Dr. Kris Gillian is a board-certified ophthalmologist based in the Atlanta area, practicing since 2001. A graduate of Emory University and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, he specializes in premium cataract surgery, LASIK, glaucoma, diabetic eye care, and eyelid procedures. He is affiliated with Georgia Eye Associates.
About Dr. Kris Gillian
Dr. Kris Gillian, M.D., is a board-certified ophthalmologist with over two decades of experience serving patients in the Atlanta area. A native of Little Rock, Arkansas, Dr. Gillian earned his B.A. from Emory University and completed his medical degree at the University of Arkansas, where he received an academic scholarship. He went on to complete his internship at the University of Tennessee and an ophthalmology residency in Pittsburgh.
During residency, Dr. Gillian participated in an international surgical mission in Samara, Russia at the hospital founded by Dr. Svyatoslav Fyodorov, a pioneer in refractive surgery. Today, Dr. Gillian is a highly experienced surgeon, having performed thousands of procedures. His specialties include premium implant cataract surgery, LASIK, glaucoma and diabetic eye care, macular degeneration management, eyelid surgery, and pterygium removal.
He is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and the Georgia Society of Ophthalmology. Dr. Gillian currently practices at Georgia Eye Associates and is accepting new patients.
Credentials
Education & Training
St Francis Medical Center
Residency, Ophthalmology, 1998-2001
University of Tennessee College of Medicine at Chattanooga
Internship, Transitional Year, 1997-1998
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) College of Medicine
Medical School, 1994-1997
Languages
English
Memberships & Affiliations
American Board of Ophthalmology (ABMS®)
Certified in Ophthalmology
GA State Medical License
Active through 2025
TN State Medical License
Active through 1998
PA State Medical License
Active through 2002
Awards & Recognition
AAO Fellow
What patients say
Reviews & ratings
Patient Reviews
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★★★★★4.71,536 reviewsGoogle reviews for Georgia Eye Associates - Lawrenceville, the practice associated with Dr. Kris Gillian. Reviews describe the practice and may mention other providers at this location.View all Google reviews at this practice
It is hard to put into words how grateful we are to Dr. Poland, Dr. Strauss, and their amazing teams. When Dr. Poland first recommended cataract surgery for my mom (Victoria Afaifo), I was honestly hesitant. At her age, I was worried the procedure might be too much for her because I didn’t really understand what cataract surgery involved. Dr. Poland patiently answered my questions and reassured me with such confidence and compassion that I felt comfortable moving forward. Looking back, I’m so thankful we trusted his recommendation. Dr. Strauss and his team performed cataract surgery on both of my mom’s eyes, and they were absolutely wonderful. From the moment we arrived, everyone treated her with kindness, patience, and genuine care. They made her feel completely comfortable, and she never seemed worried or afraid. The transformation has been incredible. We didn’t realize how much of her vision she had lost over the years until after the surgery. Seeing my mom so happy now, talking about how bright and clear everything looks, has been an incredible blessing. Thank you, Dr. Poland, Dr. Strauss, and your entire staff for your professionalism, compassion, and exceptional care. You have truly improved my mom’s quality of life, and our family will always be grateful. We highly recommend your practice to anyone considering cataract surgery. Maria Joseph-Ikponmwosa
Great practice by geg
I have to give a shout out to Dr.C and the staff at this location. They did an awesome job and got my husband in quickly and performed all the necessary tests. Roxane from the front desk, Trent the optical manager, and even the staff. I can’t thank all of you enough! Keep up the amazing work!
Always so professional and polite. Take the time to answer my questions and give me good eye care advice.
Pretty long wait but I guess that means my doctor is taking his time with patients and not rushing through them.
