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Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD
Ophthalmology* Age 50
Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD
4.5 (2 Ratings)

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Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Bala Cynwyd, PA.
Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD
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Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 50
Bala Cynwyd, PA
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Bala Cynwyd, PA.

About

Dr. Niknam graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 2002 and completed a residency at Drexel University College of Medicine. Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Bala Cynwyd, PA and has 24 years experience. Dr. Niknam has experience treating conditions like Glaucoma, Blepharitis, Ocular Hypertension, Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) and Drusen among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Niknam received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Niknam's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Niknam is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Kay & Tabas Ophthalmology
    50 Monument Rd Ste 110, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
  2. 2 Wills Eye Hospital
    840 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
  3. 3 Office
    601 Walnut St Ste 210, Philadelphia, PA 19106

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Nov 30, 2023
My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Niknam for over 10yrs now, and we are very satisfied with Dr. Niknam. Dr. Niknam is patient with you and take time to answer any questions concerning myself and my husband on each visit. She is professional and friendly, and makes you feel comfortable when getting an examine. My husband and I are very satisfied with Dr. Niknam.
Darrell and Deborah Massey — Nov 30, 2023
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Ophthalmology
Optometry
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Niknam's profile.

Dr. Niknam frequently treats the following conditions: Glaucoma, Blepharitis, Ocular Hypertension, Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis) and Drusen. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD is affiliated with Lankenau Medical Center, BRYN Mawr Hospital and Paoli Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Rachel Niknam, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Education
Medical Education
  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College
    2002
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship
  • Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • Scheie Eye Institute
Fellowship Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lankenau Medical Center

    100 E Lancaster Ave, Wynnewood, PA

  • BRYN Mawr Hospital

    130 S Bryn Mawr Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA

  • Paoli Hospital

    255 W Lancaster Ave, Paoli, PA

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