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Dr. Walter Harris, MD

Ophthalmology*
5.0 (9)
Map Pin Small Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Walter Harris, MD

Dr. Walter Harris, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. Dr. Harris, completed a residency at Med College Va. Patients rated Dr. Harris an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Harris works at Dept of Ophthalmology in Philadelphia, PA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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. Harris' Office Locations

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    Dept of Ophthalmology
    2000 Hamilton St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 545-5001

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  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

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    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1689730905
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Med College Va
    Residency
    Internship
    • Hahnemann University|Hahnemann University Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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    Dr. Harris works at Dept of Ophthalmology in Philadelphia, PA. View the full address on Dr. Harris’s profile.

    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Harris. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Harris.

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