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10 Ratings with 10 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Sam Kuchinka is an ophthalmologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating eye conditions and diseases. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency training at Hennepin County Medical Center. With 13 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Kuchinka brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He provides care to patients in English.
Dr. Kuchinka practices at Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center in Ashland, Wisconsin. He focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and posterior vitreous detachment. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment to help preserve and improve patients' vision. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kuchinka highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
Dr. Kuchinka practices at Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center in Ashland, Wisconsin. He focuses on treating age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and posterior vitreous detachment. His expertise includes performing retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and anti-VEGF treatment to help preserve and improve patients' vision. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kuchinka highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 13 years of experience
- 35 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Hennepin County Medical Center
- 10 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center
1615 Maple LnAshland, WI 54806 Tel: (715) 685-5500
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 13 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 40 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 |
| Ashland , WI | Ashland , WI | Superior , WI | Ashland , WI |
| Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | Med School: University of Mn Med Sch | Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Sam Kuchinka
Medical Specialties
Sam Kuchinka has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Sam Kuchinka has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
13 Years Experience
Sam Kuchinka holds an expired medical license in the state of Michigan.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Michigan that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Hennepin County Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 2013.
NPI Number
Sam Kuchinka's NPI number is 1639412000.
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