Summary

Dr. Katharine Liegel is an ophthalmologist who also brings expertise in emergency medicine to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center. With 15 years of experience in the field, Dr. Liegel has developed specialized skills in treating complex eye conditions and managing urgent vision-related concerns.

Dr. Liegel practices at multiple locations throughout Syracuse, New York, including the University Center For Vision Care, Upstate University Hospital, and Upstate Community Hospital. She specializes in treating cataracts, strabismus, and posterior vitreous detachment. Her comprehensive approach includes performing detailed eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 15 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Rochester Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Katharine Anne Liegel has 3 locations

University Center For Vision Care

550 Harrison St Ste LSyracuse, NY 13202
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

Upstate University Hospital

750 E Adams StSyracuse, NY 13210

Upstate Community Hospital

4900 Broad RdSyracuse, NY 13215

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Dr. Katharine Anne Liegel, MDDr. George Tung, MDDr. Sing Your Li, MDDr. William Wen Oh
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
3.9 
15 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Syracuse , NYBellmore , NYBellmore , NYSyracuse , NY
Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Katharine Anne Liegel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CDPHP
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Davis Vision
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Guardian
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • Optum Health
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Katharine Anne Liegel has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Katharine Anne Liegel has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Rochester Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Maryland School Of Medicine
University Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated in 2011

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Where is Dr. Katharine Liegel's office located?
Dr. Katharine Liegel's office is located at 550 Harrison St Ste L, Syracuse, NY, 13202.
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