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 provides comprehensive eye care for patients in the Philadelphia area.

Dr. Shindler practices at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He treats patients with low vision problems, increased pressure inside the head that can affect vision, and cataracts. His procedures include retinal imaging to examine the back of the eye, comprehensive vision tests, and visual field testing to check peripheral vision. Patients rate Dr. Shindler 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care.

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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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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
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4.9 
27 Years of Experience 38 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 , PAScranton , PASpringfield , PACollingswood , NJ
Med School: Washington University School of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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 (formerly 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
  • Railroad Medicare/Palmetto GBA

Medical Specialties

Kenneth S. Shindler has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

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

Kenneth S. Shindler holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in 2000.

Medical School

Graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Kenneth S. Shindler's NPI number is 1063440071.

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Kenneth Shindler's office is located at 51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
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What languages does Kenneth Shindler speak?
Kenneth Shindler speaks English.

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