Dr. Stephen L Facchina M.D.
Ophthalmologist
825 Fifth Avenue Suite 102 Chambersburg PA, 17201About
Dr. Stephen Facchina is an ophthalmologist practicing in Chambersburg, PA. Dr. Facchina specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Facchina 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. Facchina 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
Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc 2000
Howard University College of Medicine 2000
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Type 2 Diabetes
Dr. Stephen L Facchina M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Stephen L Facchina M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Facchina
Recommended Articles
- What are Cataracts: Get the Facts
Cataract is the blurring of the lens part of the eye that can lead to complications in vision. Aging is the cause of the common form of cataract. It grows slowly and should symptoms develop they should not be ignored as this condition worsens with time. Congenital defects, previous eye surgery,...
- Is Lasik Eye Surgery Dangerous?
Lasik or laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis employs a laser beam to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. These are refractive errors that result from distortions in the curvature of the cornea of the eye. Lasik selectively peels away layers of stromal cells that constitute the...
- Are Colored Contact Lenses Safe?
Contact lenses are popular for its two most important characteristics: flexibility and convenience. Based on their usage, contact lenses are categorized into two types: vision correcting lenses, and decorative lenses. Decorative lenses are used to improve the look of the eyes. Generally, these...
- What are the Risks to Lasik Eye Surgery?
Lasik eye surgery is a surgical procedure which corrects deteriorating vision by reshaping the surface of the eye, more precisely the corneal layer in such a manner that light enters the eye at the angle appropriate for correct vision. Nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia) and...
- Eye Infections: Bacterial, Viral, and Fungal
Eye infections occur when various harmful microorganisms invade the eyes. They can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi. When suspecting an eye infection, you should go and get a detailed eye examination from an eye doctor. Trying to self-diagnose and even self-treat eye problems and eye...
- Can I Have Cataract Surgery on Both Eyes at the Same Time?
When your doctor determines that both eyes have a cataract, the eye having a denser cataract will be operated on first. After a couple of days or weeks, the second eye can then be operated on.This approach gives the first eye time to recover and the vision to stabilize as you wait for another...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Shawn M Weigel D.O.825 5TH AVE CHAMBERSBURG PA 17201
- Dr. James C. Kiskaddon M.D.144 S 8th St Chambersburg PA 17201
- Dr. Sandeep Kumar Kakaria M.D.482 E Washington St Chambersburg PA 17201
- Dr. David John Ludwick M.D.825 5th Ave Chambersburg PA 17201
- Dr. Patrick Gerard Brannac M.D.482 E Washington St Chambersburg PA 17201
- Dr. Michael L Szmodis M.D.482 E Washington St Chambersburg PA 17201