Summary

Dr. Lenard Hammer is an ophthalmologist with 45 years of experience treating conditions affecting the eyes and vision. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at Washington Hospital. Dr. Hammer speaks English and has dedicated nearly five decades to helping patients preserve and restore their sight.

Dr. Hammer practices at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center and maintains offices in Columbia and Olney, Maryland, as well as at The Johns Hopkins Medical Institute in Baltimore. He specializes in treating cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma. His expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients rate Dr. Hammer 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 45 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Washington Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Lenard Harry Hammer has 3 locations

Medical Eye Center

8860 Columbia 100 Pkwy Ste 101Columbia, MD 21045
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Medical Eye Center

3402 Olandwood CtOlney, MD 20832
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.8 
45 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Italian, Spanish, English
Columbia , MDLutherville , MDLaurel , MDBaltimore , MD
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University in California Med School: Universidad Catolica de Cordoba
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lenard Harry Hammer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Priority Partners
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lenard Harry Hammer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lenard Harry Hammer has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Washington Hospital

Medical School

Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount SinaiGraduated in 1981

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Lenard Hammer accepting new patients?
Dr. Lenard Hammer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Lenard Hammer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lenard Hammer affiliated with?
Dr. Lenard Hammer is affiliated with MEDSTAR MONTGOMERY MEDICAL CENTER.
Where is Dr. Lenard Hammer's office located?
Dr. Lenard Hammer's office is located at 8860 Columbia 100 Pkwy Ste 101, Columbia, MD, 21045.
What languages does Dr. Lenard Hammer speak?
Dr. Lenard Hammer speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lenard Hammer?
You can find contact information for Dr. Lenard Hammer here on Vitals.

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