Diego Espinosa-Heidmann, MD
Specialties
Ophthalmology
Education & Training
Bachelors in Medicine/Surgery
Diego Espinosa-Heidmann, MD
Ophthalmologist affiliated with Wellstar since 2023.
Specialties
Ophthalmology
Education & Training
Bachelors in Medicine/Surgery
Office Locations
Expertise
Specialties
- Ophthalmology
Education & Training
- Universidad de Cartagena
Degree
- Bachelors in Medicine/Surgery
Residency
- Medical College of Georgia
Fellowship
- West Virginia University School of Medicine
- Duke University Medical Center
Certifications
- American Board of Ophthalmology
Hospital Affiliations
- Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.1Based on 644 patient ratings
- I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
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- I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
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- Earned my trust
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- Listened to me carefully
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- Shared the right amount of information
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Patient Reviews
5
He was very good at his job
February 28, 2026
3
Wish he hadn't left
February 27, 2026
4
The doctor is leaving so I cannot recommend him to anyone. Practice is good
February 27, 2026
5
I was always treated with respect and staff was fully committed to client comfort!! Please thank them all for their very positive treatment to myself and all I observed them interact. Thank you!!
February 26, 2026
5
I've gone to Dr. Espinosa for several years and he's always been very nice and kind. I hate he's going because I've got to get used to somebody else giving me a needle in my eye and I'm not very comfortable with that, but I appreciate him being so nice and I wish he was going to stay. Thank you.
February 24, 2026
4
Need more Doctors in clinic for Retina Eye care only 1 doctor and He Left........
February 24, 2026
2
Dr. Esmaker is a great doctor. He just needs to communicate better with his patients. I trusted him, but he just wasn't patient, he didn't give me the feedback that I think I deserve for as my concerns with my eye stuff. Like he talked to me, it was like quick, fast, and get out, and I didn't like that. I like somebody to explain to me because I wouldn't trust you with my eyes if I understood what was going on, if I didn't understand what was going on, you know. And he just need to talk more and be more patient with his patient and not so quick that answer you and put you out of his office. I don't like his concept, but he is a great doctor.
February 24, 2026
5
My experience with my provider always good.
February 24, 2026
5
We waited over two hours to see the doctor. That made our total time for this appointment almost four hours.
February 22, 2026
5
It was a well planned visit, I enjoyed/
February 22, 2026
5
I was disappointed to learn that Dr Espinosa would be leaving Wellstar. After 3 visits with him I was beginning to feel comfortable. Now I have to go through the process of finding someone to treat my condition. I feel that I should have been referred to someone.
February 21, 2026
1
Dr . Espinosa has little or no ability to relate to people. He sits with his back to the patient staring at his computer and mumbling to himself in a language or volume that is incomprehensible. He had a beared individual who was never introduced to me come in and they carry on a whispered conversation that I cannot hear. The only understandable thing that he said to me was, "You are OK". I asked if my retinopathy had advanced since the last visit and got no answer. I am a medical doctor. I know how a physician should interact with a patient. Dr Espinosa apparently has no idea how to do that. My overall impression after my visit is that Dr Espinosa either was educated and trained so poorly that he has no idea what is going on, or he has mental aberrations so severe that he cannot relate to people. He needs to be removed and replaced with someone who can relate to patients.
February 18, 2026
5
Great treatment !
February 15, 2026
3
Even though the procedure is proficiently done, it would be appreciated if there was a time to ask questions or for the doctor to give some information on what he expects the medication should do or some background info if it helps to understand why this procedure is chosen.
February 8, 2026
5
He is a very good doctor! My only complaint is that he is the only one who does what he does and he was booked to the max! My appointment was at 9:45 and I didn't leave until 1:15 and I was starting to get upset that I would miss my cardiologist app across the street it was at 1:00.. HE NEEDS HELP !! He is a great doctor but he isn't "SUPER MAN" and I doubt he complains!! But there was a waiting room full of people who had been in my opinion over booked! Some and had actually been there much longer than myself!!
February 9, 2026
4
Why do you continually overbook patients causing them to be there for over 3 hours? My husband is on oxygen and his portable ran out yesterday. You loaned him a tank thankfully but when I requested a wheelchair for him to get back downstairs no one picked up the phone. So we had to struggle with that tank and his rollator. And you couldn't wait to call for that tank back! And when are you going to reopen the second patient entrance at the parking deck? It's been closed for over a year! Do you realize how inconvenient that is for us since I have to drop him at the door and then go out of the parking lot back onto 15th street make a U-turn and come back into the lot and then find a parking space! Be more considerate of us older people!!!
February 8, 2026
3
I was there over 3 hours. There were about 6 of us all waiting to see the doctor in the waiting room at the same time - every seat was full and everyone said it would take forever. This is not acceptable - 2 hours yes but over 3 hours when I had a 8:45 appointment! I do not feel like he does a good job of explaining what my problem with my eyes are and why I need to come every 6 months. I leave very upset at how long it takes and how little I understand.
February 7, 2026
2
My appointment was scheduled for 9 am. At 10:30 I was told 6 people were ahead of me! At 12 noon I was told 4 people were ahead of me. I had another meeting to go to so I had to leave and I never saw the doctor! Reschedule but it is not until August. I really like the doctor but your office schedules are a disaster
February 7, 2026
4
My appointment was for 3pm. I arrived around 2:30. I was not seen by my doctor until 6pm.
February 7, 2026
1
I arrived for my appointment at 1:47 pm for a 2pm appointment. I did not leave until 5pm. I saw the Dr for all of 5 minutes to which he had the resident google my condition in front of me as he was charting on another patient to see what he needed to do for why I was there. He asked me who sent me twice and why I was there. Looked at me for all of 10 seconds to tell me I was fine. All staff had left practice before I was called back to see him. Multiple elderly patients left in waiting room once my visit was complete. Very unprofessional and unacceptable patient care. I will not return.
February 7, 2026
4
I had to wait over 2 hours before seeing the doctor. Parking is a nightmare since the latest changes were made. If you drop a patient off at the next to the last doors there is no way to get back into the garage without going back out on the street, turning around somewhere, and driving back to the garage. Some patients cannot walk the distance from the garage to the doors, hence the need to drop them off. Then , there are no entrance ramps to get into the garage from that drop off point making it necessary to return to the street and make your way back to the garage. No matter what time of day we arrive finding a parking spot in the garage is an additional nightmare. We dread every appointment because of the parking situation.
February 7, 2026
5
I'm really happy with the all the eye care members I have good experience thanks to everyone
February 7, 2026
5
For patient care, and medical knowledge, you're the best!
February 6, 2026
4
For the people waiting, it should be organized a little better, but other than that, everything was great.
February 6, 2026
2
The parking was poor I had to go to 3 garages to find a spot. The wait was 2.5 hrs past the appointment time. The retina specialist seemed rushed and didn't give a good report of my child's vision, in terms of how he is doing. The office staff tried to charge me the cost without insurance payment. I am not satisfied with our experience at Wellstar and am looking to move care even though it will mean driving 2.5 hrs to get treatment for my son.
February 6, 2026
5
They don't treat everyone the same. They don't call you by your appointment time. Some people go in front other either if you got there before them.
February 5, 2026
4
I did not ask him about my eyes.He said that my eyes was stable and I was satisfied. He had ordered some tests and he studied them thoroughly. He said my eyes was stable and I was pleased.
January 17, 2026
5
As far as being proficient, I think the practice is pretty proficient. The one thing that I think bothers me the most about the practice is the long wait times. I mean, when I come over there, I'm going to be over there at least a couple of hours. And that might be normal, but to me, it's a long wait time.
January 17, 2026
5
Everything was done to well satisfaction. Because Dr. Espinosa is so good at what he does. Myself and others try to get in in the appointment. And unfortunately, sometimes I feel that they overbook him. But again, I can understand why. He is an excellent provider. That was my only thing there. Thank you.
January 17, 2026
5
I love my doctor. He's always very good, very kind. The nurses are kind. I am completely and totally happy with my doctor and my experiences at this facility.
January 17, 2026
5
He was very good at his job
February 28, 2026
5
I was always treated with respect and staff was fully committed to client comfort!! Please thank them all for their very positive treatment to myself and all I observed them interact. Thank you!!
February 26, 2026
5
I've gone to Dr. Espinosa for several years and he's always been very nice and kind. I hate he's going because I've got to get used to somebody else giving me a needle in my eye and I'm not very comfortable with that, but I appreciate him being so nice and I wish he was going to stay. Thank you.
February 24, 2026
5
My experience with my provider always good.
February 24, 2026
5
We waited over two hours to see the doctor. That made our total time for this appointment almost four hours.
February 22, 2026
5
It was a well planned visit, I enjoyed/
February 22, 2026
5
I was disappointed to learn that Dr Espinosa would be leaving Wellstar. After 3 visits with him I was beginning to feel comfortable. Now I have to go through the process of finding someone to treat my condition. I feel that I should have been referred to someone.
February 21, 2026
5
Great treatment !
February 15, 2026
5
He is a very good doctor! My only complaint is that he is the only one who does what he does and he was booked to the max! My appointment was at 9:45 and I didn't leave until 1:15 and I was starting to get upset that I would miss my cardiologist app across the street it was at 1:00.. HE NEEDS HELP !! He is a great doctor but he isn't "SUPER MAN" and I doubt he complains!! But there was a waiting room full of people who had been in my opinion over booked! Some and had actually been there much longer than myself!!
February 9, 2026
5
I'm really happy with the all the eye care members I have good experience thanks to everyone
February 7, 2026
5
For patient care, and medical knowledge, you're the best!
February 6, 2026
5
They don't treat everyone the same. They don't call you by your appointment time. Some people go in front other either if you got there before them.
February 5, 2026
5
As far as being proficient, I think the practice is pretty proficient. The one thing that I think bothers me the most about the practice is the long wait times. I mean, when I come over there, I'm going to be over there at least a couple of hours. And that might be normal, but to me, it's a long wait time.
January 17, 2026
5
Everything was done to well satisfaction. Because Dr. Espinosa is so good at what he does. Myself and others try to get in in the appointment. And unfortunately, sometimes I feel that they overbook him. But again, I can understand why. He is an excellent provider. That was my only thing there. Thank you.
January 17, 2026
5
I love my doctor. He's always very good, very kind. The nurses are kind. I am completely and totally happy with my doctor and my experiences at this facility.
January 17, 2026
4
The doctor is leaving so I cannot recommend him to anyone. Practice is good
February 27, 2026
4
Need more Doctors in clinic for Retina Eye care only 1 doctor and He Left........
February 24, 2026
4
Why do you continually overbook patients causing them to be there for over 3 hours? My husband is on oxygen and his portable ran out yesterday. You loaned him a tank thankfully but when I requested a wheelchair for him to get back downstairs no one picked up the phone. So we had to struggle with that tank and his rollator. And you couldn't wait to call for that tank back! And when are you going to reopen the second patient entrance at the parking deck? It's been closed for over a year! Do you realize how inconvenient that is for us since I have to drop him at the door and then go out of the parking lot back onto 15th street make a U-turn and come back into the lot and then find a parking space! Be more considerate of us older people!!!
February 8, 2026
4
My appointment was for 3pm. I arrived around 2:30. I was not seen by my doctor until 6pm.
February 7, 2026
4
I had to wait over 2 hours before seeing the doctor. Parking is a nightmare since the latest changes were made. If you drop a patient off at the next to the last doors there is no way to get back into the garage without going back out on the street, turning around somewhere, and driving back to the garage. Some patients cannot walk the distance from the garage to the doors, hence the need to drop them off. Then , there are no entrance ramps to get into the garage from that drop off point making it necessary to return to the street and make your way back to the garage. No matter what time of day we arrive finding a parking spot in the garage is an additional nightmare. We dread every appointment because of the parking situation.
February 7, 2026
4
For the people waiting, it should be organized a little better, but other than that, everything was great.
February 6, 2026
4
I did not ask him about my eyes.He said that my eyes was stable and I was satisfied. He had ordered some tests and he studied them thoroughly. He said my eyes was stable and I was pleased.
January 17, 2026
3
Wish he hadn't left
February 27, 2026
3
Even though the procedure is proficiently done, it would be appreciated if there was a time to ask questions or for the doctor to give some information on what he expects the medication should do or some background info if it helps to understand why this procedure is chosen.
February 8, 2026
3
I was there over 3 hours. There were about 6 of us all waiting to see the doctor in the waiting room at the same time - every seat was full and everyone said it would take forever. This is not acceptable - 2 hours yes but over 3 hours when I had a 8:45 appointment! I do not feel like he does a good job of explaining what my problem with my eyes are and why I need to come every 6 months. I leave very upset at how long it takes and how little I understand.
February 7, 2026
2
Dr. Esmaker is a great doctor. He just needs to communicate better with his patients. I trusted him, but he just wasn't patient, he didn't give me the feedback that I think I deserve for as my concerns with my eye stuff. Like he talked to me, it was like quick, fast, and get out, and I didn't like that. I like somebody to explain to me because I wouldn't trust you with my eyes if I understood what was going on, if I didn't understand what was going on, you know. And he just need to talk more and be more patient with his patient and not so quick that answer you and put you out of his office. I don't like his concept, but he is a great doctor.
February 24, 2026
2
My appointment was scheduled for 9 am. At 10:30 I was told 6 people were ahead of me! At 12 noon I was told 4 people were ahead of me. I had another meeting to go to so I had to leave and I never saw the doctor! Reschedule but it is not until August. I really like the doctor but your office schedules are a disaster
February 7, 2026
2
The parking was poor I had to go to 3 garages to find a spot. The wait was 2.5 hrs past the appointment time. The retina specialist seemed rushed and didn't give a good report of my child's vision, in terms of how he is doing. The office staff tried to charge me the cost without insurance payment. I am not satisfied with our experience at Wellstar and am looking to move care even though it will mean driving 2.5 hrs to get treatment for my son.
February 6, 2026
1
Dr . Espinosa has little or no ability to relate to people. He sits with his back to the patient staring at his computer and mumbling to himself in a language or volume that is incomprehensible. He had a beared individual who was never introduced to me come in and they carry on a whispered conversation that I cannot hear. The only understandable thing that he said to me was, "You are OK". I asked if my retinopathy had advanced since the last visit and got no answer. I am a medical doctor. I know how a physician should interact with a patient. Dr Espinosa apparently has no idea how to do that. My overall impression after my visit is that Dr Espinosa either was educated and trained so poorly that he has no idea what is going on, or he has mental aberrations so severe that he cannot relate to people. He needs to be removed and replaced with someone who can relate to patients.
February 18, 2026
1
I arrived for my appointment at 1:47 pm for a 2pm appointment. I did not leave until 5pm. I saw the Dr for all of 5 minutes to which he had the resident google my condition in front of me as he was charting on another patient to see what he needed to do for why I was there. He asked me who sent me twice and why I was there. Looked at me for all of 10 seconds to tell me I was fine. All staff had left practice before I was called back to see him. Multiple elderly patients left in waiting room once my visit was complete. Very unprofessional and unacceptable patient care. I will not return.
February 7, 2026
1
Dr . Espinosa has little or no ability to relate to people. He sits with his back to the patient staring at his computer and mumbling to himself in a language or volume that is incomprehensible. He had a beared individual who was never introduced to me come in and they carry on a whispered conversation that I cannot hear. The only understandable thing that he said to me was, "You are OK". I asked if my retinopathy had advanced since the last visit and got no answer. I am a medical doctor. I know how a physician should interact with a patient. Dr Espinosa apparently has no idea how to do that. My overall impression after my visit is that Dr Espinosa either was educated and trained so poorly that he has no idea what is going on, or he has mental aberrations so severe that he cannot relate to people. He needs to be removed and replaced with someone who can relate to patients.
February 18, 2026
1
I arrived for my appointment at 1:47 pm for a 2pm appointment. I did not leave until 5pm. I saw the Dr for all of 5 minutes to which he had the resident google my condition in front of me as he was charting on another patient to see what he needed to do for why I was there. He asked me who sent me twice and why I was there. Looked at me for all of 10 seconds to tell me I was fine. All staff had left practice before I was called back to see him. Multiple elderly patients left in waiting room once my visit was complete. Very unprofessional and unacceptable patient care. I will not return.
February 7, 2026
2
Dr. Esmaker is a great doctor. He just needs to communicate better with his patients. I trusted him, but he just wasn't patient, he didn't give me the feedback that I think I deserve for as my concerns with my eye stuff. Like he talked to me, it was like quick, fast, and get out, and I didn't like that. I like somebody to explain to me because I wouldn't trust you with my eyes if I understood what was going on, if I didn't understand what was going on, you know. And he just need to talk more and be more patient with his patient and not so quick that answer you and put you out of his office. I don't like his concept, but he is a great doctor.
February 24, 2026
2
My appointment was scheduled for 9 am. At 10:30 I was told 6 people were ahead of me! At 12 noon I was told 4 people were ahead of me. I had another meeting to go to so I had to leave and I never saw the doctor! Reschedule but it is not until August. I really like the doctor but your office schedules are a disaster
February 7, 2026
2
The parking was poor I had to go to 3 garages to find a spot. The wait was 2.5 hrs past the appointment time. The retina specialist seemed rushed and didn't give a good report of my child's vision, in terms of how he is doing. The office staff tried to charge me the cost without insurance payment. I am not satisfied with our experience at Wellstar and am looking to move care even though it will mean driving 2.5 hrs to get treatment for my son.
February 6, 2026
3
Wish he hadn't left
February 27, 2026
3
Even though the procedure is proficiently done, it would be appreciated if there was a time to ask questions or for the doctor to give some information on what he expects the medication should do or some background info if it helps to understand why this procedure is chosen.
February 8, 2026
3
I was there over 3 hours. There were about 6 of us all waiting to see the doctor in the waiting room at the same time - every seat was full and everyone said it would take forever. This is not acceptable - 2 hours yes but over 3 hours when I had a 8:45 appointment! I do not feel like he does a good job of explaining what my problem with my eyes are and why I need to come every 6 months. I leave very upset at how long it takes and how little I understand.
February 7, 2026
4
The doctor is leaving so I cannot recommend him to anyone. Practice is good
February 27, 2026
4
Need more Doctors in clinic for Retina Eye care only 1 doctor and He Left........
February 24, 2026
4
Why do you continually overbook patients causing them to be there for over 3 hours? My husband is on oxygen and his portable ran out yesterday. You loaned him a tank thankfully but when I requested a wheelchair for him to get back downstairs no one picked up the phone. So we had to struggle with that tank and his rollator. And you couldn't wait to call for that tank back! And when are you going to reopen the second patient entrance at the parking deck? It's been closed for over a year! Do you realize how inconvenient that is for us since I have to drop him at the door and then go out of the parking lot back onto 15th street make a U-turn and come back into the lot and then find a parking space! Be more considerate of us older people!!!
February 8, 2026
4
My appointment was for 3pm. I arrived around 2:30. I was not seen by my doctor until 6pm.
February 7, 2026
4
I had to wait over 2 hours before seeing the doctor. Parking is a nightmare since the latest changes were made. If you drop a patient off at the next to the last doors there is no way to get back into the garage without going back out on the street, turning around somewhere, and driving back to the garage. Some patients cannot walk the distance from the garage to the doors, hence the need to drop them off. Then , there are no entrance ramps to get into the garage from that drop off point making it necessary to return to the street and make your way back to the garage. No matter what time of day we arrive finding a parking spot in the garage is an additional nightmare. We dread every appointment because of the parking situation.
February 7, 2026
4
For the people waiting, it should be organized a little better, but other than that, everything was great.
February 6, 2026
4
I did not ask him about my eyes.He said that my eyes was stable and I was satisfied. He had ordered some tests and he studied them thoroughly. He said my eyes was stable and I was pleased.
January 17, 2026
5
He was very good at his job
February 28, 2026
5
I was always treated with respect and staff was fully committed to client comfort!! Please thank them all for their very positive treatment to myself and all I observed them interact. Thank you!!
February 26, 2026
5
I've gone to Dr. Espinosa for several years and he's always been very nice and kind. I hate he's going because I've got to get used to somebody else giving me a needle in my eye and I'm not very comfortable with that, but I appreciate him being so nice and I wish he was going to stay. Thank you.
February 24, 2026
5
My experience with my provider always good.
February 24, 2026
5
We waited over two hours to see the doctor. That made our total time for this appointment almost four hours.
February 22, 2026
5
It was a well planned visit, I enjoyed/
February 22, 2026
5
I was disappointed to learn that Dr Espinosa would be leaving Wellstar. After 3 visits with him I was beginning to feel comfortable. Now I have to go through the process of finding someone to treat my condition. I feel that I should have been referred to someone.
February 21, 2026
5
Great treatment !
February 15, 2026
5
He is a very good doctor! My only complaint is that he is the only one who does what he does and he was booked to the max! My appointment was at 9:45 and I didn't leave until 1:15 and I was starting to get upset that I would miss my cardiologist app across the street it was at 1:00.. HE NEEDS HELP !! He is a great doctor but he isn't "SUPER MAN" and I doubt he complains!! But there was a waiting room full of people who had been in my opinion over booked! Some and had actually been there much longer than myself!!
February 9, 2026
5
I'm really happy with the all the eye care members I have good experience thanks to everyone
February 7, 2026
5
For patient care, and medical knowledge, you're the best!
February 6, 2026
5
They don't treat everyone the same. They don't call you by your appointment time. Some people go in front other either if you got there before them.
February 5, 2026
5
As far as being proficient, I think the practice is pretty proficient. The one thing that I think bothers me the most about the practice is the long wait times. I mean, when I come over there, I'm going to be over there at least a couple of hours. And that might be normal, but to me, it's a long wait time.
January 17, 2026
5
Everything was done to well satisfaction. Because Dr. Espinosa is so good at what he does. Myself and others try to get in in the appointment. And unfortunately, sometimes I feel that they overbook him. But again, I can understand why. He is an excellent provider. That was my only thing there. Thank you.
January 17, 2026
5
I love my doctor. He's always very good, very kind. The nurses are kind. I am completely and totally happy with my doctor and my experiences at this facility.
January 17, 2026
5
He was very good at his job
February 28, 2026
3
Wish he hadn't left
February 27, 2026
4
The doctor is leaving so I cannot recommend him to anyone. Practice is good
February 27, 2026
5
I was always treated with respect and staff was fully committed to client comfort!! Please thank them all for their very positive treatment to myself and all I observed them interact. Thank you!!
February 26, 2026
2
Dr. Esmaker is a great doctor. He just needs to communicate better with his patients. I trusted him, but he just wasn't patient, he didn't give me the feedback that I think I deserve for as my concerns with my eye stuff. Like he talked to me, it was like quick, fast, and get out, and I didn't like that. I like somebody to explain to me because I wouldn't trust you with my eyes if I understood what was going on, if I didn't understand what was going on, you know. And he just need to talk more and be more patient with his patient and not so quick that answer you and put you out of his office. I don't like his concept, but he is a great doctor.
February 24, 2026
5
My experience with my provider always good.
February 24, 2026
5
I've gone to Dr. Espinosa for several years and he's always been very nice and kind. I hate he's going because I've got to get used to somebody else giving me a needle in my eye and I'm not very comfortable with that, but I appreciate him being so nice and I wish he was going to stay. Thank you.
February 24, 2026
4
Need more Doctors in clinic for Retina Eye care only 1 doctor and He Left........
February 24, 2026
5
We waited over two hours to see the doctor. That made our total time for this appointment almost four hours.
February 22, 2026
5
It was a well planned visit, I enjoyed/
February 22, 2026
5
I was disappointed to learn that Dr Espinosa would be leaving Wellstar. After 3 visits with him I was beginning to feel comfortable. Now I have to go through the process of finding someone to treat my condition. I feel that I should have been referred to someone.
February 21, 2026
1
Dr . Espinosa has little or no ability to relate to people. He sits with his back to the patient staring at his computer and mumbling to himself in a language or volume that is incomprehensible. He had a beared individual who was never introduced to me come in and they carry on a whispered conversation that I cannot hear. The only understandable thing that he said to me was, "You are OK". I asked if my retinopathy had advanced since the last visit and got no answer. I am a medical doctor. I know how a physician should interact with a patient. Dr Espinosa apparently has no idea how to do that. My overall impression after my visit is that Dr Espinosa either was educated and trained so poorly that he has no idea what is going on, or he has mental aberrations so severe that he cannot relate to people. He needs to be removed and replaced with someone who can relate to patients.
February 18, 2026
5
Great treatment !
February 15, 2026
5
He is a very good doctor! My only complaint is that he is the only one who does what he does and he was booked to the max! My appointment was at 9:45 and I didn't leave until 1:15 and I was starting to get upset that I would miss my cardiologist app across the street it was at 1:00.. HE NEEDS HELP !! He is a great doctor but he isn't "SUPER MAN" and I doubt he complains!! But there was a waiting room full of people who had been in my opinion over booked! Some and had actually been there much longer than myself!!
February 9, 2026
3
Even though the procedure is proficiently done, it would be appreciated if there was a time to ask questions or for the doctor to give some information on what he expects the medication should do or some background info if it helps to understand why this procedure is chosen.
February 8, 2026
4
Why do you continually overbook patients causing them to be there for over 3 hours? My husband is on oxygen and his portable ran out yesterday. You loaned him a tank thankfully but when I requested a wheelchair for him to get back downstairs no one picked up the phone. So we had to struggle with that tank and his rollator. And you couldn't wait to call for that tank back! And when are you going to reopen the second patient entrance at the parking deck? It's been closed for over a year! Do you realize how inconvenient that is for us since I have to drop him at the door and then go out of the parking lot back onto 15th street make a U-turn and come back into the lot and then find a parking space! Be more considerate of us older people!!!
February 8, 2026
4
My appointment was for 3pm. I arrived around 2:30. I was not seen by my doctor until 6pm.
February 7, 2026
1
I arrived for my appointment at 1:47 pm for a 2pm appointment. I did not leave until 5pm. I saw the Dr for all of 5 minutes to which he had the resident google my condition in front of me as he was charting on another patient to see what he needed to do for why I was there. He asked me who sent me twice and why I was there. Looked at me for all of 10 seconds to tell me I was fine. All staff had left practice before I was called back to see him. Multiple elderly patients left in waiting room once my visit was complete. Very unprofessional and unacceptable patient care. I will not return.
February 7, 2026
4
I had to wait over 2 hours before seeing the doctor. Parking is a nightmare since the latest changes were made. If you drop a patient off at the next to the last doors there is no way to get back into the garage without going back out on the street, turning around somewhere, and driving back to the garage. Some patients cannot walk the distance from the garage to the doors, hence the need to drop them off. Then , there are no entrance ramps to get into the garage from that drop off point making it necessary to return to the street and make your way back to the garage. No matter what time of day we arrive finding a parking spot in the garage is an additional nightmare. We dread every appointment because of the parking situation.
February 7, 2026
3
I was there over 3 hours. There were about 6 of us all waiting to see the doctor in the waiting room at the same time - every seat was full and everyone said it would take forever. This is not acceptable - 2 hours yes but over 3 hours when I had a 8:45 appointment! I do not feel like he does a good job of explaining what my problem with my eyes are and why I need to come every 6 months. I leave very upset at how long it takes and how little I understand.
February 7, 2026
2
My appointment was scheduled for 9 am. At 10:30 I was told 6 people were ahead of me! At 12 noon I was told 4 people were ahead of me. I had another meeting to go to so I had to leave and I never saw the doctor! Reschedule but it is not until August. I really like the doctor but your office schedules are a disaster
February 7, 2026
5
I'm really happy with the all the eye care members I have good experience thanks to everyone
February 7, 2026
5
For patient care, and medical knowledge, you're the best!
February 6, 2026
4
For the people waiting, it should be organized a little better, but other than that, everything was great.
February 6, 2026
2
The parking was poor I had to go to 3 garages to find a spot. The wait was 2.5 hrs past the appointment time. The retina specialist seemed rushed and didn't give a good report of my child's vision, in terms of how he is doing. The office staff tried to charge me the cost without insurance payment. I am not satisfied with our experience at Wellstar and am looking to move care even though it will mean driving 2.5 hrs to get treatment for my son.
February 6, 2026
5
They don't treat everyone the same. They don't call you by your appointment time. Some people go in front other either if you got there before them.
February 5, 2026
5
As far as being proficient, I think the practice is pretty proficient. The one thing that I think bothers me the most about the practice is the long wait times. I mean, when I come over there, I'm going to be over there at least a couple of hours. And that might be normal, but to me, it's a long wait time.
January 17, 2026
4
I did not ask him about my eyes.He said that my eyes was stable and I was satisfied. He had ordered some tests and he studied them thoroughly. He said my eyes was stable and I was pleased.
January 17, 2026
5
Everything was done to well satisfaction. Because Dr. Espinosa is so good at what he does. Myself and others try to get in in the appointment. And unfortunately, sometimes I feel that they overbook him. But again, I can understand why. He is an excellent provider. That was my only thing there. Thank you.
January 17, 2026
5
I love my doctor. He's always very good, very kind. The nurses are kind. I am completely and totally happy with my doctor and my experiences at this facility.
January 17, 2026
5
I love my doctor. He's always very good, very kind. The nurses are kind. I am completely and totally happy with my doctor and my experiences at this facility.
January 17, 2026
5
Everything was done to well satisfaction. Because Dr. Espinosa is so good at what he does. Myself and others try to get in in the appointment. And unfortunately, sometimes I feel that they overbook him. But again, I can understand why. He is an excellent provider. That was my only thing there. Thank you.
January 17, 2026
4
I did not ask him about my eyes.He said that my eyes was stable and I was satisfied. He had ordered some tests and he studied them thoroughly. He said my eyes was stable and I was pleased.
January 17, 2026
5
As far as being proficient, I think the practice is pretty proficient. The one thing that I think bothers me the most about the practice is the long wait times. I mean, when I come over there, I'm going to be over there at least a couple of hours. And that might be normal, but to me, it's a long wait time.
January 17, 2026
5
They don't treat everyone the same. They don't call you by your appointment time. Some people go in front other either if you got there before them.
February 5, 2026
4
For the people waiting, it should be organized a little better, but other than that, everything was great.
February 6, 2026
2
The parking was poor I had to go to 3 garages to find a spot. The wait was 2.5 hrs past the appointment time. The retina specialist seemed rushed and didn't give a good report of my child's vision, in terms of how he is doing. The office staff tried to charge me the cost without insurance payment. I am not satisfied with our experience at Wellstar and am looking to move care even though it will mean driving 2.5 hrs to get treatment for my son.
February 6, 2026
5
For patient care, and medical knowledge, you're the best!
February 6, 2026
5
I'm really happy with the all the eye care members I have good experience thanks to everyone
February 7, 2026
3
I was there over 3 hours. There were about 6 of us all waiting to see the doctor in the waiting room at the same time - every seat was full and everyone said it would take forever. This is not acceptable - 2 hours yes but over 3 hours when I had a 8:45 appointment! I do not feel like he does a good job of explaining what my problem with my eyes are and why I need to come every 6 months. I leave very upset at how long it takes and how little I understand.
February 7, 2026
2
My appointment was scheduled for 9 am. At 10:30 I was told 6 people were ahead of me! At 12 noon I was told 4 people were ahead of me. I had another meeting to go to so I had to leave and I never saw the doctor! Reschedule but it is not until August. I really like the doctor but your office schedules are a disaster
February 7, 2026
4
I had to wait over 2 hours before seeing the doctor. Parking is a nightmare since the latest changes were made. If you drop a patient off at the next to the last doors there is no way to get back into the garage without going back out on the street, turning around somewhere, and driving back to the garage. Some patients cannot walk the distance from the garage to the doors, hence the need to drop them off. Then , there are no entrance ramps to get into the garage from that drop off point making it necessary to return to the street and make your way back to the garage. No matter what time of day we arrive finding a parking spot in the garage is an additional nightmare. We dread every appointment because of the parking situation.
February 7, 2026
4
My appointment was for 3pm. I arrived around 2:30. I was not seen by my doctor until 6pm.
February 7, 2026
1
I arrived for my appointment at 1:47 pm for a 2pm appointment. I did not leave until 5pm. I saw the Dr for all of 5 minutes to which he had the resident google my condition in front of me as he was charting on another patient to see what he needed to do for why I was there. He asked me who sent me twice and why I was there. Looked at me for all of 10 seconds to tell me I was fine. All staff had left practice before I was called back to see him. Multiple elderly patients left in waiting room once my visit was complete. Very unprofessional and unacceptable patient care. I will not return.
February 7, 2026
4
Why do you continually overbook patients causing them to be there for over 3 hours? My husband is on oxygen and his portable ran out yesterday. You loaned him a tank thankfully but when I requested a wheelchair for him to get back downstairs no one picked up the phone. So we had to struggle with that tank and his rollator. And you couldn't wait to call for that tank back! And when are you going to reopen the second patient entrance at the parking deck? It's been closed for over a year! Do you realize how inconvenient that is for us since I have to drop him at the door and then go out of the parking lot back onto 15th street make a U-turn and come back into the lot and then find a parking space! Be more considerate of us older people!!!
February 8, 2026
3
Even though the procedure is proficiently done, it would be appreciated if there was a time to ask questions or for the doctor to give some information on what he expects the medication should do or some background info if it helps to understand why this procedure is chosen.
February 8, 2026
5
He is a very good doctor! My only complaint is that he is the only one who does what he does and he was booked to the max! My appointment was at 9:45 and I didn't leave until 1:15 and I was starting to get upset that I would miss my cardiologist app across the street it was at 1:00.. HE NEEDS HELP !! He is a great doctor but he isn't "SUPER MAN" and I doubt he complains!! But there was a waiting room full of people who had been in my opinion over booked! Some and had actually been there much longer than myself!!
February 9, 2026
5
Great treatment !
February 15, 2026
1
Dr . Espinosa has little or no ability to relate to people. He sits with his back to the patient staring at his computer and mumbling to himself in a language or volume that is incomprehensible. He had a beared individual who was never introduced to me come in and they carry on a whispered conversation that I cannot hear. The only understandable thing that he said to me was, "You are OK". I asked if my retinopathy had advanced since the last visit and got no answer. I am a medical doctor. I know how a physician should interact with a patient. Dr Espinosa apparently has no idea how to do that. My overall impression after my visit is that Dr Espinosa either was educated and trained so poorly that he has no idea what is going on, or he has mental aberrations so severe that he cannot relate to people. He needs to be removed and replaced with someone who can relate to patients.
February 18, 2026
5
I was disappointed to learn that Dr Espinosa would be leaving Wellstar. After 3 visits with him I was beginning to feel comfortable. Now I have to go through the process of finding someone to treat my condition. I feel that I should have been referred to someone.
February 21, 2026
5
We waited over two hours to see the doctor. That made our total time for this appointment almost four hours.
February 22, 2026
5
It was a well planned visit, I enjoyed/
February 22, 2026
4
Need more Doctors in clinic for Retina Eye care only 1 doctor and He Left........
February 24, 2026
5
I've gone to Dr. Espinosa for several years and he's always been very nice and kind. I hate he's going because I've got to get used to somebody else giving me a needle in my eye and I'm not very comfortable with that, but I appreciate him being so nice and I wish he was going to stay. Thank you.
February 24, 2026
5
My experience with my provider always good.
February 24, 2026
2
Dr. Esmaker is a great doctor. He just needs to communicate better with his patients. I trusted him, but he just wasn't patient, he didn't give me the feedback that I think I deserve for as my concerns with my eye stuff. Like he talked to me, it was like quick, fast, and get out, and I didn't like that. I like somebody to explain to me because I wouldn't trust you with my eyes if I understood what was going on, if I didn't understand what was going on, you know. And he just need to talk more and be more patient with his patient and not so quick that answer you and put you out of his office. I don't like his concept, but he is a great doctor.
February 24, 2026
5
I was always treated with respect and staff was fully committed to client comfort!! Please thank them all for their very positive treatment to myself and all I observed them interact. Thank you!!
February 26, 2026
4
The doctor is leaving so I cannot recommend him to anyone. Practice is good
February 27, 2026
3
Wish he hadn't left
February 27, 2026
5
He was very good at his job
February 28, 2026
Diego Espinosa-Heidmann, MD
Ophthalmologist affiliated with Wellstar since 2023
Rating
4.1
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Specialties
Ophthalmology
Education
Bachelors in Medicine/Surgery
Medical School
Universidad de Cartagena
Residency
Medical College of Georgia
Fellowship
West Virginia University School of Medicine Duke University Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Spoken Languages
English and Spanish
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center
Office Locations
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www.wellstar.org/physicians/diego-espinosa-heidmann-md
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