Location
Areas of Expertise
About Me
Dr. Robert Foster is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in retinal and vitreous diseases. He was raised in Birmingham, Alabama, where he completed his medical school and ophthalmology residency. Following a vitreoretinal surgery fellowship at Wake Forest University, he relocated to Greenville, South Carolina, to join Southern Eye Associates.
Dr. Foster's clinical practice focuses on conditions such as diabetic eye care, retinal detachment, macular degeneration, and complex intraocular lens procedures. He performs advanced surgical interventions including macular surgery and vitreoretinal surgery to address these retinal disorders. Patients with diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears, and other vitreoretinal issues can seek his expertise for comprehensive management.
He is an active member of the American Society of Retina Surgeons, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the Christian Ophthalmology Society. Dr. Foster is dedicated to providing personalized and cutting-edge eye care to the Greenville community, ensuring optimal outcomes for his patients.
Training

Vitreoretinal Surgery
2024Wake Forest University
FellowshipOphthalmology
2022Callahan Eye Foundation/University of Alabama at Birmingham
ResidencyInternship
2019Brookwood Baptist Health
Residency
Medical School
2018University of Alabama School of Medicine
Medical School
B.S. Biomedical Studies
2014Mississippi College
Undergraduate
Awards & Honors
summa cum laude
2014Mississippi College
Certifications & Licensure
- Licensed In
- NC
- License Numbers
- 2022-01601


