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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.
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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 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 | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| 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 , KY | Cincinnati , OH | Cincinnati , OH | Cincinnati , 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
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
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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- Dr. Richard Kerstine is affiliated with University Of Cincinnati Medical Center and The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health.
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