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Dr. Steven Vale, MD

Ophthalmology*
3.2 (23)
Map Pin Small Scranton, PA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Steven Vale, MD

Dr. Steven Vale, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Scranton, PA. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from Medical College of Pennsylvania and is affiliated with Moses Taylor Hospital and Regional Hospital Of Scranton. Dr. Vale, completed a residency at HENRY FORD HOSPITAL. Patients rated Dr. Vale an average 3.2 star rating.

Dr. Vale works at Acuity Laser Eye Vision Center in Scranton, PA with other offices in Bethlehem, PA, Carbondale, PA and Clarks Summit, PA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and 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. Vale's Office Locations

  1. 1
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    4 Meadow Ave, Scranton, PA 18505 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (570) 504-1530
  2. 2
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    216 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem, PA 18020 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (570) 504-1530
  3. 3
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    78 Salem Ave, Carbondale, PA 18407 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (570) 282-2000
  4. 4
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    510 Highland Ave, Clarks Summit, PA 18411 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (570) 504-1530

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  • Moses Taylor Hospital
  • Regional Hospital Of Scranton

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    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 36 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Portuguese and Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1720075310
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Kresge Eye Inst-Wayne State University
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • HENRY FORD HOSPITAL
    Residency
    Internship
    • Crozer-Chester Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Medical College of Pennsylvania
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Franklin & Marshall College
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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    Dr. Vale speaks Portuguese and Spanish.

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