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Summary
Dr. John Gillen is an ophthalmologist who earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hospital. With 64 years of experience in eye care, he has built extensive expertise in treating complex vision conditions and performing comprehensive eye evaluations.
Dr. Gillen practices at multiple locations throughout Cincinnati, Ohio, including the Cincinnati Eye Institute Foundation, Apex Eye, and University of Cincinnati Medical Center, with hospital affiliations at Mercy Health Urbana Hospital. He specializes in managing glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as treating age-related macular degeneration. His practice focuses on comprehensive eye exams, vision testing, and visual field testing to help patients maintain and improve their eye health.
Dr. Gillen practices at multiple locations throughout Cincinnati, Ohio, including the Cincinnati Eye Institute Foundation, Apex Eye, and University of Cincinnati Medical Center, with hospital affiliations at Mercy Health Urbana Hospital. He specializes in managing glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as treating age-related macular degeneration. His practice focuses on comprehensive eye exams, vision testing, and visual field testing to help patients maintain and improve their eye health.
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Quick Facts
- 64 years of experience
- 9 insurance plans accepted
- University Hospital
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. John Bernard Gillen has 3 locationsCincinnati Eye Institute Foundation
1574 Claretta DrCincinnati, OH 45231 Tel: (513) 207-6140
MonClosed
TueClosed
Wed9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 64 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Cincinnati , OH | Edgewood , KY | Blue Ash , OH | Cincinnati , OH |
| Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine | Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Bernard Gillen
Medical Specialties
Dr. John Bernard Gillen has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John Bernard Gillen has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
64 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Hospital
Medical School
University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
University Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated in 1962
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- Dr. John Gillen's office is located at 1574 Claretta Dr, Cincinnati, OH, 45231.
- Which hospitals is Dr. John Gillen affiliated with?
- Dr. John Gillen is affiliated with Mercy Health Urbana Hospital.
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