Dr. James Paauw, M.D., is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist at Piedmont Eye Center, specializing in glaucoma and cataract surgery. He earned his M.D. (University of Michigan Medical School, distinction in research). He completed a general surgery internship and an Ophthalmology Residency (Texas A&M), serving as Chief Resident. Dr. Paauw then completed a Glaucoma Fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.
He is board-certified with the American Board of Ophthalmology and has been practicing since 2010.
Dr. James Paauw, M.D., is a Board Certified Ophthalmologist at Piedmont Eye Center, specializing in glaucoma and cataract surgery. He earned his M.D. (University of Michigan Medical School, distinction in research). He completed a general surgery internship and an Ophthalmology Residency (Texas A&M), serving as Chief Resident. Dr. Paauw then completed a Glaucoma Fellowship at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.
He is board-certified with the American Board of Ophthalmology and has been practicing since 2010.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Piedmont Eye Center through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Professional and courteous
(3 days ago)
Aug-2026
Dr. Paauw’s office is great I’ve seen him for several years. Everyone is so sweet and kind. Dr. Paauw is knowledgable and a wonderful person. I’d definitely recommend him and his staff for glaucoma treatment!
(3 days ago)
Aug-2026
Great dr.
(3 days ago)
Aug-2026
Very pleased
(4 days ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent care so far.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Excellent dr
The nurses are excellent also.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Been going to see doctor pal for about 9 years now. And he's always been real good to me.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Great doctor and person
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
I’m very happy with the care I’ve received from Dr. Paauw. I am confident that he has the expertise to resolve my eye issues.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Love Dr.Paauw! Been a patient for 6 years.
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
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Farmville – Southside Eye Center
1511 W. 3rd Street Farmville, VA 23901
Lynchburg
116 Nationwide Dr. Lynchburg, VA 24502
Bedford
412 N. Bridge Street Bedford, VA 24523
James Paauw, M.D., specializes in glaucoma and cataract surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, MI, with distinction in research. He then completed a general surgery internship and ophthalmology residency through Texas A&M in Temple, TX. During this time, he served as co-editor of Career Physician Briefings in Ophthalmology, and in his final year of residency, he acted as chief resident for the program.
Dr. Paauw completed a glaucoma fellowship at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He has a great deal of research experience and is a prolific writer and presenter on eye care topics. Among his charitable activities, Dr. Paauw has participated in multiple ophthalmology mission trips to Mexico, Kenya, and Haiti. Dr. Paauw is board-certified with the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Paauw has been practicing medicine since 2010.
Professional and courteous
Dr. Paauw’s office is great I’ve seen him for several years. Everyone is so sweet and kind. Dr. Paauw is knowledgable and a wonderful person. I’d definitely recommend him and his staff for glaucoma treatment!
Great dr.
Very pleased
Excellent care so far.
Excellent dr The nurses are excellent also.
Been going to see doctor pal for about 9 years now. And he's always been real good to me.
Great doctor and person
I’m very happy with the care I’ve received from Dr. Paauw. I am confident that he has the expertise to resolve my eye issues.
Love Dr.Paauw! Been a patient for 6 years.