Summary

Dr. Alexander Brucker is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients with complex eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Maryland General Hospital in 1973. With 54 years of experience in the field, Dr. Brucker brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in French.

Dr. Brucker practices at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, with locations in Philadelphia and Radnor, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating serious eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration. His surgical expertise includes performing intravitreal injections and mechanical vitrectomy procedures. Dr. Brucker also repairs retinal detachments to help restore vision. Patients rate him 4.1 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 54 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French
  • Maryland General Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 29 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Alexander J. Brucker has 2 locations

Scheie Eye Institute Penn Presbyterian

51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical CenterPhiladelphia, PA 19104

Scheie Eye Institute Radnor

145 King of Prussia Road Penn Medicine RadnorRadnor, PA 19087

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54 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
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Speaks French Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PASpringfield , PACollingswood , NJSpringfield , PA
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alexander J. Brucker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare/Palmetto GBA

Medical Specialties

Alexander J. Brucker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Alexander J. Brucker has the following 29 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Chorioretinitis
  • Choroid Diseases
  • Cytomegalovirus Retinitis
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Cancer (Choroid Neoplasm)
  • Eye Cancer (Retinal Neoplasm)
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Injuries
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Inherited Retinal Degeneration
  • Iris Diseases
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Macular Edema
  • Melanoma
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinal Perforations
  • Retinal Vein Occlusion
  • Retinitis Pigmentosa
  • Uveitis
  • Vision Issues
  • Vitrectomy

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Alexander J. Brucker holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Maryland General Hospital in 1973.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 1972.

NPI Number

Alexander J. Brucker's NPI number is 1073624706.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Alexander Brucker speak?
Alexander Brucker speaks French.
Where is Alexander Brucker's office located?
Alexander Brucker's office is located at 51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Does Alexander Brucker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Is Alexander Brucker accepting new patients?
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Does Alexander Brucker accept my insurance?
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