Summary

Dr. Walter Harris is an ophthalmologist with over four decades of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-restoring procedures. He earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Medical College of Virginia Hospital. With 43 years in practice, Dr. Harris has developed extensive expertise in comprehensive eye care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Harris practices at several locations in Philadelphia, including Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Wills Eye Ophthalmology Clinic, and Wills Eye Hospital, with hospital affiliations at Wellspan York Hospital. He specializes in treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients have given Dr. Harris an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 43 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Medical College Of Virginia Hospital
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Walter P Harris has 3 locations

Wills Eye Ophthalmology Clinic

840 Walnut St Ste 1230Philadelphia, PA 19107
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

Wills Eye Hospital

840 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Walter P Harris, MDDr. Michael Kresloff, MDDr. Steven Vale, MDDr. Nancy Wilson Crawford, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.9 
3.6 
43 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PACollingswood , NJScranton , PASpringfield , PA
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Walter P Harris

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Community Health Choice
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • March Vision Care
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Walter P Harris has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Walter P Harris has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Medical College Of Virginia Hospital

Medical School

Johns Hopkins University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Walter Harris speak?
Dr. Walter Harris speaks English and Spanish.
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