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Dr. Edward Gerner, MD

Ophthalmology*
4.6 (11)
Map Pin Small Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
59 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Edward Gerner, MD

Dr. Edward Gerner, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 59 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurology. They graduated from New York University and is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Gerner, completed a residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Gerner an average 4.6 star rating.

Dr. Gerner works at Practice in Philadelphia, PA. They are accepting new patients and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Gerner's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Premier Family Dental LLC
    4101 Tyson Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19135 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 624-0500
  2. 2
    Gerner & Magargal
    1015 Chestnut St Ste 1125, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 928-1212

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  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

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    About Dr. Edward Gerner, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Specialties*
    Years of Experience
    • 59 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1154472165
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Mount Sinai Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • UPMC - Presbyterian
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • New York University
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Neurology and Ophthalmology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Edward Gerner, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Gerner is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Gerner. The overall rating for this provider is 4.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Gerner.

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