Christine G. Saad
Expertise in
5
conditions

Dr. Christine G. Saad

Ophthalmology
1431 Nursery Street, Suite 200, 
Fogelsville, PA 
Accepting New Patients
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
5
conditions
1431 Nursery Street, Suite 200, 
Fogelsville, PA 

Overview

Philosophy of care | I have a responsibility to use my talents for the good of my community. | Why I entered medicine | I wanted the opportunity to help people. As an ophthalmologist, I am able to perform surgery, which I enjoy, while still being able to spend time with patients in the office. | Personal interests | I enjoy time with my family, participating in church events and activities, reading, cooking and walking.

Dr. Saad is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Pterygium.

Dr. Saad is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Saad is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Optometrist in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology

Fellowships

Cornea, External Disease And Refractive Surgery, Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA- 2007

Hospital Affiliations

Lehigh Valley Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Arabic

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Locations

LVPG Ophthalmology-Fogelsville
1431 Nursery Street, Suite 200, Fogelsville, PA 18051

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Total Publications

Bloody tears: Ocular pyogenic granuloma inducing hemolacria during pregnancy.
Bloody tears: Ocular pyogenic granuloma inducing hemolacria during pregnancy.
Journal: The American journal of emergency medicine
Published: March 27, 2024
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christine G. Saad is classified as an Distinguished expert for Glaucoma, 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. Christine G. Saad specialize in?

While Dr. Christine G. Saad is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Cataract, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Christine G. Saad participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Christine G. Saad has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Christine G. Saad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Christine G. Saad accept my insurance?

Dr. Christine G. Saad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 484-273-4390 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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