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Dr. Kenneth C Heist D.O.
Ophthalmologist
2301 S 13th St Philadelphia PA, 19148About
Dr. Kenneth Heist is an ophthalmologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Heist specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Heist can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Heist can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa 1987
Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine 1987
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Uveitis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Presbyopia
- Blepharitis
- Nearsightedness
- Conjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Syndrome
Dr. Kenneth C Heist D.O.'s Practice location
Practice At 2301 S 13th St
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Nearest Hospitals
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