Overview
Prior to joining VED in December, 2017, Dr. Hammer was with Baltimore Washington Eye Center. Dr. Hammer earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, School of Medicine followed by an Internship at Eisenhower Army Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. He then completed his training with a residency in Ophthalmology at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center which serves the greater Washington, DC Metro area. Dr. Hammer served as Chief of Ophthalmology at Ireland Community Hospital in Fort Knox, Kentucky. Dr. Hammer enjoys spending time with his family and is very involved with the community. His commitment and his passion for his work is demonstrated by the loyalty of his patients.
Dr. Hammer is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Cataract Removal.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
11300 Rockville Pike, Suite 1202, Suite 1202, Rockville, MD 20852
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Andrew P. Hammer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew P. Hammer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Andrew P. Hammer by calling their office at 301-896-0890. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Andrew P. Hammer a top-rated expert for Dry Eye Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Andrew P. Hammer is classified as an Distinguished expert for Dry Eye Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Andrew P. Hammer specialize in?
While Dr. Andrew P. Hammer is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Dry Eye Syndrome, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, and Allergic Conjunctivitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Andrew P. Hammer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Andrew P. Hammer has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Dry Eye Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Andrew P. Hammer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Andrew P. Hammer accept my insurance?
Dr. Andrew P. Hammer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 301-896-0890 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Hammer isDistinguished. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- BlepharitisDr. Hammer isDistinguished. Learn about Blepharitis.
- CataractDr. Hammer isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Hammer isDistinguished. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Hammer isDistinguished. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Hammer isDistinguished. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- Advanced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- AmblyopiaDr. Hammer isAdvanced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- ChalazionDr. Hammer isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
- ChemosisDr. Hammer isAdvanced. Learn about Chemosis.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Hammer isAdvanced. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Experienced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- Adie SyndromeDr. Hammer isExperienced. Learn about Adie Syndrome.
- AstigmatismDr. Hammer isExperienced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Hammer isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Hammer isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- Cataract RemovalDr. Hammer isExperienced. Learn about Cataract Removal.