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Dr. Peter Calder, MD

Dr. Peter Calder, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Calder, MD is an ophthalmologist in Reading, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Reading Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 5 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

1802 Papermill Rd Reading, PA 19610
(610) 372-0712

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Calder specializes in the area of 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
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Calder's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Calder

5.0
14 ratings, 13 with a written review
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Cataract Surgery
I am a 67 year old artist and have recently had cataract procedures on both eyes at the Berks Eye Physicians and Surgeons practice. I am overwhelmingly pleased with the results. The clarity of my vision is amazing. Dr. Peter Calder spent time with me before the surgery answering my questions and exceeded all expectations with numerous post-surgery follow-ups. The entire staff were professional, accessible, and a delight to work with.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 04, 2024
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Cataract Surgery
Dr. Calder is an extremely upbeat, competent, and caring physician/surgeon. He explained everything well and managed to keep me at ease through the procedures. I had my first eye done on 1/18/24 and the second eye done on 2/1/24. Amazingly, today I can read without glasses. I haven't been able to do that in years. My healing process is no where near finished so I can only imagine how much better things are going to get. Thank you, Dr. Calder! You are the best physician/surgeon that I've ever dealt with. A true pleasure to have met you.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Sherri Heckman – Feb 04, 2024
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highly skilled professional that consistently provides high quality care. excellent communication and fantastic follow up care after surgery .i highly recommend this physician without any reservations. Bryan Lett
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
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Bryan Lett – Sep 15, 2023
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Everything went very well
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ann – Jan 05, 2022
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Cataract surgery on Thursday, follow up call Thursday PM by his staff. Sunday evening follow up call by Dr Peter Calder. Nuff said. Seeing like an eagle.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Tony M – Oct 11, 2021
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None better. So kind, considerate, compassionate, knowledgeable, and the list goes on. Would highly recommend this doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lorraine – Nov 09, 2019
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He was excellent! Very caring and attentive!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Wyomissing – May 17, 2018
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Dr. Calder is a highly competent doctor of ophthalmology, who shows great care toward ensuring his patients health care. He takes the time to explain procedures and outcomes well in advance of testing and performing procedures. Dr. Calder is also very helpful in answering all of my questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Bob K – Dec 21, 2017
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Dr. Calder is very pleasant and thorough. He takes the time to explain any issue I have. I highly recommend Dr. Calder to anyone in need of an Ophthalmologist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Brenda Kripplebauer – Dec 21, 2017
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I have been seeing Dr. Calder for many years. He always provides a very thorough examination and makes sure all tests are completed to determine that my eyes are truly healthy. He has also performed cataract surgery on both of my eyes. I would definitely recommend him to everybody.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Bonnie Shaw in Boyertown, PA – Dec 21, 2017
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Dr. Calder is a very nice doctor and he's very gentle with you.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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F. Youse in Wyomissing, PA – Dec 21, 2017
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I had cataract surgery on November 30, 2017. The entire process was great...no issues....the entire staff, at the office and at the surgery center, were very kind, friendly and professional. Dr. Calder is the absolute BEST!!!!! He has called me two times since the surgery (the 2nd time being a Sunday) to check on me ...any issues with the eye and so forth.. I highly recommend Dr. Peter Calder ...a true professional...very caring and just a GREAT GUY!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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David Seidel in Reading, PA – Dec 04, 2017
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Dr Calder is very friendly and thorough. I would recommend him to anyone, especially if you are nervous about surgery!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Virginia H in Reading, PA – Nov 30, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Peter Calder, MD is an ophthalmologist in Reading, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Reading Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • University Rochester

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Naval Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Berks Eye Physicians & Surgeons LTD.1802 Papermill Rd Reading, PA 19610
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Practice

Berkshire Eye Surgery Center2220 Ridgewood Rd Reading, PA 19610
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Reading Hospital

    420 S 5th Ave
    Reading, PA 19611
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

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

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

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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

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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