Christopher J. Kruger
Expertise in
18
conditions

Dr. Christopher J. Kruger

Ophthalmology
2507 South Road, Oakwood Commons, 
Poughkeepsie, NY 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
18
conditions
2507 South Road, Oakwood Commons, 
Poughkeepsie, NY 

Overview

Dr. Christopher Kruger is an experienced ophthalmologist who has been practicing in the Hudson Valley for over 30 years. His areas of expertise include cataract surgery, cornea surgery, and comprehensive ophthalmology. He primarily treats adolescents and older adults. His patient care philosophy emphasizes understanding each patient's unique needs and preferences, and treating them with respect, dignity, and compassion. As a Clinical Assistant Professor, he takes pleasure in imparting his skills and knowledge to future ophthalmologists, equipping them for successful careers in the field.

Dr. Kruger is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Kallikrein Hypertension, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Pinguecula.

Dr. Kruger is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 17 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kruger is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in NY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Ophthalmology

Hospital Affiliations

Westchester Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Optum Ophthalmology - Poughkeepsie - Oakwood Commons
2507 South Road, Oakwood Commons, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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.

17 Total Publications

Heritable CRISPR Mutagenesis of Essential Maternal Effect Genes as a Simple Tool for Sustained Population Suppression of Invasive Species in a Zebrafish Model.
Heritable CRISPR Mutagenesis of Essential Maternal Effect Genes as a Simple Tool for Sustained Population Suppression of Invasive Species in a Zebrafish Model.
Journal: Zebrafish
Published: March 21, 2024
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Is Dr. Christopher J. Kruger a top-rated expert for Dry Eye Syndrome?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher J. Kruger 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. Christopher J. Kruger specialize in?

While Dr. Christopher J. Kruger is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Dry Eye Syndrome, Kallikrein Hypertension, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Christopher J. Kruger participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Christopher J. Kruger has published 17 articles and abstracts on conditions like Dry Eye Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher J. Kruger's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Christopher J. Kruger accept my insurance?

Dr. Christopher J. Kruger accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 845-471-3111 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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