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Dr. Melissa Kern, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 62
Dr. Melissa Kern, MD
2.2 (36 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. Melissa Kern, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 62
Mc Lean, VA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Melissa Kern, MD works in Mc Lean, VA as an Ophthalmology Specialist and has 36 years experience.

They are board certified in Ophthalmology and graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1988. Dr. Kern has has worked on more claims relating to Strabismus, Lazy Eye and Hordeolum than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Kern has received an average rating of 2.2 from patients and has been reviewed 36 times. They are affiliated with Virginia Hospital Center. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Kern also speaks Spanish. Dr. Kern practices at Practice in Mc Lean, VA and has additional offices in Sterling, VA and Arlington, VA.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Connection (Blue HPN) - VA, NC
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  • KeyCare PPO
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    Blue Card PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Spectrum Retina & Ocular Oncology Pllc
    1420 Beverly Rd Ste 110, Mc Lean, VA 22101
  2. 2 Office
    46161 Westlake Dr Ste 300, Sterling, VA 20165
  3. 3 Office
    46169 Westlake Dr Ste 130, Sterling, VA 20165
  4. 4 Arlington Eye Center
    1635 N George Mason Dr Ste 100, Arlington, VA 22205
    Monday
    07:00 - 15:30
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 15:30
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 15:30
    Thursday
    07:00 - 15:30
    Friday
    07:00 - 15:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kern
2.2
Based on 36 Reviews
5 Stars (9)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (2)
1 Star (23)

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Aug 21, 2023
Dr. Kern is knowledgeable and friendly. My son has needed two surgeries and we have trusted her completely. It is true that there can be a long wait at times, but sometimes this is due to dilation.
— Aug 21, 2023
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

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Medical Education
  • Tulane University of Louisiana
    1988
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  • Ophthalmology
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Melissa Kern, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Kern accepts Anthem, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others.

Dr. Kern frequently sees patients for Strabismus, Lazy Eye and Hordeolum.

Yes, Dr. Kern speaks Spanish. See Dr. Kern's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Kern has a star rating of 2.2/5 and has been reviewed 36 times.

Dr. Kern is board certified in Ophthalmology.

Dr. Kern has been practicing as an Ophthalmology Specialist for 36 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Virginia Hospital Center

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