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Summary
Dr. Prithvi Sankar is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in glaucoma treatment. He earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia and completed his residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network in 1997. With three decades of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Sankar brings extensive knowledge to treating complex eye conditions. He is fluent in Spanish and French, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.
Dr. Sankar practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. His clinical focus centers on managing glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as treating cataracts. He performs specialized glaucoma procedures, iridotomy, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery to help preserve patients' vision. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sankar highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Sankar practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. His clinical focus centers on managing glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as treating cataracts. He performs specialized glaucoma procedures, iridotomy, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery to help preserve patients' vision. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sankar highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 30 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, French
- Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Dr. Prithvi Sankar
51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical CenterPhiladelphia, PA 19104 Tel: (215) 662-8100
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| Med School: University of Virginia | Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School | Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Prithvi Sankar
Medical Specialties
Dr. Prithvi Sankar has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Prithvi Sankar has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
30 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network1997
Medical School
University of VirginiaGraduated in 1996
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