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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.
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.
Overview based on verified provider data
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 locationsHealthpoint Family Care Covington
1401 Madison AveCovington, KY 41011 Tel: (859) 655-6100
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
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| Ophthalmology | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 68 Years of Experience | 2 Years of Experience | 2 Years of Experience | 1 Year of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Covington , KY | Cincinnati , OH | Cincinnati , OH | Cincinnati , OH |
| Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine | Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard S Kerstine has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard S Kerstine has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
68 Years Experience
Dr. Richard S Kerstine holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Kentucky and Ohio.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Ohio that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Louisville School Of Medicine in 1958.
NPI Number
Dr. Kerstine's NPI number is 1376583112.
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- Does Dr. Richard S Kerstine accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Richard S Kerstine has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Richard S Kerstine's office located?
- Dr. Richard S Kerstine's office is located at 1401 Madison Ave, Covington, KY, 41011.
- What languages does Dr. Richard S Kerstine speak?
- Dr. Richard S Kerstine speaks English.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard S Kerstine?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Richard S Kerstine here on Vitals.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard S Kerstine affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard S Kerstine is affiliated with University Of Cincinnati Medical Center and The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health.
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