4.5
6 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. John J. Papale is a highly esteemed ophthalmologist and a cornerstone of the greater Springfield, Massachusetts medical community. With decades of dedication to vision care, Dr. Papale has earned recognition as one of the premier LASIK & Cataract surgeons in the region. Currently residing in Somers, Connecticut with his wife, Dr. Papale has been serving patients in private practice since 1985.
Dr. Papale is a proud alumnus of the University of Connecticut, where he graduated summa cum laude in just three years. He then pursued graduate studies in microbiology and virology before earning his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1979. Dr. Papale completed his internship at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, where he maintains affiliations to this day.
Following his internship, Dr. Papale undertook a prestigious two-year research fellowship in ophthalmic pathology at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He received a …National Research Service Award from the NIH, solidifying his early reputation as a leader in the field.
Dr. Papale completed his ophthalmology residency at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary before returning to Springfield to establish his private practice. Throughout his career, he has performed over 15,000 eye surgeries, earning a reputation as a trusted expert in LASIK and cataract surgery, as well as comprehensive eye care. His skills also include glaucoma treatments, and he was the first surgeon in the Springfield area to offer no-stitch cataract surgery in the 1990s. Dr. Papale specializes in lens implant surgery and utilizes advanced technologies such as the Visian EVO ICL, the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), and multifocal and toric lenses for cataract procedures. These cutting-edge options help patients achieve better vision at all distances.
Read More Read less Dr. Papale is a proud alumnus of the University of Connecticut, where he graduated summa cum laude in just three years. He then pursued graduate studies in microbiology and virology before earning his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1979. Dr. Papale completed his internship at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, where he maintains affiliations to this day.
Following his internship, Dr. Papale undertook a prestigious two-year research fellowship in ophthalmic pathology at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He received a …National Research Service Award from the NIH, solidifying his early reputation as a leader in the field.
Dr. Papale completed his ophthalmology residency at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary before returning to Springfield to establish his private practice. Throughout his career, he has performed over 15,000 eye surgeries, earning a reputation as a trusted expert in LASIK and cataract surgery, as well as comprehensive eye care. His skills also include glaucoma treatments, and he was the first surgeon in the Springfield area to offer no-stitch cataract surgery in the 1990s. Dr. Papale specializes in lens implant surgery and utilizes advanced technologies such as the Visian EVO ICL, the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL), and multifocal and toric lenses for cataract procedures. These cutting-edge options help patients achieve better vision at all distances.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 47 years of experience
- speaks English
- Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
SightMD MA Springfield (Papale Eye Center)
1515 Allen StSpringfield, MA 01118 Tel: (413) 782-0030
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
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 47 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, French | Speaks English |
| Springfield , MA | South Hadley , MA | MANCHESTER , CT | Northampton , MA |
| Med School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine | Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of New Jersey Robert Wood Johnson Medical School |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Dr John Joseph Papale has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
47 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Residency
Baystate Medical Center
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
Medical School
University of Connecticut School of MedicineGraduated in 1979
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