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Dr. Richard Hertle, MD

Ophthalmology Age 65
Dr. Richard Hertle, MD
4.7 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Hertle, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Akron, OH.
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Dr. Richard Hertle, MD

Ophthalmology Age 65
Akron, OH
Accepting new patients
39 years of experience
Dr. Richard Hertle, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Akron, OH.

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Dr. Richard Hertle, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Akron, OH and has 39 years experience. They graduated from NE Ohio U, College of Medicine in 1984 and completed a residency at Boston Medical Center.They currently practice at Akron Children's Vision Center and are affiliated with Akron Children's Hospital. Dr. Hertle has experience treating conditions like Nystagmus among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hertle received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Hertle is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Akron Children's Vision Center
    300 Locust St Ste 490, Akron, OH 44302
  2. 2 Pediatric & Adolescent Urology Inc
    215 W Bowery St, Akron, OH 44308

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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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Biography
  • Dr. Richard Hertle, MD is an ophthalmology specialist in Akron, OH and has over 38 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NE Ohio U, College of Medicine in 1984. He specializes in Ophthalmology.
Biography
Specialties
Ophthalmology
Specialties
Education

Education

Medical Education
  • NE Ohio U, College of Medicine
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

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
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Dr. Richard Hertle, MD is affiliated with Akron Children's Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Hertle, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Akron Children's Hospital

    1 Perkins Sq, Akron, OH