Physician Ophthalmology Cornea

  • Geisinger
  • Danville, PA
  • Posted 3 weeks ago
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The successful candidate will provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with corneal, external disease, and anterior segment disorders while contributing to the academic and clinical missions of Geisinger. Opportunities are available to develop innovative programs, participate in clinical research, and teach residents within a large tertiary referral center. Position Highlights • Join a well-established ophthalmology practice with subspecialty ophthalmologists and optometrists • Large built-in referral base from • Shared call schedule with resident support • Call responsibilities primarily involve backup coverage for residents • Approximately 1:8 weeks • Support from dedicated Advanced Practice Providers (PA-Cs and CRNPs) • Practice location includes 50 exam rooms within the outpatient surgery center Advanced Diagnostic Technology The practice is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and imaging technology, including: • Fluorescein Angiography (FA) • Fundus Photography • Humphrey Visual Field (HVF) • Goldman Visual Field Testing • IOL Master • Immersion Biometry • Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) • Pachymetry • Ultrasound Biomicroscopy (UBM) • iDesign Refractive Studio • Anterior Segment OCT • Corneal Topography Procedural and Surgical Opportunities The successful candidate will have access to a full spectrum of treatment and surgical options, including: • Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) • YAG Laser Procedures • Argon Laser Procedures • Excimer Laser Treatments • Corneal Cross-Linking • Descemet Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK) • Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK) Physicians perform procedures at two modern surgical facilities: • Geisinger Outpatient Surgery Center • Geisinger Medical Center Main Campus Responsibilities • Diagnose, manage, and surgically treat corneal, anterior segment, and external eye diseases • Provide comprehensive ophthalmic evaluations and consultations • Perform office-based and surgical procedures consistent with corneal specialty training • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes • Participate in quality improvement, clinical research, and program development initiatives • Educate and mentor ophthalmology residents and learners • Maintain excellence in patient-centered care and clinical documentation Qualifications • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school • Completion of an accredited Ophthalmology Residency • Fellowship training in Cornea and External Disease • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology • Eligible for medical licensure in Pennsylvania For more information, please visit geisinger.org/careers or contact: Dr. Herbert Ingraham, Department Chair Ophthalmology Geisinger c/o Devyn Kern, Sr. Provider Recruiter Geisinger dkern1@geisinger.edu About Geisinger Geisinger Health System serves more than 3 million people throughout central, south-central, and northeastern Pennsylvania. Geisinger is nationally recognized for innovative care delivery, quality outcomes, and patient-centered care. The integrated health system includes: • 12 hospital campuses • 43 community practice sites • Nearly 1,600 primary care and specialty physicians • A mature and fully integrated electronic health record platform About Danville and Central Pennsylvania Geisinger offers physicians an outstanding quality of life in Central Pennsylvania. The region provides excellent schools, safe, family-friendly communities, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities as well as outdoor activities including fishing, skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and canoeing Residents also enjoy convenient access to major metropolitan areas, including New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. About the Department Ophthalmologists at Geisinger possess the knowledge and professional expertise required to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Physicians are responsible for diagnosing, monitoring, and medically or surgically treating ocular and visual disorders.

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