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Dr. Walter Ferrini, MD, FEBO

Medical Retina & Macular Degeneration Ophthalmology Vitreoretinal Surgery
Speaks
English

Neuchâtel, Neuchâtel, Switzerland

Verified profile October 2, 2026 Last updated
Dr. Walter Ferrini, MD, FEBO, Medical Retina & Macular Degeneration, Neuchâtel, Neuchâtel
Medical Retina & Macular Degeneration
Board certifiedFEBO

Overview

Dr. Walter Ferrini is Chief Medical Officer of the ophthalmology department at Hôpital de La Providence in Neuchâtel and also consults at Swiss Visio Saint-Imier.

He qualified at the University of Lausanne, completed an ocular genetics research fellowship at the University of Toronto, trained at Hôpital ophtalmique Jules-Gonin and was head of clinic there for medical retina and glaucoma.

Dr. Ferrini treats retinal and macular disease, inflammatory eye disease and glaucoma, and performs ophthalmic surgery.

Languages
English
Gender
Male
Video visits
In person only

Expertise

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • Age-related macular degeneration
  • Diabetic macular edema
  • Uveitis
  • Retina clinical trials

Conditions Treated

  • Wet and dry age-related macular degeneration
  • Diabetic macular edema
  • Diabetic retinopathy
  • Uveitis
  • Retinal vein occlusion
  • Viral retinitis
  • Retinal detachment

Procedures Performed

  • Intravitreal anti-VEGF injections
  • Intravitreal steroid implants
  • Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
  • Retinal imaging and angiography
  • Vitreoretinal surgery
  • Clinical trial therapies

Credentials

  • Board certification2009

    FEBO

    European Board of Ophthalmology

Education & Training

  1. Medical School2002

    University of Lausanne

    Medical degree

  2. Fellowship2003 to 2005

    University of Toronto

    Ocular genetics research

Insurance & Fees

Insurance cover differs by basic (KVG/LAMal) and supplementary plan. Contact the practice to confirm costs and whether a referral is needed before your visit.

Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.

Location

Hôpital de La Providence, Ophthalmology

Neuchâtel, Neuchâtel
Switzerland
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Questions Patients Ask

How do I book an appointment with Dr. Walter Ferrini?

Contact Hôpital de La Providence, Ophthalmology 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. Walter Ferrini?

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. Walter Ferrini specialize in?

Dr. Walter Ferrini practices Medical Retina & Macular Degeneration, Ophthalmology and Vitreoretinal Surgery. Focus areas include Age-related macular degeneration, Diabetic macular edema, Uveitis and Retina clinical trials.

Where does Dr. Walter Ferrini practice?

Dr. Walter Ferrini sees patients at Hôpital de La Providence, Ophthalmology, Neuchâtel, Neuchâtel, Switzerland.

Is Dr. Walter Ferrini accepting new patients?

Dr. Walter Ferrini is seeing existing patients only right now.

What languages does Dr. Walter Ferrini speak?

Dr. Walter Ferrini speaks English.

Where did Dr. Walter Ferrini train?

Dr. Walter Ferrini studied medicine at University of Lausanne.

About This Profile

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Sources

  1. Swiss Medical Network profile
  2. NPI Registry (CMS) lookup

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