David A. Derose
Advanced in Pterygium

Dr. David A. Derose

Ophthalmology
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Lehigh Eye Specialists
1251 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 307, 
Allentown, PA 
Advanced in Pterygium
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Lehigh Eye Specialists
1251 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 307, 
Allentown, PA 
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Overview

Philosophy of care | Listen. Treat people with respect. Do the best that you can to improve patients' health. | Why I entered medicine | Medicine is the most interesting field for because of its multi-factorial nature to overall well-being. From the biochemistry of blood cells to the pathways of processing light into images to the shaping of our personalities, medicine is never stagnant and fits best with my craving for leaning and growth. | Community involvement | I have done medical missions overseas and worked in local free clinics over the years. I work at the Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center monthly to teach residents surgery how to practice medicine and help our veterans live a better life. | Personal interests | I'm interested in foreign languages, and enjoy rollerblading and yoga.

Dr. Derose is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness.

Graduate Institution
Hahnemann University, Master Of Science (MS), 1988
Residency
Ophthalmology, Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA- 1994, 1995, 1996
Specialties
Ophthalmology
Licenses
Ophthalmology in PA
Board Certifications
American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology
Fellowships
Anterior Segment, Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA- 1997
Hospital Affiliations
St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem
Languages Spoken
English
Gender
Male

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Lehigh Eye Specialists
1251 S Cedar Crest Blvd, Suite 307, Allentown, PA 18103
Call: 610-820-6320
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