellcare/Staywell-Healthy Kids HMO
- Wellcare/Staywell-Medicaid HMO
- Wexford Health-State Inmates
- Worldwide Managed Care
Calificaciones y opiniones
4.7 de 5
576 ratings, 100 opiniónsUHealth se compromete a ser transparente con nuestros pacientes y la comunidad. Para lograrlo, incluimos comentarios positivos y negativos de la sección de proveedores de atención médica de la encuesta sobre la práctica médica. Todas las calificaciones y comentarios son enviados por pacientes que han experimentado la atención ambulatoria con nuestros proveedores. Los comentarios se revisan cuidadosamente para garantizar que cada uno refleje con precisión la percepción del paciente sobre la atención que recibió.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2026
Just a great experience overall.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2026
Looking forward to my surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/22/2026
Will always return for eye care.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
I had a good experience with UHealth at Palm Beach Gardens and I really liked Dr. Blessing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2026
Dr. Blessing is Great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
I had seen Dr Blessing a few years with a different issue. Both time I received excellent care. He is busy and you have to wait for an appointment, but it is worth it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
He is very good at what he does. Explains everything and made great choices for my case.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
The initial consultation went smoothly. Once my procedure (DCR) is completed, I will have further feedback.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Very good he knows his work
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Professional but friendly. Felt at ease
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Dr blessing was outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Very cooperative & respectful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Excellent in every way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2025
Dr Blessing took the time to thoroughly diagnose and explain my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
Professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
You could tell he was experienced. He was very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
Dr Blessing is highly skilled in his profession, thank goodness he is with Bascom Palmer in Palm Beach. He raises the level of respect and professionalism to a new level.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2025
Doctor blessing was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
I’m very satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
I was late for an appointment and they worked me in. I was grateful because I had driven quite a ways to the center.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2025
I feel very fortunate to be treated at Bascom Palmer!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Dr blessing is a great surgeon
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Going to one of the best facilities in the world, I expected no problems
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
If my Dr ever retires I will be transferring to BP
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Good
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
I had a positive experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
All good!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2025
Patient, knowledgeable, kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Dr. Blessing & his staff took very good care of me. Especially Saintienne.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
I think Dr Koo and Dr Blessibg are fabulous. The are very skilled professionals and are warm and caring as people. I’ve referred several family and friends to them and will continue to do so!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
My provider did a great job and I am happy.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
Trusted his ability but felt rushed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
Dr Blessing was very knowledgeable and courteous
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
Dr Blessing seemed a bit preoccupied. I did not ask him any questions. He seemed to be in a rush. Just one of those days I suppose.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Felt rushed with Doctor and when I voice my concerns with what I’m experiencing after surgery his response is brief and leaves me feeling uncertain with his response, I truly feel I should have gone for a second opinion however it’s now too late
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
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- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr blessing is a true professional
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
A bit dismissive, felt rushed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
You guys are always very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Dr Blessing was top notch
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
No additional feedback as everything was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr Blessing is good at what he does and is knowledgeable. Answers questions and personal.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
I was referred to by Dr. [ ] was able to get an appointment with out waiting weeks.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr Blessing is the best. 👍
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
I was once again impressed with all my care from start to finish thank you 🤗
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
I am very happy with my whole experience and the way that everything was handled and all the explanations .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Love all the people T Bascom Palmer! Dr. BLESSING is wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Doctor Blessing was outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
I have not had my procedure yet, but plan to because of the professionalism of Dr. Blessing and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
Everything went very smoothly.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
My visit was very successful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Professional, and asked questions of me Diagnosis made
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr. Blessing and his staff went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable and taken care of
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Everyone was extremely helpful and kind. Great visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Great practice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Hopefully my insurance will let me proceed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2025
Dr. Blessing is wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2025
Excellent service, support, and outcome. Would refer without hesitation!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2025
Doctor seemed rushed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2025
Excellent visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2025
Very knowledgeable
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2025
Dr. Blessing referred me to a doctor to do testing. I have not been able to get an appointment with that doctor. I am hoping to next week.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2025
He was outstanding!! I thought he was down to earth and very honest and also very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
Very Tentative to My questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
Dr Blessing is very professional and caring. He is thorough and explains everything in an understanding way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2025
I'm extremely happy with my experience with Dr Blessing! Well, I honestly was not happy to hear he is going to remove my stents But after his explanation of why they have to come out I'm ok
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2025
Everything was fine; courteous and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/26/2024
Dr. Blessing was very impressive. I have already recommended him to several friends & family.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2024
The Care provider was outstanding giving me all the information I needed and answering any questions I had. Always available for followup questions as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2024
Dr Blessing was caring, professional, highly skilled, kind. He did a great job with my tear duct surgery. There were no problems, no pain after the procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2024
Absolutely will recommend
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Dr Blessing was very knowledgeable, clear, and thoughtful to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2024
I had all my questions answered and the care was above and beyond!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2024
Second opportunity to see Dr. Blessing - I had similar surgery 18 months ago - he's a great clinician and very personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2024
Very pleased with Dr Blessing's care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
Dr Blessings was excellentAfter consultation he Tapped my in the back, looked at me and said I can fix thisThis gesture brings confort for the precedure to us patientsIt was ver nice of himThanks Dr Blessings
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2024
Dr excellent
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2024
I'd recommend it only for serious issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2024
Dr Blessing is very understanding and extremely smart.. I have full confidence when he proposes his treatments as with follow-up and concerns I may have. To trust your eyes to what started out as a complete stranger is huge.. But I feel extremely confident with his care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2024
It was all GOOD!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2024
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2024
Excellent
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Love Dr. Blessing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2024
Dr.Blessing is very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
Dr. Blessing was very forthcoming with all the information I needed, post op and answered all my questions, and set up a plan for future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2024
Dr. Blessing was very thorough and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
Great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Dr Blessing is five star & then some. He & his entire staff are perfect in every which way. So many thank you's!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Smart warm thoroughfunny
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2024
Super doctor, kind, thorough, and efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
Dr. Blessing was very informative. He answered all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2024
Dr Blessing was very kind and informative on my upcoming surgery. Even though I was not completely happy with the path that needed to be taken, his explanation of the need helped calm my angst.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2024
He can't do any better. He was trained to care for others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/26/2024
I truly had a wonderful visit from time of arrival until departure. Dr. Blessing was outstanding. I am really impressed with the care I received.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/19/2024
Dr Blessing is both well educated and thorough.