Overview
Santi Karnam, MD, is an ophthalmologist and retina specialist. He treats adults for conditions affecting the retina, including age-related macular degeneration, retinal detachment, macular holes, diabetic retinopathyepiretinal membrane, complex cataracts and sutured lenses.|Dr. Karnam attended Creighton University School of Medicine in Nebraska, where he earned his medical degree. After medical school, he completed a residency at the University of Nebraska:Truhlsen Eye Institute, also in Nebraska. He also completed an ophthalmology fellowship at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia. He finished his training with a Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship at Boston Medical Center before returning to his home state of PA.|A Philadephia native, and continues to be passionate about medical education and surgical training abroad.|In his free time, he enjoys cooking, building and restoring furniture and hiking with his wife and two dogs.
His clinical expertise encompasses Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Uveitis, Neuroretinitis, and Hyphema.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Karnam is currently accepting new patients.
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1201 Oak Street, Pittston, PA 18640
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Santi Karnam
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Santi Karnam?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Santi Karnam by calling their office at 570-808-9800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Santi Karnam a top-rated expert for Subconjunctival Hemorrhage?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Santi Karnam is classified as an Experienced expert for Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, 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. Santi Karnam specialize in?
While Dr. Santi Karnam is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Uveitis, and Neuroretinitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Santi Karnam participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Santi Karnam has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Subconjunctival Hemorrhage. You can view a list of Dr. Santi Karnam's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Santi Karnam accept my insurance?
Dr. Santi Karnam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 570-808-9800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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