Overview
Kristin Hammersmith is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Hammersmith is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Transplant, and Vitrectomy.
Dr. Hammersmith is board certified in Ophthalmology, 2003. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 58 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Hammersmith is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3400 Civic Center Boulevard, West Pavilion, 3rd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hammersmith has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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 Clinical Trials
Ophthalmology - Wills Eye Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kristin M. Hammersmith
Is Dr. Kristin M. Hammersmith a top-rated expert for Corneal Transplant?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kristin M. Hammersmith is classified as an Distinguished expert for Corneal Transplant, 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. Kristin M. Hammersmith specialize in?
While Dr. Kristin M. Hammersmith is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Corneal Transplant, Interstitial Keratitis, and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Kristin M. Hammersmith participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kristin M. Hammersmith has published 58 articles and abstracts on conditions like Corneal Transplant. You can view a list of Dr. Kristin M. Hammersmith's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kristin M. Hammersmith accept my insurance?
Dr. Kristin M. Hammersmith accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive DeafnessDr. Hammersmith isDistinguished. Learn about Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness.
- Corneal TransplantDr. Hammersmith isDistinguished. Learn about Corneal Transplant.
- Fuchs DystrophyDr. Hammersmith isDistinguished. Learn about Fuchs Dystrophy.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Hammersmith isDistinguished. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- KeratoconusDr. Hammersmith isDistinguished. Learn about Keratoconus.
- Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1Dr. Hammersmith isDistinguished. Learn about Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.
- Advanced
- AEC SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about AEC Syndrome.
- BlepharitisDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Cicatricial PemphigoidDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about Cicatricial Pemphigoid.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Ectodermal DysplasiasDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about Ectodermal Dysplasias.
- EEC SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about EEC Syndrome.
- EntropionDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about Entropion.
- GlaucomaDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Naegeli-Franceschetti-Jadassohn SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about Naegeli-Franceschetti-Jadassohn Syndrome.
- Peters AnomalyDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about Peters Anomaly.
- Peters Plus SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about Peters Plus Syndrome.
- Zlotogora-Ogur SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isAdvanced. Learn about Zlotogora-Ogur Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- AmblyopiaDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- AmebiasisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Amebiasis.
- AniridiaDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Aniridia.
- Axenfeld-Rieger SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Axenfeld-Rieger Syndrome.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Blocked Tear DuctDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Blocked Tear Duct.
- Brittle Cornea SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Brittle Cornea Syndrome.
- CataractDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- ChalazionDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Chandler's SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Chandler's Syndrome.
- CHARGE SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about CHARGE Syndrome.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- Cogan-Reese SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Cogan-Reese Syndrome.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Duane-Radial Ray SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Duane-Radial Ray Syndrome.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- EpiscleritisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- Erythema MultiformeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Erythema Multiforme.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Hereditary KeratitisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Keratitis.
- Iridocorneal Endothelial SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Iridocorneal Endothelial Syndrome.
- Koolen De Vries SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Koolen De Vries Syndrome.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- MeibomianitisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS)Dr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS).
- Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 1 (MPS I, Hurler Syndrome)
- NeuroretinitisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Neurotrophic KeratitisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Neurotrophic Keratitis.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Optic NeuritisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- PterygiumDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Pterygium.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental RetardationDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Retinopathy Pigmentary Mental Retardation.
- ScleritisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Scleritis.
- Sjogren SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Sjogren Syndrome.
- Stevens-Johnson SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.
- StrabismusDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Strabismus.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- UveitisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.
- Vernal KeratoconjunctivitisDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis.
- VitrectomyDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Vitrectomy.
- Walker Dyson SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Walker Dyson Syndrome.
- Wildervanck SyndromeDr. Hammersmith isExperienced. Learn about Wildervanck Syndrome.