Dr. John J. Papale M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1515 Allen Street Springfield Massachusetts, 01118About
Dr. John Papale is an ophthalmologist practicing in Springfield, Massachusetts. Dr. Papale specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Papale 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. Papale 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
University of Connecticut
Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct 1979
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology- Ophthalmology
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Public Speaking -
- Chief of Ophthalmology, Baystate Medical Center -
Awards
- National Research Service Award
Professional Society Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Medical Association, Massachusetts Medical Society, New England Ophthalmological Society, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery-Hamden District (Past Presdient)
Articles and Publications
- Has been Published
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard Work, Constantly Learning, Listening to Patients Needs
Hobbies / Sports
- Bicycling
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