Ophthalmology: Cornea Surgery, Cataract Surgery, LASIK Eye Surgery
Bloomington, Minnetonka
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.9
1K Ratings
337 Comments
Dr. David Hardten, a board-certified ophthalmologist and founding partner of Minnesota Eye Consultants, is one of the nation’s most prominent leaders in the treatment of the cornea, external disease, anterior segment, cataract, refractive and laser surgery – as well as in research and education.
Dr. David Hardten, a board-certified ophthalmologist and founding partner of Minnesota Eye Consultants, is one of the nation’s most prominent leaders in the treatment of the cornea, external disease, anterior segment, cataract, refractive and laser surgery – as well as in research and education.
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Dr Hardten was very 👍 e and answered all my questions
(3 days ago)
Aug-2026
Very professional but personal, the surgery went great.
(5 days ago)
Aug-2026
As always Dr, Hardten was professional, kind and compassionate.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
Gentle kind and considerate. Beyond combatant. Very nice man!
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
He is so kind. A super eye specialist. I highly recommend him.
(1 week ago)
Aug-2026
very personable, explained and made everything enjoyable. looking forward to doing the other eye
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Excellent communication, calm demeanir. So far it seems like his work on my eye works fir my vision,
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
great service from all there
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Qualified and knows his area
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Nice friendly doctor. Gets to the point quickly.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
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Minnesota Eye Consultants: Bloomington Office
9801 Dupont Ave S Suite 200 Bloomington, MN 55431
Minnesota Eye Consultants: Minnetonka Office
10709 Wayzata Blvd Suite 200 Minnetonka, MN 55305
Dr. David Hardten, a board-certified ophthalmologist and founding partner of Minnesota Eye Consultants, is one of the nation’s most prominent leaders in the treatment of the cornea, external disease, anterior segment, cataract, refractive and laser surgery – as well as in research and education.
Dr. Hardten is closely involved in research projects surrounding LASIK Eye Surgery, refractive surgery, complex case management, cataract surgery, natural lens replacement surgery, glaucoma management, corneal transplantation, iris reconstruction, surgical instrumentation, and drug therapies. He formerly served as director for Minnesota Eye Consultants’ Clinical Research Department.
Dr. Hardten has received numerous awards for his dedication to the eye care industry including the 2011 Casebeer Award for outstanding contribution to the research and development of refractive surgery from the International Society of Refractive Surgery, the 2011 Allina HOPE (Hospital Outstanding Patient Experience) Award, and the 2010 American Academy of Ophthalmology Lifelong Education for the Ophthalmologist Continuing Education Recognition Award.
Dr. Hardten entered private practice in 1993 with Drs. Richard L. Lindstrom and Thomas W. Samuelson, also founding partners of Minnesota Eye Consultants. He is an attending ophthalmologist at Phillips Eye Institute in Minneapolis, MN, as well.
In addition to his active practice in medical and surgical diseases of the cornea and refractive and IOL surgery, Dr. Hardten lectures throughout the world on refractive surgery and research. He has published hundreds of textbook chapters, articles, and abstracts on cornea, cataract and refractive surgery.
Dr. Hardten resides in Excelsior, MN, with his wife, Christine, and their two daughters. In his free time, he enjoys golf, tennis, and travel.
Dr Hardten was very 👍 e and answered all my questions
Very professional but personal, the surgery went great.
As always Dr, Hardten was professional, kind and compassionate.
Gentle kind and considerate. Beyond combatant. Very nice man!
He is so kind. A super eye specialist. I highly recommend him.
very personable, explained and made everything enjoyable. looking forward to doing the other eye
Excellent communication, calm demeanir. So far it seems like his work on my eye works fir my vision,
great service from all there
Qualified and knows his area
Nice friendly doctor. Gets to the point quickly.