Dr. Katherine Elizabeth Whalen, DO

Dr. Katherine Whalen is an ophthalmologist with secondary training in internal medicine who brings 14 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency training at Geisinger Health System. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive eye care while understanding how systemic health conditions can affect vision and eye health. Dr. Whalen communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Whalen maintains hospital privileges at Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Connecticut, including East Lyme and Norwich. She specializes in treating common eye conditions such as cataracts, blepharitis, and posterior vitreous detachment. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, and she performs comprehensive eye exams and retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have given Dr. Whalen an …average rating of 4.8 stars, reflecting their confidence in her care.