Summary

Dr. Alexander Brucker is an ophthalmologist specializing in retinal conditions and diseases affecting the back of the eye. 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 eye care, Dr. Brucker has developed extensive expertise in treating complex retinal disorders. He speaks French in addition to English.

Dr. Brucker practices at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, with locations in Philadelphia and Radnor. He focuses on treating diabetic eye disease, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. His surgical expertise includes performing intravitreal injections, mechanical vitrectomy procedures, and retinal detachment repairs. Patients rate Dr. Brucker 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 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. 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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Dr. Alexander J. Brucker, MDDr. Michael Kresloff, MDDr. Leonard Harold Ginsburg, MDDr. Steven Vale, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
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54 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PACollingswood , NJSpringfield , PAScranton , PA
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. 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 (fka 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
  • Rail Road Medicare/Palmetto GBA

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alexander J. Brucker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. 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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Maryland General Hospital1973

Medical School

New York Medical CollegeGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Alexander Brucker accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Alexander Brucker has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Alexander Brucker's office located?
Dr. Alexander Brucker's office is located at 51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Brucker?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Alexander Brucker affiliated with?
Dr. Alexander Brucker is affiliated with Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.
Does Dr. Alexander Brucker accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Alexander Brucker accepts on their Vitals profile.

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