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Dr. Scott Hartzell, MD

Dr. Scott Hartzell, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Scott Hartzell, MD is an ophthalmologist in Lewisburg, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hartzell has extensive experience in Eye Conditions. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Evangelical Community Hospital and Geisinger Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 67 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (67 reviews)

Practice

137 Jpm Rd Lewisburg, PA 17837
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hartzell specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Hartzell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hartzell

4.6

67 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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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
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Veronica Hill – Oct 25, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Tom G – Mar 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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SP – Jul 02, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 14, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Yvonne Miller in Loganton, PA – May 31, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 17, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 20, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Apr 25, 2017
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Berwick, PA – Apr 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sandy in Muncy, PA – Apr 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
LIsa Walker in Mill Hall, Pa – Feb 15, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
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Chris Totton in Middleburg, PA – Oct 18, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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patricia in Danville, PA – Apr 18, 2016
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The Eye Center of Central PA is your LASIK and Laser Cataract Experts. With 14 convenient locations, we are committed to bringing advanced technology and exceptional eye care to Central PA.
  • 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.

  • Geisinger Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1992
  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991
  • Swarthmore College

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

Practice

Bernstein Hilliker Hartzell Optical Shop137 Jpm Rd Lewisburg, PA 17837
1

Practice

Eye Center Anesthesia66 Enterprise Blvd Allenwood, PA 17810
2

Practice

Bernstein Hilliker Hartzell Eye Center4 Eye Center Dr Muncy, PA 17756
3

Practice

Riverview Orthotics Prosthetics Inc.435 River Ave Williamsport, PA 17701
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Evangelical Community Hospital

    1 Hospital Dr
    Lewisburg, PA 17837
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UPMC Muncy

    215 E Water St
    Muncy, PA 17756

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Geisinger Medical Center

    100 N Academy Ave
    Danville, PA 17822
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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