
Kathleen Godbey Albrecht, MD
Comprehensive Ophthalmology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Adults 65 and up
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Kathleen Godbey Albrecht
Dr. Kathleen Albrecht is an ophthalmologist with Prisma Health specializing in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery. She earned her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine, completed her internship at Northwestern University, and pursued ophthalmology training at the Doheny Eye Institute affiliated with the University of Southern California and UCLA. She then completed a two-year fellowship in oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery.
Dr. Albrecht provides comprehensive care for conditions affecting the eyes and surrounding structures, including the eyelids, tear ducts, orbit, and facial muscles. Her clinical expertise includes the management of functional and cosmetic concerns such as dry eye disease, tearing disorders, drooping eyelids, and orbital conditions. She performs specialized procedures focused on restoring both function and appearance, with an emphasis on improving patient comfort and vision-related quality of life.
Her approach to care centers on patient education and communication, taking time to understand each patient’s concerns and explain complex conditions in a clear, approachable way. She emphasizes the importance of ongoing self-care and treatment adherence, particularly for chronic conditions such as dry eye.
Outside of work, Dr. Albrecht enjoys volunteering in her community, reading, traveling, spending time outdoors, and pursuing her interests in music.
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Locations
- Prisma Health Ophthalmology – Parkridge
- 100 Palmetto Health Parkway, Suite 350, Columbia, SC 29212
- Get Directions
- phone: 803-907-2020
- fax: 803-907-7720
- Prisma Health Ophthalmology – 4 Med Park
- 4 Medical Park Road, Columbia, SC 29203
- Get Directions
- phone: 803-434-2020
- fax: 803-434-1581
Expertise
Education
- Medical School: Georgetown University
- Residency: LAC-USC Medical Center, Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology
Insurance
- Absolute Total Care - Ambetter
- Absolute Total Care (Centene)
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Allwell Medicare - Absolute Total Care
- BCBS
- BCBS Blue Essentials
- BCBS PPC
- BCBSSC Blue Reedy Exchange Product (Upstate)
- BCBSSC State Health Plan (PEBA)
- BlueChoice Health Plan
- BlueChoice Medicaid - Healthy Blue
- BlueChoiceMyChoice Advantage
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna
- Cigna Medicare
- Companion Benefit Alternatives
- CorVel Workers Compensation
- Evernorth Behavioral Health
- FirstHealth (Aetna)
- Healthy Connections
- Humana - Healthy Horizons
- Humana Choice Care
- Humana Medicare
- Liberty Advantage
- Logistics Health
- Magellan
- MedCost
- Medicare (Traditional Fee-for-Service)
- Molina
- Molina Medicaid
- Multiplan/PHCS
- NHC Advantage
- Optum Behavioral Health
- Promise Health Plan
- SC Medicaid Healthy Connections
- Select Health Medicare
- Select Heath (First Choice)
- Spectera
- TriCare
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network - VACCN
- Wellcare (Centene)
Ratings & Reviews
4.6 out of 5
465 ratings, 86 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is derived from patient surveys based on the likelihood to recommend this provider’s office.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
After repeated calls, never called in my prescriptions at the drugstore. Five days after seeing the doctor, I still have no medication. I see no reason to ever come back.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2026
Shorter wait time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
I had an excellent experience with my doctor. She was professional, knowledgeable, and truly took the time to listen to me. Her expertise and skill were evident throughout the entire process. The procedure was done with great care-the incision was well approximated, with no redness, and only expected swelling. Beyond her medical skill, she was kind, personable, and made me feel comfortable and respected. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone needing this type of procedure. She is outstanding in both her care and expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/23/2026
Y'all was very, very nice to me and you know how to talk to me and I trust you very, very much because y'all was nice. Thank you very much for everything. Bye-bye.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
Very well treated , could not ask for more as far any updates are concerned.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2026
I can't think of any way possible that it could've been better!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2026
Nothing...all went well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
Provide more information about the risk and preparation for the procedure. I live solo, do I need to have a driver, and/or is transportation provided? The length (time) of the procedure. Since I am a community referral from the VA. Can you issue glasses and or recommend more follow-up procedures? Good reading classes and effective OTC eye drops have been a problem. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
Everything is fine, thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
It was a great service from start to finish.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Yes it war helpful for me and I looking forward for the next visit
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2026
The office should contact the patient when there is a delay in follow up care due to a lack of response from the insurance company. OR, continue to follow up with the insurance company to get a response. The problem with the office is the same problem that myself and countless others have seen over and over again with most medical practices these days. Phone calls to the office are not returned in a timely manner, if at all. In my situation, I had to make an appointment with the doctor, in order to get the office to follow up with the insurance company to precertify a scan, which the nurse did, once I was in the room waiting for the doctor. Since this was supposed to be a one month later follow up visit for after the scan, there was nothing new to discuss with the doctor, so the doctor told me to come back in another month after the scan. I like the doctor that I saw, and feel she gives me good care. It's unfortunate that I had to pay $50 to walk in and give the nurse a fax number to get them to follow up with my insurance company.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Yes, in the future, the doctor needs to speak with the patient and tell him exactly what she's finding and what's going on. I never received what my diagnosis was. So I think that would be pertinent in the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2026
I am not sure how you could improve you service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Keep up the GOOD WORK I appreciate you THANKS.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Yes, a call back as to when my procedure should be scheduled would be nice. I have not received a call back.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
You did an awesome job and I very, very much appreciate it. And Dr. Kathleen, I love you. You did an awesome job. All y'all did an awesome job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Nothing at this time. Everything went very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/1/2026
All is good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
All was perfect.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Listen to your patient! I have never felt so belittled and patronized by a medical provider. I never saw the dtr, my concerns for my eye health were dismissed. I had an appointment with a ophthalmologist not the nurse and PA!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
My physician is absolutely the most incredible I've ever experienced. Lucky to have her !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
Everything was very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
No improvements necessary.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
Great job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2026
Everything was great and wonderful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
It was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Clearer at home instructions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
The doctor's staff has always been respectful, kind, professional but mainly patient with me. I cannot think of anything that could make it any better
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
First visit went very well...no complaints!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
Nothing this establishment was top notch all the way!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2025
There's nothing I can add. I was treated very well. Everyone was very cutious and respectful. Very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
When making the appointment, I specifically asked if Dr Albrecht performed a particular procedure and was told "Yes". Only to find out,during the appointment, that she does not. If staff don't know, need to find out before giving inaccurate information.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Everything went well as usual
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Explain to me in head of time what i need do by prepping my self up Before i have a procedure and to go over my medication what i need to take before i have a procedure also . Because i have different kinds of medications that i take.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2025
Everyone, everything was perfect. Nurses and all staff were very helpful and a pleasure to be around. While waiting one if the drs was talking about food and i was starving-made the morning pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Everything was as good as it could have been
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
The referral process might need adjusting since they go to a central office and not locally. My entire experience was top tier, supportive and comforting. Amazing patient Experience! Thank you Dr. Albrecht
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2025
The new doctor, she gets off the subject a lot.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
Everything was great no complaints could not have been treated any better
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2025
great experience/
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
No one washed their hands in the room. May have used foam outside of the room. I never had a bruise or bleeding after procedure until this MD. I have had bruising every time with this MD.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
I can't think of anything. All was well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
By having Administrative Staff and Medical Staff on the same page, when it comes to the Financial Management of Consults and Surgeries.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Everything was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
I was very impressed with the visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Support and respect has been phenomenal.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Since I had no problems, there is nothing I could say.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
After my appointment at checkout, the doctor had came back out and realized that they had charted the wrong chart, which was really awkward because I was really confused to why she said my eyesight was better than the time I had seen her before because I don't recall ever seeing her. And that was somewhat confusing to me because now I don't know what's going on with my eyes other than I'm supposed to get a mole removed. But I'm just confused because there was things that weren't very clear to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
Physician did an excellent job explaining the procedure & answering questions. I did not feel rushed for which I was very grateful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
Make sure the devices and high patches are cleaned before each patient did not notice that to happen in my visit thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
Everything went very well on this visit...I am so glad.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
Doctor gave me a lot of support & information which I needed to make a decision. Also information on the doctor who will be doing surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
Excellent service
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
I live over an hour away. I have had to have 3 appointments that I feel could of been done in one. It doesn't seem like office staff communicate with each other.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Everyone and the facility was very polite, pleasant, and the experience was above expectations. Parking is horrible
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2025
The paper towels were out. They used hand sanitizer instead of washing their hands. How long does it take to replace paper towels? The appointment lasted two hours. I waited 45 minutes to see the doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2025
I can't think of anything. Dr. Albrecht and her staff were great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
My experience with Prisma has been exceptional. Since none of my doctors are affiliated with Prisma, I didn't know what to expect. It was beyond my expectations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Got a care sheet afterwards, got nothing but some paperwork.explained aftercare if not going to give any paperwork.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
Can't think of anything. My needs were met. Staff was attentive and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
I waited 6 months for my appointment. I feel that is way to long.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
The suggested cysteine, and she said severe dryness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
They staff and Doctor went above and beyond. Thank you for your care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
It all went fine....just waiting for another appointment to have surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Nothing.. everything was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
Telling me you know exactly what needs to be done to my eyes.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
The doctor did not greet me personally. The nurse did all of the discussion with me. Also, written post operation instructions would have been helpful. ..
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2025
Not so much paperwork would be much better
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2025
Everyone from the ladies out front to Dr Albreath -all were very professional, helpful and wonderful to deal with during my visit
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2025
The wait time for your appointment. We sat in the waiting for over an hour before we were called back. Don't double and/or triple book appointment times.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Dr. Albrecht and the Ophtalmology Technician were outstanding, very professional and efficient. I highly recommend this practice to anyone thin need of their specialized Nuero-Ophthalmology Services
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
I was very impressed with the cleanesss of the office, the efficiency of the staff, and the wonderful care I received. Although it's taken longer than I expected to heal my issue, I know that the doctor is doing everything in her power to speed up the healing process. The length of time between onset of infection and referral to her, is what prevented quicker healing. I have 100% faith she can do that. If I wasn't satisfied with the care I'm receiving, I wouldn't return.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Was very satisfied with the service
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr has NO personality. Did not speak when she came in and sat down at the computer I told her my prior Dr had sent my info including where she did the injections, she said I don't see it but I will do it the way I do. She did NOT wipe the area with alcohol just started the injections, Some were VERY painful. I am on blood thinner so some of the spots bled she wiped them with paper towels very rough, she finished and walked out only saying the exit is that way. I wiil NOT go to her again and think you should get rid of her
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2025
I was comfortable with the way my visit took place. No complaints.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
The visit was perfect and the doctor was very knowledgeable and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2025
At the moment, I can't think of anything. The staff/provider were great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Everyone was awesome. The ladies did the surgery. They were awesome. Everyone was awesome. God bless every one of you all. Thank you for everything you've done. Okay?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
None. Facility very pleasant and clean. This was my first visit with Dr Albrecht, so she had not had time to review m medical records. But she was able to ascertain my current issue with no problem. Very impressed by her and her staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2025
Dr. Albrecht and her team have earned my complete trust in my care through their medical excellence and their bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
All is great professional service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
Everything was fine. i have a follow up appointment in a month.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
I enjoy everyone. Everyone was excellent and I appreciate all of them. Thank you. Bye-bye.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Dr. Albrecht and her staff provided excellent care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2025
Continue to provide excellent customer service