Dr. Richard Tipperman

4.8 ( 23 reviews )

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Ratings for Dr. Richard Tipperman

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Dr Tipperman is the best! 5 star all the way! I only wish that he could also be my primary care doctor. He also has a wonderful caring staff. I highly recommend this doctor!

Submitted Dec. 27, 2021

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Dr Tipperman performed cataract surgery on both eyes with excellent results.
His knowledge is exceptional and his surgical skills resulted in perfect vision.

Submitted Oct. 8, 2019

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I was referred to Dr. Tipperman because i was told, "He is the best!" His knowledge, patience and laser procedure resulted in making me SEE AGAIN WITHOUT THE GLARE! We only have one set of eyes, so they deserve treatment by the best eye surgeon. His name is DR. RICHARD TIPPERMAN! Thank you ever so much; it was like a miracle!!!

Submitted July 22, 2019

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I was highly nearsighted, and developed cataracts several years ago. My ophthalmologist of 35 years said Dr. Tipperman was her first choice for cataract surgery for me. Dr. Tipperman performed the surgery in Dec. 2018. Everything worked out great (I now have 20-20 vision!), and my ophthalmologist is very happy with the results. Dr. Tipperman has a great bedside manner -- he is very approachable and took the time to answer all my questions. In addition his staff is extraordinarily knowledgable and friendly, and available in the days before and after the surgery if I had any follow-up questions. I feel very lucky to have had Dr. Tipperman as my surgeon...one of the advantages of living in the Philadelphia area is that you have access to the best possible doctors, and he is definitely one of them!

Submitted Jan. 23, 2019

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In December I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Tipperman for a cateract evaluation. He took the time to answer my questions and fully explain all the details involved with cateract surgery. I had the surgery in both eyes (two different days) at the end of the month and could not be happier. Dr. Tipperman was professional yet reassuring and caring. High recommendations for anyone considering this surgery.

Submitted Feb. 5, 2018

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Had a cateract removed and an iol replacement done from another Dr. Was put in not centered. Went to Dr. Tipperman and he just brushed me off. Told me to just live with it.

Submitted Jan. 5, 2018

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Dr. Tipperman was not only a great Dr but he personally takes the time to make you feel very comfortable and answers all your questions. I would recommend him to all my family members, and I don't think when it comes to eye care there could be a higher recommendation.

Chris Zaro

Submitted Nov. 9, 2017

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Wow!!! I was skeptical that my high myopia could ever be corrected. Thank goodness for cataracts, and the skilled hands of Dr. Tipperman. He, and his entire staff, made the 2 surgeries so comfortable, and the results are astounding. This morning, I saw the stars in the dark sky, a first without glasses and contact lenses. Thank you, Richard Tipperman!!!!!

Submitted Oct. 19, 2017

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At initial visits and pre op visit I told dr. Tipperman exactly what I wanted as a result of cataract surgery. Post op it was obvious immediately that Dr. Tipperman had put in the wrong lens. It was not only not a lens for reading but he had not used a lens to correct the astigmatism. I would not recommend him considering the outcome of my experience.

Submitted Oct. 6, 2017

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Dr. Tipperman is outstanding. I only wish I had this procedure (lasix and cataract) earlier in life so I could enjoy my better than 20/20 vision earlier in life. The office staff was amazing and the appointments were on time. The procedure was painless and the results were excellent.

Submitted Aug. 20, 2017

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Dr. Richard Tipperman's Credentials

Accepting New Patients

Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients

Biography

Richard Tipperman, MD is a graduate of the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, New York. He completed a residency at Wills Eye Hospital and served as Chief Resident in 1991. Since completing his residency, he has maintained an active practice at Wills Eye Hospital as well as at multiple area hospitals. Dr. Tipperman was certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology in 1992. He is a member of several local and national professional societies. His practice specializes in refractive surgery, cataract surgery, and management of complications of cataract surgery. He has authored numerous publications and has been awarded the prestigious “Best Paper of Session” award twice at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery annual meeting. The first was for the study of clear corneal wound healing and the second for the first paper presented on intravitreal kenalog injections at the time of cataract surgery. He has performed live surgery at the AICCER OSN Congress in Rome, Italy. Dr. Tipperman was one of only 14 ophthalmic surgeons selected to participate in and perform the surgery for the FDA core study of Alcon multifocal intraocular lens implant. This lens received FDA approval in the spring of 2005 and was released as the AcrySof® ReStor intraocular lens. Dr. Tipperman lectures frequently locally, nationally, and internationally on topics involving complex and advanced technology cataract surgery. He has been listed as one of the Top Doctors in both Philadelphia Magazine and Main Line Today, and also listed as one of the ”34 Best Ophthalmologists in America” by Becker’s ASC Review. He was also featured in the March/April 2011 Issue of Premier Surgeon.

Languages

  • English

Education

  • University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry (Grad. 1984)

Areas of Expertise

  • Cataract surgery
  • Cataracts

Insurance accepted by this Doctor

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Aetna
Cigna
Connecticut General
Connection Dental Network
Consumer Health Network
Evolutions Healthcare Systems
GHI
Great West
Humana
  • Humana Medicare
Intergroup
MultiPlan
TRICARE
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