Dr. Matthew Bickford joined Palmetto Eye and Laser Center in August 2024. Dr. Bickford is originally from Aiken, SC and attended Clemson University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with general and department honors while earning a BS in Microbiology. He completed his medical degree at The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. Dr. Bickford continued in Charleston at the Storm Eye Institute where he completed his Residency in Ophthalmology.
Dr. Matthew Bickford joined Palmetto Eye and Laser Center in August 2024. Dr. Bickford is originally from Aiken, SC and attended Clemson University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with general and department honors while earning a BS in Microbiology. He completed his medical degree at The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. Dr. Bickford continued in Charleston at the Storm Eye Institute where he completed his Residency in Ophthalmology.
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I was able to get a next day appointment for a problem with my eyes. As always Dr. Bickford takes his time with no rushing. Thank you Dr. Bickford for being so caring.
(4 days ago)
Mar-2026
I thoroughly enjoyed his concerns about my eyes, and he talked with me to help me understand what my options were .
He is very professional and has a great personality. Thank you. Dr. Brickford.
(5 days ago)
Mar-2026
He is a very nice Doctor! I'm so glad I went to him .He cares about what you tell him ,Very good Doctor! I would give him a 10 .
(6 days ago)
Mar-2026
My 90 year old mother has been under Dr. Bickford’s care. He is a very compassionate man. Her eye is 100% better now.
(6 days ago)
Mar-2026
Great. Informed what the procedure would be and after care
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great at addressing isdues and being direct at providing info and feedback on your progress
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very professional and caring.
All the support staff was very well versed in their job. Made me feel more than a number. Was very concerned with my comfort and was very willing to answer my questions. I will be less nervous to have my next surgey.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Pleasant professional knowledgeable
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very Pleasant Very Helpful I Would Recommend Him To Others & The Staff Are Also Very Nice
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Friendly, easy going and easy to talk to, does not rush you.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
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Carolina Specialty Eye Surgery
1530 Boiling Springs Rd Spartanburg, SC 29316
Palmetto Eye & Laser Center
1520 Boiling Springs Rd Boiling Springs, SC 29316
Dr. Matthew Bickford joined Palmetto Eye and Laser Center in August 2024. Dr. Bickford is originally from Aiken, SC and attended Clemson University where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with general and department honors while earning a BS in Microbiology. He completed his medical degree at The Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. Dr. Bickford continued in Charleston at the Storm Eye Institute where he completed his Residency in Ophthalmology. He also completed a Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery; training with mentors at Boston Vision as well as Harvard’s teaching hospitals including Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
I was able to get a next day appointment for a problem with my eyes. As always Dr. Bickford takes his time with no rushing. Thank you Dr. Bickford for being so caring.
I thoroughly enjoyed his concerns about my eyes, and he talked with me to help me understand what my options were . He is very professional and has a great personality. Thank you. Dr. Brickford.
He is a very nice Doctor! I'm so glad I went to him .He cares about what you tell him ,Very good Doctor! I would give him a 10 .
My 90 year old mother has been under Dr. Bickford’s care. He is a very compassionate man. Her eye is 100% better now.
Great. Informed what the procedure would be and after care
Great at addressing isdues and being direct at providing info and feedback on your progress
Very professional and caring. All the support staff was very well versed in their job. Made me feel more than a number. Was very concerned with my comfort and was very willing to answer my questions. I will be less nervous to have my next surgey.
Pleasant professional knowledgeable
Very Pleasant Very Helpful I Would Recommend Him To Others & The Staff Are Also Very Nice
Friendly, easy going and easy to talk to, does not rush you.