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Dr. Stephen Lichtenstein, MD

Dr. Stephen Lichtenstein, MD

Ophthalmology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Lichtenstein, MD is an ophthalmologist in Bala Cynwyd, PA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1974. He is affiliated with Lankenau Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 45 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (45 reviews)

Practice

100 Presidential Blvd Ste 200 Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(484) 434-2700

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lichtenstein specializes in the areas of Ophthalmology & Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lichtenstein's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lichtenstein

4.5

45 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
87%
87%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
9%
9%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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vpost – Feb 24, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Norman Klar in Wynnewood, PA – Jan 31, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
James Dvorchak DDS in Narberth, PA – Aug 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mitchell Kaye in Bala Cynwyd – Apr 05, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sharyn R Moss in Bala Cynwyd, PA – Dec 18, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dayton, OH – Sep 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robert Frankenfield in Broomall, PA – Aug 04, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Havertown, PA – Jun 11, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Janice Coffey in Cherry Hill, NJ – Jan 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dr Gutman in Huntingdon Valley, PA – Nov 12, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Still waiting in Philadelphia pa – Jun 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
John L Farber, MD in Wayne, PA – Mar 06, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I have performed more than 30,000 cataract operations.  I treat you as an individual!  I listen carefully to your visual and lifestyle issues.  I then explain whether or not cataract surgery is appropriate for you at this time within...read more

biography

Dr. Lichtenstein received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia. He completed his residency in ophthalmology at Wills Eye Hospital serving as Chief Resident from 1977-1978. In 1979, he...read more

  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • The Ohio State University Hospitals

    Fellowship Hospital, 1979

  • Wills Eye Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1978

  • Jefferson Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1975

  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 1974

  • Albright College

    Undergraduate School, 1970
American Board of Physician Specialties®
American Board of Physician Specialties
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Ophthalmology†
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Ophthalmic Partners of Pennsylvania PC100 Presidential Blvd Ste 200 Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lankenau Medical Center

    100 E Lancaster Ave
    Wynnewood, PA 19096
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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