Summary

Dr. David Lightman is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and treatment of retinal conditions. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Health System. With over five decades of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Lightman has built extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating complex eye conditions.

Dr. Lightman practices at multiple locations throughout central Pennsylvania, including Lewisburg, Williamsport, Bellefonte, and Danville. He focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease. His practice includes advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to provide detailed assessments of eye health. Patients rate Dr. Lightman 3.6 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 51 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • Johns Hopkins Health System
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. David Abbott Lightman has 9 locations

The Eye Center Of Central Pa

137 Jpm RdLewisburg, PA 17837
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Eye Center Of Central Pa

435 River AveWilliamsport, PA 17701
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Eye Center Of Central Pa

205 Park PlBellefonte, PA 16823
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Eye Center Of Central Pa

66 Enterprise BlvdAllenwood, PA 17810
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Eye Center Of Central Pa

88 Hardees DrMifflinburg, PA 17844
Mon7:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Eye Center Of Central Pennsylvania

3020 N Susquehanna TrlShamokin Dam, PA 17876
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Eye Center Of Central Pennsylvania

5 Railroad AveMiddleburg, PA 17842
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Eye Center Of Central Pa

732 Church StDanville, PA 17821
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. David Abbott Lightman, MDDr. Steven Vale, MDDr. Thomas George Sharkey, MDDr. Nina Mithi Taggart, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
3.7 
51 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Lewisburg , PAScranton , PAKingston , PAKingston , PA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David Abbott Lightman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CHAMPVA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • PA Health and Wellness
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. David Abbott Lightman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David Abbott Lightman has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Johns Hopkins Health System

Medical School

Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980
Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1975

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Dr. David Lightman's office is located at 137 Jpm Rd, Lewisburg, PA, 17837.
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