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17 Ratings with 17 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Sam Kuchinka treats cataracts, styes and chalazia, and astigmatism, and performs cataract surgery, intraocular lens implants, and blepharoplasty. He practices ophthalmology with 13 years of experience and sees patients in Ashland, Wisconsin, and Ironwood, Michigan.
Dr. Kuchinka earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency at Hennepin County Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kuchinka 5 out of 5.
Dr. Kuchinka earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency at Hennepin County Medical Center. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Kuchinka 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 13 years of experience
- 35 insurance plans accepted
- Hennepin County Medical Center
- 17 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Office Locations
Dr. Sam Norbert Kuchinka has 2 locationsMemorial Medical Center Inc
1615 Maple LnAshland, WI 54806 Tel: (715) 685-5500
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Sam Norbert Kuchinka, MD | Dr. Elisabeth Petit-Fond Aponte, MD | Jeffrey Rutgard, MD | Craig Florine, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 13 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 38 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 | |
| Ashland , WI | Superior , WI | Ashland , WI | Ashland , WI |
| Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine | Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Mn Med Sch |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sam Norbert Kuchinka
Medical Specialties
Dr. Sam Norbert Kuchinka has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Sam Norbert Kuchinka has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
13 Years Experience
Dr. Sam Norbert 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
Dr. Kuchinka's NPI number is 1639412000.
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- You can find contact information for Dr. Sam Kuchinka here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. Sam Kuchinka's office located?
- Dr. Sam Kuchinka's office is located at 1615 Maple Ln, Ashland, WI, 54806.
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