Not accepting new patients
Dr. Vincent K. Young, MD
- Speaks
- English
Overview
Dr. Vincent K. Young is an ophthalmologist at Einstein Ophthalmology at Elkins Park, part of Jefferson Einstein, with more than 40 years of experience.
He earned his medical degree at Temple University and completed his ophthalmology residency at the Scheie Eye Institute, University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Young treats glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, performs glaucoma surgery and cataract surgery, and provides comprehensive eye care.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- (215) 663-6422
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Primary open-angle glaucoma
- Angle-closure glaucoma
- Normal-tension glaucoma
- Ocular hypertension
- Pseudoexfoliation and pigmentary glaucoma
- Secondary glaucoma
- Cataract with glaucoma
Procedures Performed
- Selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT)
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
- Trabeculectomy
- Glaucoma tube shunt surgery
- Laser peripheral iridotomy
- Combined cataract and glaucoma surgery
- Visual field and OCT testing
Education & Training
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Medical School1983
Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
Doctor of Medicine
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Residency1984 to 1987
Scheie Eye Institute, University of Pennsylvania
Ophthalmology
Insurance & Fees
Insurance networks differ by office and plan. Call the office to confirm that your plan is accepted before your visit.
Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.
Location
Hospital Affiliations
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Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital
Medical staff, Philadelphia, PA
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Vincent K. Young?
Call Einstein Ophthalmology at Elkins Park at (215) 663-6422 to book or to ask about availability. Some specialists ask for a referral and recent eye records, and you should confirm insurance coverage when you call.
What should I bring to my first visit with Dr. Vincent K. Young?
Bring your photo ID and insurance card, a list of your medicines and eye drops, your current glasses or contact lenses, and any previous eye test results or imaging. Your eyes may be dilated, so plan for a driver if needed.
What does Dr. Vincent K. Young specialize in?
Dr. Vincent K. Young practices Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Glaucoma and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Glaucoma surgery, Combined cataract and glaucoma surgery, Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and Glaucoma monitoring.
Where does Dr. Vincent K. Young practice?
Dr. Vincent K. Young sees patients at Einstein Ophthalmology at Elkins Park, 60 Township Line Road, Elkins Park, PA 19027.
Is Dr. Vincent K. Young accepting new patients?
Dr. Vincent K. Young is seeing existing patients only right now.
What languages does Dr. Vincent K. Young speak?
Dr. Vincent K. Young speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Vincent K. Young affiliated with?
Dr. Vincent K. Young is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital.
Where did Dr. Vincent K. Young train?
Dr. Vincent K. Young studied medicine at Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and completed residency at Scheie Eye Institute, University of Pennsylvania.
About This Profile
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