4.2
9 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Karen Lauer specializes in ophthalmology and has dedicated four decades to caring for patients with eye conditions. They earned their medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and completed their residency training at Mercy Hospital. Dr. Lauer is fluent in both Spanish and English, helping them connect with a diverse patient community.
Dr. Lauer practices at UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where they focus on treating glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma conditions. They also address posterior capsule opacity, which can affect vision after cataract surgery. Their expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye examinations, and optical coherence tomography to help diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients have given Dr. Lauer an average rating of 4.2 on Vitals.
Dr. Lauer practices at UPMC Mercy in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where they focus on treating glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma conditions. They also address posterior capsule opacity, which can affect vision after cataract surgery. Their expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye examinations, and optical coherence tomography to help diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients have given Dr. Lauer an average rating of 4.2 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 40 years of experience
- 8 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- Mercy Hospital
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Office Location
Allegheny Ophthalmic & Orbital Associates PC
420 E North Ave Ste 116 E WingPittsburgh, PA 15212 Tel: (412) 359-6300
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Karen B Lauer, MD | Dr. Christopher Michael Spearman, MD | Dr. Sharon L Taylor, MD | Dr. Daniel James Nadler, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 40 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 51 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Pittsburgh , PA | Cranberry Township , PA | Pittsburgh , PA | Sewickley , PA |
| Med School: Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: Albany Medical College | Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen B Lauer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Karen B Lauer has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karen B Lauer has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Mercy Hospital
Medical School
Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson UniversityGraduated in 1986
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Lauer affiliated with?
- Dr. Karen Lauer is affiliated with Upmc Mercy.
- Does Dr. Karen Lauer accept my insurance?
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- Is Dr. Karen Lauer accepting new patients?
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- Does Dr. Karen Lauer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Karen Lauer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Karen Lauer's office located?
- Dr. Karen Lauer's office is located at 420 E North Ave Ste 116 E Wing, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212.
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