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Dr. Richard Hertle, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 66
Dr. Richard Hertle, MD
4.7 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Hertle, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 66
Akron, OH
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Richard Hertle, MD works in Akron, OH as an Ophthalmology Specialist and has 40 years experience.

They are board certified in Ophthalmology and graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 1984. Dr. Hertle completed a residency at Boston Medical Center. Dr. Hertle has has worked on more claims relating to Nystagmus than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Hertle has received an average rating of 4.7 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. They are affiliated with Akron Children's Hospital. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Hertle practices at Practice in Akron, OH and has additional offices in Brecksville, OH.

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  • Choice Plus POS II
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Locations

  1. 1 Akron Children's Hospital Path
    1 Perkins Sq, Akron, OH 44308
  2. 2 Brecksville Surgery Center
    7001 S Edgerton Rd Ste A, Brecksville, OH 44141
  3. 3 Akron Children's Hospital Addiction Services Program
    215 W Bowery St, Akron, OH 44308
  4. 4 Office
    300 Locust St Ste 490, Akron, OH 44302

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May 11, 2022
Dr. Hertle is 100% the best specialist my daughter has had since her diagnosis at age 5, she is now 21. He has taken wonderful care of her eyes for 11 years. There are no words to express my gratitude. He truly cares and goes way above and beyond!
Rebecca True — May 11, 2022
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Northeast Ohio Medical University
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • St Lukes
    1985
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Boston Medical Center
    1989
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia
    1991
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Richard Hertle, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Hertle accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Hertle accepts here.

Dr. Hertle frequently sees patients for Nystagmus.

Dr. Hertle has a star rating of 4.7/5 and has been reviewed 12 times.

Dr. Hertle is board certified in Ophthalmology.

Dr. Hertle has been practicing as an Ophthalmology Specialist for 40 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Akron Children's Hospital

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