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Dr. Donald Newman, MD

Dr. Donald Newman, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Newman, MD is an ophthalmologist in Palmerton, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Louisville in 1984. He is affiliated with St. Luke's Lehighton Campus. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

217 Franklin Ave Palmerton, PA 18071
(610) 826-3858

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Newman specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Newman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Newman

4.0

9 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
22%
22%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Joseph Smith – Mar 20, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Leonard J Benek – Jan 29, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
16 people found this helpful
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Mr. Yutz in Scranton PA. – Nov 29, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Newman received his undergraduate degree with honors from the University of Louisville in Kentucky. Dr. Newman then completed his MD degree at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. After graduating medical school, he then served...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 Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine At Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • University Of Utah School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1986

  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Louisville

    Medical School, 1984

  • University Of Louisville Dept Of Psychiatry

    1978

  • University Of Rochester, Graduate School

    Undergraduate School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Palmerton Pediatrics217 Franklin Ave Palmerton, PA 18071
1
Office40 E Locust St Nesquehoning, PA 18240
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Lehighton Campus

    211 N 12th St
    Lehighton, PA 18235
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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