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Nathan W. Blessing

Nathan W. Blessing, MD

Aesthetic and Cosmetic Ophthalmic SurgeryOphthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Young Adults (ages 19-26)
  • Adults

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

About Nathan W. Blessing

Roles

Associate Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology

Clinical Area

Aesthetic Eyelid and Facial Surgery
Anophthalmic Socket Surgery
Blepharoplasty (Upper and Lower Eyelid)
Botulinum Toxin for Hemifacial Spasm, Blepharospasm, and Wrinkle Reduction
Brow and Forehead Lifting
Eye Removal Surgery (Evisceration, Enucleation, Exenteration)
Eyelid and Orbital Reconstructive Surgery
Repair of Mohs Micrographic Surgical Defects
Eyelid and Orbital Tumors
Laser Skin Rejuvenation and Scar Rehabilitation
Lacrimal Diseases and Surgery
Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Lacrimal & Facial Surgery
Oculofacial Plastic Surgery
Optic Nerve Sheath Fenestration
Orbital Fracture and Trauma Repair
Orbital Decompression Surgery
Pediatric Oculoplastics
Ptosis Repair
Revisional Eyelid Surgery
Thyroid Eye Disease

Research Interests

Orbital Fracture Repair, Solitary Fibrous Tumor of the Orbit, Sebaceous Cell Carcinoma, Thyroid Eye Disease

About the Provider

Dr. Nathan Blessing is an associate professor of clinical ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) and is a Fellow member of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS). 
A native of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Dr. Blessing graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia with a degree in biology and earned scholarships to study the role of urea transporters in renal physiology. He then pursued medical school at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, where he graduated with Special Distinction as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha.
Dr. Blessing completed his ophthalmology residency at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida, consistently ranked the No. 1 ophthalmology residency training program in the United States. He then stayed at Bascom Palmer to complete an esteemed ASOPRS-accredited two-year fellowship in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery.
After fellowship, Dr. Blessing returned home to Oklahoma to join the faculty of the Dean McGee Eye Institute as a Clinical Assistant Professor from 2018 to 2021 where he had an active role in residency education and also helped to train the global eye care fellow. He was instrumental in implementing both aesthetic injectable and surgical fundamental programs for the ophthalmology residents and was an active participant in the Dean McGee Global Eye Care Program. 
Dr. Blessing’s research interests include solitary fibrous tumor of the orbit, sebaceous cell carcinoma of the ocular adnexa, orbital fracture repair, and thyroid eye disease. He has presented his research and given lectures at both national and international meetings and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters. He has also traveled to Argentina, Ethiopia, and eSwatini to teach and to provide medical and surgical care. He is fluent in English and speaks conversational Spanish.

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    Expertise

    Education

    • Fellowship: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Oculoplastic Surgery, 2018
    • Residency: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Ophthalmology, 2016
    • Internship: University of Oklahoma Health Sciences, Internal Medicine, 2013
    • Medical School: University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, 2012

    Board Certifications

    • Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology

    Insurance

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    • Aetna - WC
    • Aetna Affiliates/Signature Adm. (ASA)
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    • Aetna Elect Choice (EPO)
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    • Aetna-UM Employee-HMO 1
    • Aetna-UM Employee-HMO 2
    • Aetna-UM Employee-POS HRA
    • Aetna/Coventry - Institutes of Excellence (IOE)
    • Amerigroup-FL Healthy Kids
    • Amerigroup-Medicaid HMO
    • Argus Vision
    • AvMed Choice
    • AvMed-HMO/POS
    • AvMed-MDC and JHS Groups
    • AvMed-Medicare HMO
    • AXIS
    • BCBS Blue Options-Network Blue-PPO
    • BCBS BlueCare-HealthOptions HMO
    • BCBS BlueChoice PPC-PPO
    • BCBS Miami Dade Blue-PPO
    • BCBS of FL - except "SELECT" Plans
    • BCBS of FL (Commercial plans exclude HIX Select)
    • BCBS Traditional-PHS-PPO
    • Beacon Health (FKA ValueOption)
    • Beech Street-PPO
    • Broward Health Medical Center
    • CarePlus-Medicare HMO
    • Catholic Hospice
    • CCP-CMS Title XIX (Medicaid Enrolled in South Florida)
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    • CCP-MMA (Broward County residents)
    • Charlotte County Sheriff's Office-PPO
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    • FCCI - WC
    • Florida Healthcare Plan (Affiliate of BCBSFL)
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    • Gallagher Bassett - WC (MDCPS & FCSRMC)
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    • Health Net Veterans Choice HMO
    • Heritage Summit Healthcare - WC
    • Humana - HUMx
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    • Interlink Health Services
    • International Kids Fund (IKF)
    • League Medical Concepts-Federal Inmates
    • Life Trac
    • Magellan Behavioral Health
    • Magellan Complete Care-SNP Medicaid HMO
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    • Medica-Medicare HMO
    • Medical Development In't (MDI)-Federal Inmates
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    • MHNet Behavioral Network
    • Molina
    • Molina - Market Place
    • Molina-Medicaid HMO
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    • Morgan White International
    • MultiPlan-PPO
    • Naphcare (Federal Prisoners)
    • National Healthcare Solutions Inc.
    • Neighborhood HealthPlan-HMO/POS
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    • Olympus Managed Healthcare
    • Optum
    • Positive Healthcare-SNP Medicaid HMO
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    • Prestige Health Choice-Medicaid HMO
    • Prime Health Services - WC
    • Quality Health Management
    • Religious Order of Jehovah's Witnesses-PPO
    • Rockport Healthcare Group - WC
    • Royal Caribbean Cruises-PPO
    • Sanus Health Corporation
    • Simply Healthcare-Medicaid HMO
    • Solstice Dental-HMO and PPO
    • Start Healthcare Network
    • Sunshine
    • Sunshine - AMBETTER
    • Sunshine-Healthy Kids HMO
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    • Sunshine-Medicare HMO
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    • Tricare South Standard-PPO
    • United Behavioral Health (UBH)
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.7 out of 5

    576 ratings, 100 reviews

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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/24/2026

      Just a great experience overall.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/24/2026

      Looking forward to my surgery.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/22/2026

      Will always return for eye care.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/13/2026

      I had a good experience with UHealth at Palm Beach Gardens and I really liked Dr. Blessing.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/12/2026

      Dr. Blessing is Great.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/16/2026

      I had seen Dr Blessing a few years with a different issue. Both time I received excellent care. He is busy and you have to wait for an appointment, but it is worth it.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/10/2026

      He is very good at what he does. Explains everything and made great choices for my case.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/28/2026

      The initial consultation went smoothly. Once my procedure (DCR) is completed, I will have further feedback.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/22/2025

      Very good he knows his work

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/18/2025

      Professional but friendly. Felt at ease

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/16/2025

      Dr blessing was outstanding

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/16/2025

      Very cooperative & respectful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/16/2025

      Excellent in every way.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/16/2025

      Dr Blessing took the time to thoroughly diagnose and explain my condition.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/3/2025

      Professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/20/2025

      You could tell he was experienced. He was very nice.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/6/2025

      Dr Blessing is highly skilled in his profession, thank goodness he is with Bascom Palmer in Palm Beach. He raises the level of respect and professionalism to a new level.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/2/2025

      Doctor blessing was great.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/22/2025

      I’m very satisfied.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/15/2025

      I was late for an appointment and they worked me in. I was grateful because I had driven quite a ways to the center.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/12/2025

      I feel very fortunate to be treated at Bascom Palmer!

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/11/2025

      Dr blessing is a great surgeon

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/7/2025

      Going to one of the best facilities in the world, I expected no problems

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/2/2025

      If my Dr ever retires I will be transferring to BP

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/2/2025

      Good

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/1/2025

      I had a positive experience!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/30/2025

      All good!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/28/2025

      Patient, knowledgeable, kind

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/23/2025

      Excellent!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/18/2025

      Dr. Blessing & his staff took very good care of me. Especially Saintienne.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/16/2025

      I think Dr Koo and Dr Blessibg are fabulous. The are very skilled professionals and are warm and caring as people. I’ve referred several family and friends to them and will continue to do so!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/11/2025

      My provider did a great job and I am happy.

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/5/2025

      Trusted his ability but felt rushed

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/31/2025

      Dr Blessing was very knowledgeable and courteous

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/29/2025

      Dr Blessing seemed a bit preoccupied. I did not ask him any questions. He seemed to be in a rush. Just one of those days I suppose.

      2 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/19/2025

      Felt rushed with Doctor and when I voice my concerns with what I’m experiencing after surgery his response is brief and leaves me feeling uncertain with his response, I truly feel I should have gone for a second opinion however it’s now too late

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/19/2025

      courteôus

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/19/2025

      Dr blessing is a true professional

      3 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/12/2025

      A bit dismissive, felt rushed

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/31/2025

      You guys are always very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/23/2025

      Dr Blessing was top notch

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/22/2025

      No additional feedback as everything was excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/22/2025

      Dr Blessing is good at what he does and is knowledgeable. Answers questions and personal.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/22/2025

      I was referred to by Dr. [ ] was able to get an appointment with out waiting weeks.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/22/2025

      Dr Blessing is the best. 👍

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/20/2025

      I was once again impressed with all my care from start to finish thank you 🤗

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/15/2025

      I am very happy with my whole experience and the way that everything was handled and all the explanations .

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/3/2025

      Love all the people T Bascom Palmer! Dr. BLESSING is wonderful!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/26/2025

      Doctor Blessing was outstanding.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/20/2025

      I have not had my procedure yet, but plan to because of the professionalism of Dr. Blessing and staff.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/14/2025

      Everything went very smoothly.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/5/2025

      Very good

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/3/2025

      My visit was very successful.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/15/2025

      Professional, and asked questions of me Diagnosis made

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/15/2025

      Dr. Blessing and his staff went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable and taken care of

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/15/2025

      Everyone was extremely helpful and kind. Great visit

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

      Great practice

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

      Hopefully my insurance will let me proceed

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/25/2025

      Dr. Blessing is wonderful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/25/2025

      Excellent service, support, and outcome. Would refer without hesitation!

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/14/2025

      Doctor seemed rushed

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/11/2025

      Excellent visit.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/9/2025

      Very knowledgeable

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/9/2025

      Dr. Blessing referred me to a doctor to do testing. I have not been able to get an appointment with that doctor. I am hoping to next week.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/23/2025

      Great

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/26/2025

      He was outstanding!! I thought he was down to earth and very honest and also very thorough.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/19/2025

      Very Tentative to My questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/13/2025

      Dr Blessing is very professional and caring. He is thorough and explains everything in an understanding way.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/12/2025

      I'm extremely happy with my experience with Dr Blessing! Well, I honestly was not happy to hear he is going to remove my stents But after his explanation of why they have to come out I'm ok

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/12/2025

      Everything was fine; courteous and professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/26/2024

      Dr. Blessing was very impressive. I have already recommended him to several friends & family.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/15/2024

      The Care provider was outstanding giving me all the information I needed and answering any questions I had. Always available for followup questions as well.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/8/2024

      Dr Blessing was caring, professional, highly skilled, kind. He did a great job with my tear duct surgery. There were no problems, no pain after the procedure.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/7/2024

      Absolutely will recommend

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/16/2024

      Dr Blessing was very knowledgeable, clear, and thoughtful to my concerns.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/13/2024

      I had all my questions answered and the care was above and beyond!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/29/2024

      Second opportunity to see Dr. Blessing - I had similar surgery 18 months ago - he's a great clinician and very personable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/29/2024

      Very pleased with Dr Blessing's care

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

      Dr Blessings was excellentAfter consultation he Tapped my in the back, looked at me and said I can fix thisThis gesture brings confort for the precedure to us patientsIt was ver nice of himThanks Dr Blessings

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/15/2024

      Dr excellent

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/15/2024

      I'd recommend it only for serious issues.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/13/2024

      Dr Blessing is very understanding and extremely smart.. I have full confidence when he proposes his treatments as with follow-up and concerns I may have. To trust your eyes to what started out as a complete stranger is huge.. But I feel extremely confident with his care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/13/2024

      It was all GOOD!

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

      Great doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/18/2024

      Excellent

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/12/2024

      Good

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

      Love Dr. Blessing

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/21/2024

      Dr.Blessing is very professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/12/2024

      Dr. Blessing was very forthcoming with all the information I needed, post op and answered all my questions, and set up a plan for future.

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

      Dr. Blessing was very thorough and professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/2/2024

      Good

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

      Great experience

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

      Dr Blessing is five star & then some. He & his entire staff are perfect in every which way. So many thank you's!

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

      Smart warm thoroughfunny

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

      Super doctor, kind, thorough, and efficient

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/30/2024

      Dr. Blessing was very informative. He answered all questions.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/30/2024

      Dr Blessing was very kind and informative on my upcoming surgery. Even though I was not completely happy with the path that needed to be taken, his explanation of the need helped calm my angst.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/27/2024

      He can't do any better. He was trained to care for others.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/26/2024

      I truly had a wonderful visit from time of arrival until departure. Dr. Blessing was outstanding. I am really impressed with the care I received.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/19/2024

      Dr Blessing is both well educated and thorough.