
Jack F. Prince, OD
Optometry
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Jack F. Prince
Professional Titles
- Optometrist
Primary Academic Title
Assistant in Ophthalmology
Background
Jack F. Prince, O.D. is an optometrist with the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins Medicine. He specializes in comprehensive eye exams for children and adults as well as fits most types of contact lenses. Dr. Prince is skilled in diagnosing eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. He also treats minor eye conditions such as dry eye, ocular allergy, and blepharitis as well as examines patients with uncommon spectacle prescriptions such as those requiring aniseikonic or prismatic corrections.
Centers and Institutes
Research Interests
Dr. Prince is interested in preventing eye disease and slowing its progression. This is especially important for his diabetic and cataract patients. He has lectured on the ocular effects of smoking as well as the risk of light on eye disease pathogenesis and progression. Other lectures include the use of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) imaging technology in-order to diagnose eye disease at its earliest stages, the evidence for the use of vitamins to prevent eye disease, and the clinical guidelines for early diagnosis of plaquenil retinopathy.
Honors
- Graduated with Honors, University of Alabama in Birmingham School of Optometry, 1/1/83
- Summa Cum Laude, UMBC- B.A. Biological Sciences, 1/1/79
Memberships
- Maryland Optometric Association
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center, White Marsh
- 4924 Campbell Boulevard, Suite 100, Nottingham, MD 21236
- phone: 443-442-2020
- fax: 443-442-2021
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II STE 455, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 410-583-2800
- fax: 410-583-2842
Expertise
Education
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Graduate School, OD, 1983Board Certifications
Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry
American Board of Optometry, 2013Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
331 ratings, 103 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
Very professional and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
Dri. Prince continues to be a wonderful care provider after 15 years or so. Feel in very competent hands .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2025
Extremely patient and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2025
Dr. Prince is one of our favorite doctors
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2025
Dr Prince is very knowledgeable and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
Dr. Prince took the time to explain what he discovered with my exam. A blood test was ordered during this visit as well. Dr .Prince also sent a letter to my PCO to explain what he found in my exam.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Dr. Prince listened yo my concerns and was patient with my reflexes to him looking at my eyes. I think I was more bothered by it than him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2025
Jack F. Prince our optometrist, is highly intelligent, thoughtful, and has amazing listening skills. He explains everything with great detail and shred his years of wisdom with us!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2025
Great Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2025
He was excellent. First time I saw him. I will be seeing him for future appointments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Very thorough and knowledgeable with eye exam.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2025
Was very personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2025
Very efficient and extremely helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
My provider listened to my concerns and gave me excellent advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Dr. Prince was patient and explained everything. He performed all test nesseseraly to make medical diagnosis. I highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
I poked my eye with a stick..most important doc wanted to see me to make sure eye was not damaged worst The key here is the doctor wanting to see me and being expert enough to know that it was this is something you don't let sit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
I feel confident in Dr. Prince
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2025
Dr. Prince was conscious of my physical issues. I am hearing impaired and my neck has multiple fusions. He pulled his mask down when we were talking. He accomodated my neck by letting me adjust instrument to my comfort level. All in all it was a very good appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2024
Thank you so much for all that you do!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2024
Check in protocols suggest mask wearing, I did but so did my provider....was good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
Dr. Prince is an excellent doctor. He was very professional , efficient, thoughtful and extremely helpful, answering all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
Dr. Price is an outstanding clinician who also has excellent interpersonal skill.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
Dr Prince is an excellent provider. He was very thorough in his examination of my vision and gave a very clear explanation of his findings and what the treatment would be. This was my first visit to the Wilmer Eye Institute and with Dr Prince. I am so glad I came here for my eye care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
Dr. Prince was very helpful, knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
Jack Prince is thorough and concise in managing the health of my eyes.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2024
Presented as kind caring physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2024
Professional, thoughtful, friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Dr Prince professionalism was extremely about average. He Is very knowledgeable, provided clear guidance and direction. Gave me [ ]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2024
Wry good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2024
Dr. Prince needs to smile a little more, was still very , very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
Explain my situation and what I should look out for. Also gave me paperwork to explain as well as emergency number
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
Competent and friendly. Good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2024
Helpful, productive, and enjoyable interaction
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
I belong to Kaiser Permanente, came for a seod opinion for eye issue. He was very helpful, Dr. Prince answered all my conerns.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
The provider is good. No complaints
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2024
Seems very competent and well organized
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Great visit. Very professional and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2024
Very plessed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2024
Dr. Prince is professional, very though, friendly and gave great confidence in his career for me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Dr. Prince was great. He was professional, explained everything and gave me a printout of instructions for my eye care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2024
Very personable and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Although my appointment started late, Dr Prince was excellent. He gave me a thorough exam, talked through the findings, made specific recommendations for glasses
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2024
The doctor was very thorough and took his time with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2024
Smart guy with a dry sense of humor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2024
He attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2024
First time there everything went great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2024
Jack Prince is very through and explains all details so you and understand them. Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2024
I went to Wilmer w/o an appointment. Was seen right away anyway. Very impressive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
Thoughtful, Caring, Willing to go the extra mile in order to give me the necessary care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
Dr Prince is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
He was thorough and careful. He explained the diagnosis clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
Very attentive to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2024
Dr. Prince was professional, yet personable, and explained everything in in detail. I'm a scientist and appreciated how he tailored his explanation to my level of understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2024
Excellent. Very Knowledgeable. Communicated in terms I understood clearly. Excellent experience. Ty.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2024
V good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2024
He was very respectful and nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
I appreciated Dr Prince's emphasis on diet and explanation of impact on future ocular risk.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Great Provider!!! Great Examination. Highly Recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2024
Very competent, thorough, attentive, caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2024
Dr Prince is very knowledgeable and completes a thorough examination.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2024
Dr Prince is knowledgeable and completes a thorough examination
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2024
I like Dr Prince very much
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Great health care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Dr Prince was excellent in diagnosing my issues and in the treatment plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
Very thorough and explained everything as he went
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
Excellent, professional, thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Routine eye exam. Dr Prince was very good and took his time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
Routine annual eye examination. Dr. Prince did a very good job and was patient in taking his time discussing what was happening.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
He is excellent and I highly recommend him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
I find dr prince very thorough, calming, and caring. I drive a distance just to see him for my eye care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
Finest optometrist and I've seen him over twenty years. Technically very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Friendly,professional and seemed very concerned about my overall health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Congenial, informative, connected to my history
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2024
Very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Dr. Prince was on time and very appropriate. The visit was on time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2024
Dr. Prince is wonderful. Knowledgeable. Personable. Highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
I like him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Expert, professional, thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Dr Prince performs a thorough examination and I have complete confidence in him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Quite satisfactory
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2024
Dr. Prince always takes great care, shares knowledge for self care and interacts with me. I especially like his honesty when he communicates.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2024
Dr.Prince is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2024
The provider is thorough and making sure that I understand the result of my check up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2024
Dr. Prince is a true professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2024
Dr. Prince is an awesome eye provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
This was just an annual check up, and it all went very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2024
Dr. Prince was one of the most compassionate and helpful conditioners that I've had ever in eyecare. He explained everything and was concerned.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2024
Dr. Prince is a great doctor. I've seen him for the past five years. I'm always very pleased with the superb examination that he provides and thorough explanations to my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
He's was informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2024
Dr. Prince's eye exam was thorough and unrushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Dr. Prince was professional, courteous and efficient. Highly recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
Dr. Prince is always kind, considerate and informative. He is pleasant and very professional. I have been coming to him for years for these reasons.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
Very efficient and knowledgable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
Provider was excellent, answered all my questions and provide more information for follow up
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
I couldn't be more satisfied w/ my provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Dr called inquiring if the prescribed medication was working
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2024
Provider was excellent. Listened to problems. Provided solutions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
Very nice. Easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2024
Very comfortable to work with.