Dr. Avni U. Badami, MD | Bethlehem, PA | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Avni Badami treats posterior vitreous detachment, myopia, and hyperglycemia and performs eye exams, cataract surgery, and intraocular lens implants. She has practiced ophthalmology for 13 years and sees patients in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Dr. Badami earned her medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency at Boston University Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Badami 4.89 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.9

9 Ratings
13 years of experience
32 insurance plans accepted
Boston University Medical Center
7 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 office location
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Badami's Ratings and Reviews

4.9

9 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 33 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Provided follow-up after the visit: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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Dr. Badami has excellent attention to detail, willingness and flexibility to discuss and assess multiple options to address health issues, top notch bedside manner customer service skills, communication is clear and concise, strong ability to translate complex topics into layman's terms to ensure patient understands current state and potential future options.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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March 19th, 2025

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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February 24th, 2024

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The wait time was very long but understandable. Dr Badami is a fantastic doctor, she carefully explains everything to the point.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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February 8th, 2024

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The wait time to see Dr. Badami, after the information taken by the Medical Assistant was well over 20 minutes. In as much as I run my own business, I find this to be unacceptable, and hope this can be corrected at my next appointment

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Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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August 23rd, 2023

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The Dr was VERY Courteous and VERY Professional, it was nice to be taken care of someone who cares.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

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August 21st, 2023

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I was exceptionally impressed with my 7 visits with Dr. Badami. She did 2 cataract procedures on me successfully. She thoroughly explains everything and is not bothered by questions. I would not hesitate to see her again if necessary.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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January 22nd, 2023

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Smooth visit

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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Needs Improvement

December 28th, 2022

Bethlehem Eye Associates

800 Eaton Ave Ste 100Bethlehem, PA 18018

Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Dr. Avni Umesh Badami, MD	Dr. Steven Vale, MD	Dr. Marilyn Jean Scudder, MD	Dr. Paul Henry Schenck, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.9 (9 Ratings)	4 (59 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
13 Years of Experience	38 Years of Experience		56 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English
Bethlehem , PA	Scranton , PA	Saint Paul , MN	Pottsville , PA
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University	Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania		Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
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Ophthalmology

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

Dr. Avni Umesh Badami 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 Boston University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 2013.

NPI Number

Dr. Badami's NPI number is 1548605231.

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Where is Dr. Avni Badami's office located?: Dr. Avni Badami's office is located at 800 Eaton Ave Ste 100, Bethlehem, PA, 18018.

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