Summary

Dr. Kenneth Shindler is an ophthalmologist with 27 years of experience treating eye conditions and vision problems. He earned his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in 2000. Dr. Shindler speaks English and focuses his practice on comprehensive eye care.

Dr. Shindler practices at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating low vision problems, increased intracranial pressure, and cataracts. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging, vision tests, and visual field testing to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients rate him 4.7 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 27 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Scheie Eye Institute Penn Presbyterian

51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical CenterPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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27 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 42 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 Speaks English
Philadelphia , PASpringfield , PACollingswood , NJSpringfield , PA
Med School: Washington University School of Medicine Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kenneth S. Shindler

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (fka Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare
  • Rail Road Medicare/Palmetto GBA

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kenneth S. Shindler has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kenneth S. Shindler has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Optic Nerve Diseases
  • Optic Nerve inflammation (Optic Neuritis)
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Penn Presbyterian Medical Center2000

Medical School

Washington University School of MedicineGraduated in 1999

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Kenneth Shindler speak?
Dr. Kenneth Shindler speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Kenneth Shindler affiliated with?
Dr. Kenneth Shindler is affiliated with Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.

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