Summary

Dr. John Baer is an ophthalmologist who graduated from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Maryland Medical System. With 44 years of experience in eye care, he has built extensive expertise in treating various vision conditions. Dr. Baer speaks English and has dedicated his career to helping patients maintain and restore their sight.

Dr. Baer practices at multiple locations including Westminster, Maryland and Hanover, Pennsylvania, with affiliations at UPMC Hanover. He specializes in treating age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and posterior vitreous detachment. His practice includes comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 44 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Maryland Medical System
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Charles Baer has 3 locations

Carroll County Surgery Center

410 Malcolm Dr Ste BWestminster, MD 21157
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

South Penn Eye Care

250 E Walnut StHanover, PA 17331
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 11:00 am
SunClosed

Upmc Hanover

300 Highland AveHanover, PA 17331

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Dr. John Charles Baer, MDDr. Usiwoma Abugo, MDDr. Maria Soledad Romero, MDDr. Vasiliki Diane Rigas, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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3.8 
44 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Italian, Spanish, English
Westminster , MDLutherville , MDBaltimore , MDBaltimore , MD
Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Catolica de Cordoba Med School: Johns Hopkins University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Charles Baer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Charles Baer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Charles Baer has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
  • Uveitis
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2024, Expired
Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Maryland Medical System

Medical School

University Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated in 1982

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. John Baer's office located?
Dr. John Baer's office is located at 410 Malcolm Dr Ste B, Westminster, MD, 21157.
What languages does Dr. John Baer speak?
Dr. John Baer speaks English.
Is Dr. John Baer accepting new patients?
Dr. John Baer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. John Baer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. John Baer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Baer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Baer affiliated with?
Dr. John Baer is affiliated with Upmc Hanover.

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