Erich M. Hufnagel

Overview

Erich Hufnagel, MD, is an ophthalmologist who provides comprehensive eye care for adults of all ages. He treats a wide range of eye conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma and general vision concerns. Dr. Hufnagel performs cataract surgery and offers non surgical glaucoma management to help patients maintain healthy vision and improve their quality of life.|As a comprehensive eye doctor, Dr. Hufnagel evaluates and manages common eye conditions and helps patients understand their treatment options. His goal is to provide the right care at the right time, whether it’s routine eye care, advanced cataract surgery or ongoing glaucoma monitoring.|Dr. Hufnagel earned his Doctor of Medicine from Thomas Jefferson University and completed his ophthalmology residency at Temple University Hospital. As a Lycoming County native, Dr. Hufnagel is proud to care for his hometown community. “It’s rewarding to help my neighbors protect and improve their vision,” he says.

His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Thomas Jefferson University, 2017 - Doctor Of Medicine

Residency

Temple University Hospital, 2021

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in PA

Hospital Affiliations

Geisinger Medical Center
Upmc Williamsport

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Locations

Geisinger Medical Center Muncy - Ophthalmology
255 Route 220 Highway, Muncy, PA 17756

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.


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Is Dr. Erich M. Hufnagel a top-rated expert for Cataract?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Erich M. Hufnagel is classified as an Experienced expert for Cataract, 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. Erich M. Hufnagel specialize in?

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

Does Dr. Erich M. Hufnagel participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Erich M. Hufnagel has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Erich M. Hufnagel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Erich M. Hufnagel accept my insurance?

Dr. Erich M. Hufnagel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-230-4565 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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