Dr. Walter C. Hartel, MD | Dayton, OH | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Walter Hartel is a specialist in ophthalmology and plastic surgery with 47 years of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed his residency at Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital. Dr. Hartel is fluent in both English and Arabic.

Dr. Hartel practices at Kettering Health Dayton and maintains affiliations with Kettering Health Main Campus, Kettering Health Washington Township, and Soin Medical Center throughout Ohio. His expertise includes comprehensive eye exams and treatment of various medical conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 on Vitals.

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3.4

17 Ratings
47 years of experience
speaks English, Arabic
Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital
7 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
4 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

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Dr. Hartel did my cataract surgery. Didn’t remember it was my first eye. Insisted I was numb when I wasn’t. But then became upset when I moved in surgery. Office schedules routine visits for me without my consent. Canceled my appointments without notice on multiple occasions. Changed my insurance coding. And the wait is 4 hours. More concerned with Botox.

July 6th, 2018

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My husbands eyesight was saved by Dr. Hartels diagnosis and care

September 21st, 2015

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I went to see Dr. Hartel after a TBI (traumatic brain injury). He has a specialty Neuro-ophthalmology when told I suffered a TBI he asked "what is that" very concerning considering his specialty is neuro. The biggest thing though is that he said my eye sight was fine and that I had no other problems other than I was already wearing glasses before my accident. When I went to see me neurologist a few week later she did a routine eye check and saw that when I look side to side my eyes jump and twitch, not normal, and I would need therapy for this. I spent 5 hours waiting in a doctors office to be told by a specialist I was fine then a few weeks later to be told I was anything but fine. I am very dissapointed with my visit and will be finding a new ophthalmologist.

June 1st, 2015

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I have worked for Dr. Walter Hartel for many years and would like to update this profile. He is an excellent neuro-ophthalmologist and oculoplastics ophthalmologist in Dayton, Ohio. He is not retired and and currently sees patient's in all 3 locations listed. He is not an OB/GYN. This is an error also.

January 3rd, 2014

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In my case both my wife and I think Dr. Hartel was excellent. His diagnosis and time spent with me was down to earth and what I thought to be exceptional.

January 8th, 2011

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I was told to allow 2-3 hours for the visit. I had been there close to 4 hours when I finally met Dr. Hartell. (I have no problem with that - I was seeing others, having tests, etc.) He spent less than 5 minutes with me and was definitely not informative nor did he exhibit any kind of concern or understanding for my fears. He was curt as was his nurse. I left there upset, worried, and anxious. In my opinion, he was a terrible representative of the medical profession.

January 26th, 2010

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dr. hartel is one of the most amazing doctors i have ever encounterd

October 29th, 2009

Kettering Health Dayton

405 W Grand AveDayton, OH 45405

Tel: (937) 723-3200


Dr. Walter Charles Hartel, MD	Dr. Jeffrey Bloom, DO	Dr. James Apesos, MD	Dr. Christos Spiros Haveles
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Plastic Surgery	Plastic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (17 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.6 (62 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	52 Years of Experience	5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Arabic	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Dayton , OH	Centerville , OH	Dayton , OH	Dayton , OH
Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine	Med School: Alabama College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Palmetto Health Richland Memorial Hospital

Medical School

Wake Forest School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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What languages does Dr. Walter Hartel speak?: Dr. Walter Hartel speaks English and Arabic.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Hartel?: You can find contact information for Dr. Walter Hartel here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Walter Hartel accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Walter Hartel has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Walter Hartel's office located?: Dr. Walter Hartel's office is located at 405 W Grand Ave, Dayton, OH, 45405.
Which hospitals is Dr. Walter Hartel affiliated with?: Dr. Walter Hartel is affiliated with Kettering Health Main Campus, Kettering Health Dayton, Kettering Health Washington Township, and Soin Medical Center.

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