Not accepting new patients
Dr. James S. Lewis, MD
- Speaks
- English
8380 Old York Road Suite 110, Elkins Park, PA 19027
Overview
Dr. James S. Lewis is a cornea, cataract and refractive surgeon in Elkins Park and Director of Cataract, LASIK and Corneal Surgery at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Salus University. He has also operated for decades with Fab Eye Care, formerly Phoenixville Eye Associates.
A graduate of Princeton University and Jefferson Medical College, he was Director of Cornea and External Disease at Hahnemann University from 1987 to 1990. He has published on cataract surgery and binocular vision and won a Best Paper of Session award at ASCRS.
Dr. Lewis performs cataract surgery with premium and light adjustable lenses, LASIK, corneal transplants and glaucoma and dry eye treatment.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Male
- Video visits
- In person only
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Cataracts
- Astigmatism
- Nearsightedness and farsightedness
- Presbyopia
- Posterior capsule opacification
- Dislocated intraocular lens
Procedures Performed
- Cataract surgery (phacoemulsification)
- Toric, multifocal and extended depth of focus lens implants
- Laser-assisted cataract surgery
- LASIK
- PRK
- Refractive lens exchange
- YAG laser capsulotomy
- Intraocular lens exchange
Credentials
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Education & Training
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Other Degree
Princeton University
Undergraduate degree
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Medical School1978 to 1982
Jefferson Medical College
Doctor of Medicine
Insurance & Fees
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Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.
Location
Hospital Affiliations
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Phoenixville Hospital
Admitting privileges, Phoenixville, PA
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. James S. Lewis?
Contact SightMD PA Elkins Park directly 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. James S. Lewis?
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. James S. Lewis specialize in?
Dr. James S. Lewis practices Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Cornea & External Disease and Ophthalmology. Focus areas include Refractive cataract surgery, Premium and toric lens implants, Laser vision correction and Astigmatism correction.
Where does Dr. James S. Lewis practice?
Dr. James S. Lewis sees patients at SightMD PA Elkins Park, 8380 Old York Road Suite 110, Elkins Park, PA 19027.
Is Dr. James S. Lewis accepting new patients?
Dr. James S. Lewis is seeing existing patients only right now.
What languages does Dr. James S. Lewis speak?
Dr. James S. Lewis speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. James S. Lewis affiliated with?
Dr. James S. Lewis is affiliated with Phoenixville Hospital.
Where did Dr. James S. Lewis train?
Dr. James S. Lewis studied medicine at Jefferson Medical College.
About This Profile
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