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Jack F. Prince

Jack F. Prince, OD

Optometry

Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
4.8 of 5 stars331 ratings, 103 reviews

Highlights

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

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

Wilmer Eye Institute Research

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

  1. Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center, White Marsh
    • 4924 Campbell Boulevard, Suite 100, Nottingham, MD 21236
    • Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
      • 10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II STE 455, Lutherville, MD 21093

      Expertise

      Education

      University of Alabama at Birmingham

      Graduate School, OD, 1983

      Board Certifications

      Diplomate of the American Board of Optometry

      American Board of Optometry, 2013

      Insurance

      Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
      Search plans
      • 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 reviews

      The 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.

      Overall Rating by Patient
      Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
      Provider Listened Carefully
      Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Explained Things Clearly
      Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Knew Medical History
      Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Showed Respect
      Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Spent Enough Time
      Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/3/2025

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/19/2025

        Very professional and friendly

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 2/17/2025

        Extremely patient and informative.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/14/2025

        Dr. Prince is one of our favorite doctors

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/12/2025

        Dr Prince is very knowledgeable and kind.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 1/29/2025

        Great Doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/23/2025

        He was excellent. First time I saw him. I will be seeing him for future appointments.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/22/2025

        Very thorough and knowledgeable with eye exam.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/21/2025

        Was very personable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/17/2025

        Very efficient and extremely helpful.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/14/2025

        My provider listened to my concerns and gave me excellent advice.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 1/8/2025

        I feel confident in Dr. Prince

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/3/2025

        Good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 12/20/2024

        Thank you so much for all that you do!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/20/2024

        Check in protocols suggest mask wearing, I did but so did my provider....was good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 12/17/2024

        Dr. Price is an outstanding clinician who also has excellent interpersonal skill.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 12/12/2024

        Dr. Prince was very helpful, knowledgeable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/11/2024

        Jack Prince is thorough and concise in managing the health of my eyes.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/15/2024

        Presented as kind caring physician

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/15/2024

        Professional, thoughtful, friendly

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 11/8/2024

        Wry good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/8/2024

        Dr. Prince needs to smile a little more, was still very , very nice.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 11/6/2024

        Competent and friendly. Good experience.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/4/2024

        Helpful, productive, and enjoyable interaction

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 11/1/2024

        The provider is good. No complaints

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/31/2024

        Seems very competent and well organized

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/30/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/23/2024

        Great visit. Very professional and friendly

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/21/2024

        Very plessed

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/21/2024

        Dr. Prince is professional, very though, friendly and gave great confidence in his career for me

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 10/15/2024

        Very personable and thorough.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 10/9/2024

        The doctor was very thorough and took his time with me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/7/2024

        Smart guy with a dry sense of humor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/4/2024

        He attentive

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/4/2024

        First time there everything went great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/2/2024

        Jack Prince is very through and explains all details so you and understand them. Very professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/2/2024

        I went to Wilmer w/o an appointment. Was seen right away anyway. Very impressive

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/1/2024

        Thoughtful, Caring, Willing to go the extra mile in order to give me the necessary care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/1/2024

        Dr Prince is great.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/25/2024

        He was thorough and careful. He explained the diagnosis clearly.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/23/2024

        Very attentive to my concerns.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/19/2024

        Very good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 9/18/2024

        Excellent. Very Knowledgeable. Communicated in terms I understood clearly. Excellent experience. Ty.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/6/2024

        V good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/3/2024

        He was very respectful and nice

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/28/2024

        I appreciated Dr Prince's emphasis on diet and explanation of impact on future ocular risk.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/28/2024

        Great Provider!!! Great Examination. Highly Recommend.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/22/2024

        Very competent, thorough, attentive, caring.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/21/2024

        Dr Prince is very knowledgeable and completes a thorough examination.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/21/2024

        Dr Prince is knowledgeable and completes a thorough examination

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/9/2024

        I like Dr Prince very much

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/8/2024

        Great health care

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/6/2024

        Dr Prince was excellent in diagnosing my issues and in the treatment plan.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/2/2024

        Very thorough and explained everything as he went

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/2/2024

        Excellent, professional, thorough

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/1/2024

        Routine eye exam. Dr Prince was very good and took his time

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 7/31/2024

        He is excellent and I highly recommend him

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 7/29/2024

        Finest optometrist and I've seen him over twenty years. Technically very knowledgeable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/22/2024

        Friendly,professional and seemed very concerned about my overall health

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/18/2024

        Congenial, informative, connected to my history

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/18/2024

        Very thorough

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/17/2024

        Dr. Prince was on time and very appropriate. The visit was on time.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/15/2024

        Dr. Prince is wonderful. Knowledgeable. Personable. Highly recommend him.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/10/2024

        I like him

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/10/2024

        Expert, professional, thorough

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/10/2024

        Dr Prince performs a thorough examination and I have complete confidence in him

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/9/2024

        Quite satisfactory

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 7/2/2024

        Dr.Prince is the best.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/2/2024

        The provider is thorough and making sure that I understand the result of my check up.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/24/2024

        Dr. Prince is a true professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/21/2024

        Dr. Prince is an awesome eye provider!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/20/2024

        This was just an annual check up, and it all went very well.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 5/23/2024

        He's was informative

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/22/2024

        Dr. Prince's eye exam was thorough and unrushed.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/16/2024

        Dr. Prince was professional, courteous and efficient. Highly recommend.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed 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 stars
        Reviewed on 5/8/2024

        Very efficient and knowledgable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/8/2024

        Provider was excellent, answered all my questions and provide more information for follow up

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/8/2024

        I couldn't be more satisfied w/ my provider.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/16/2024

        Dr called inquiring if the prescribed medication was working

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/3/2024

        Provider was excellent. Listened to problems. Provided solutions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/2/2024

        Very nice. Easy to understand.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/27/2024

        Very comfortable to work with.