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Dr. Alan Twer, MD

Dr. Alan Twer, MD

Ophthalmology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Alan Twer, MD is an ophthalmologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Temple University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

7900 Bustleton Ave Philadelphia, PA 19152
(215) 742-7474

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Twer specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Twer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Twer

3.6
15 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
60%
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4 star
7%
7%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
33%
33%

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recent appointment
Great experience, was very nervous going in, from initial meeting of the office staff to Dr. Twre himself, everyone was wonderful. Dr. Twer's compassion and explanation of things made a very nervous man calm. I appreciate the time he took and not rushing me when I had questions. My insurance provides yearly eye checks and Dr. Twer is now officially my eye Doctor!! I would highly recommend!!
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
Helpful
John K – Dec 30, 2023
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Awesome Practitioner
I've been a patient of Dr. Twer for about 20 years. While he's in practice and I'm still alive, he's my ophthalmologist. Straight shooter, experienced, excellent surgeon, great support staff. What else is there?
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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Apr 12, 2023
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I went here years ago and his equipment was very old, not modern like other eye doctors. He did not even diagnose my matured cataracts at the time while other doctors saw it. Also double charged me with a bill at end of year. If the equipment is bad/old or if the office is empty when you go, those are bad signs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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D L – Oct 21, 2021
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Very caring, never makes you feel rushed, explains things thoroughly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Kay in Elkins Park, PA – Feb 07, 2019
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No way. Too long of a wait for only OK service. The office is so disorganized. The tech had to ask me if I had insurance, this was after I have been there for three appointments/ contact lens fittings. I waited an hour and a half in the waiting room, appropriately titled I guess.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Joseph in Philadelphia Pa – Jun 05, 2018
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If you have time to waste go here. You sit in the office for at least an hour after your scheduled appointment time before you go and sit in the chair. Happened two times I was there, an hour and a half each time. Then you are given a set of contacts to "try" and told you need to leave this room because they have another patient to examine. We will check your vision with the new contacts in 15 minutes, I'm told. Too much time wasted waiting, good bye.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Joe in Phila, PA – Jun 05, 2018
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Absolutely Amazing Doctor and Staff.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ken in Media, PA – Dec 19, 2017
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Dr. Twer was recommended to me by numerous friends. Dr. Twer is highly professional, explains everything thoroughly, never rushes through an appointment. I highly recommend Dr. Twer. IMO he's one of the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
Helpful
M. E. R. in Philadelphia, PA – Sep 19, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Alan Twer, MD is an ophthalmologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Temple University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Abington Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Texas Southwestern Affiliated Hospitals

    Residency Hospital

  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

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

Practice

Twer Eye Care Associates7900 Bustleton Ave Philadelphia, PA 19152
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Practice

Wills Surgery Center of the Northeast8400 Roosevelt Blvd Philadelphia, PA 19152
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Temple University Hospital

    3401 N Broad St
    Philadelphia, PA 19140
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

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

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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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