51 N. 39th Street, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Overview

Joan O'brien is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Her clinical expertise encompasses Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Metastatic Uveal Melanoma, Retinoblastoma, and Vitrectomy.

Dr. O'brien is board certified in Ophthalmology, 1996. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. O'brien is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Dartmouth Medical School

Residency

Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in PA

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology, 1996

Fellowships

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary
UCSF Medical Center and Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Awards

Recognized annually in Philadelphia magazine's Top Docs issue from 2018 through 2023

Insurance

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Cigna
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  • HMO
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Clover Health
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Devoted Health
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Geisinger
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  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Independent Health
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  • POS
  • PPO
Medicare
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Provider Partners Health Plan
  • MEDICARE SNP
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
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Locations

Scheie Eye Institute Penn Presbyterian
51 N. 39th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joan M. O'brien

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Joan M. O'brien by calling their office at 215-662-8100. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Joan M. O'brien a top-rated expert for Vitrectomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joan M. O'brien is classified as an Experienced expert for Vitrectomy, 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. Joan M. O'brien specialize in?

While Dr. Joan M. O'brien is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Vitrectomy, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Melanoma of the Eye. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Joan M. O'brien accept my insurance?

Dr. Joan M. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-662-8100 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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