Ophthalmology: Cornea Surgery, Cataract Surgery, LASIK Eye Surgery
Bloomington, Minnetonka
4.9
535 Ratings
172 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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Nice dimenor with an apprehensive patient.
May-2025
Fast, concise, and efficient. A real pro at vision care!
Apr-2025
Always a smile greeting when he enters room for my ckup..He is gracuous in test result summaries and I know everything is well when he says so! So kind always .
Apr-2025
Such a professional!
Apr-2025
Excellent service
Apr-2025
Dr. Hardten is a very knowledgeable and caring eye specialist. I consider him one of the top eye physicians in the metropolitan area, especially for those with unusual conditions.
Apr-2025
Thank you
Apr-2025
Best ever for quality and personal care!
Apr-2025
Wonderful physician!!
Apr-2025
Dr. Hardten ordered very extensive testing and was extremely knowledgable about my diagnosis and helpful with how to remedy my issue. Very grateful to him and his staff!
Apr-2025
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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.
Nice dimenor with an apprehensive patient.
Fast, concise, and efficient. A real pro at vision care!
Always a smile greeting when he enters room for my ckup..He is gracuous in test result summaries and I know everything is well when he says so! So kind always .
Such a professional!
Excellent service
Dr. Hardten is a very knowledgeable and caring eye specialist. I consider him one of the top eye physicians in the metropolitan area, especially for those with unusual conditions.
Thank you
Best ever for quality and personal care!
Wonderful physician!!
Dr. Hardten ordered very extensive testing and was extremely knowledgable about my diagnosis and helpful with how to remedy my issue. Very grateful to him and his staff!