Summary

Dr. Erik Kruger is an ophthalmologist who earned his medical degree from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science. With 31 years of experience in eye care, he focuses on comprehensive ophthalmology services for patients throughout northeastern Pennsylvania. Dr. Kruger is fluent in both English and Spanish, making his services accessible to a broader community of patients.

Dr. Kruger practices at Wilkes Barre General Hospital and Geisinger Community Medical Center, with multiple convenient locations across Kingston, Berwick, Bloomsburg, Nanticoke, Dallas, Hazleton, and Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating serious eye conditions including age-related macular degeneration and diabetic eye disease. His expertise includes advanced procedures such as retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment for retinal disorders. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kruger highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 for his compassionate care and clinical expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 31 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Erik Forrest Kruger has 8 locations

Eye Care Specialists

703 Rutter AveKingston, PA 18704
Mon8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

Eye Care Specialists

126 W Front StBerwick, PA 18603
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Care Specialists

1000 Market St Ste 5Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Mon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Wilkes Barre General Hospital

575 N River StWilkes Barre, PA 18764

Eye Care Specialists

9 N Market StNanticoke, PA 18634
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Care Specialists

40 Dallas Village Shopping CtrDallas, PA 18612
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Care Specialists

789 AIRPORT RD STE 105HAZLETON, PA 18202
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Surgical Specialty Center Of Northeastern Pennsylvania

190 Welles St Ste 150Forty Fort, PA 18704
Mon7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Erik Forrest Kruger, MDDr. Steven Vale, MDDr. John Jangwhan Lee, MDDr. William Michael Mclaughlin, DO
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
31 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Korean Speaks English, Spanish
Kingston , PAScranton , PABryn Mawr , PAScranton , PA
Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Erik Forrest Kruger

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Erik Forrest Kruger has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Erik Forrest Kruger has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Erik Forrest Kruger holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Pennsylvania and New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Kruger's NPI number is 1104886332.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Erik Kruger speak?
Dr. Erik Kruger speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Erik Kruger?
You can find contact information for Dr. Erik Kruger here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Erik Kruger accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Erik Kruger has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Erik Kruger's office located?
Dr. Erik Kruger's office is located at 703 Rutter Ave, Kingston, PA, 18704.
Which hospitals is Dr. Erik Kruger affiliated with?
Dr. Erik Kruger is affiliated with Wilkes Barre General Hospital and Geisinger Community Medical Center.

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