Summary

Dr. Richard Kerstine is an ophthalmologist who brings exceptional experience to eye care, having practiced medicine for 68 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hospital. Dr. Kerstine speaks English and has dedicated his career to helping patients maintain and restore their vision.

Dr. Kerstine practices at University of Cincinnati Medical Center and The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health, with locations in both Cincinnati, Ohio, and Covington, Kentucky. He specializes in treating glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, conditions that can threaten vision if left untreated. His expertise includes comprehensive eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to detect and monitor eye diseases early.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 68 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard S Kerstine has 3 locations

Healthpoint Family Care Covington

1401 Madison AveCovington, KY 41011
Mon8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 7:30 pm
Sat9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SunClosed

The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health

4777 E Galbraith RdCincinnati, OH 45236

University Of Cincinnati Medical Center

3188 Bellevue AveCincinnati, OH 45219

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Dr. Richard S Kerstine, MDDr. Aisha RemyDr. Anil Tamer OzcilDr. Jose Cijin Puthussery
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
68 Years of Experience 3 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Covington , KYCincinnati , OHCincinnati , OHCincinnati , OH
Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: All-India Institute Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard S Kerstine

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard S Kerstine has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard S Kerstine has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

68 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired
Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Hospital

Medical School

University Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated in 1958

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Where is Dr. Richard Kerstine's office located?
Dr. Richard Kerstine's office is located at 1401 Madison Ave, Covington, KY, 41011.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Kerstine affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Kerstine is affiliated with University Of Cincinnati Medical Center and The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health.
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