Dr. Karen Slate, OD, Allentown, PA | Optometrist

About Dr. Karen Slate

Dr. Slate enjoys primary eye care with a special interest in glaucoma and ocular disease management, including infection, allergy, inflammation, and dry eye. She lectures to both lay and professional groups on a variety of eye health topics, such as diabetic eye disease, ocular injury, and children's vision. Dr. Slate currently resides in Delaware with her family and enjoys hiking, running, paddle-boarding, and kayaking. She earned a Bachelor of Science in General Science with a minor in Biology from Alvernia University. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Visual Science and a Doctor of Optometry degree from Salus University. Dr. Slate is licensed in Pennsylvania for glaucoma and therapeutics. In 2015, she was honored by her peers as Berks County's Young Optometrist of the Year. She is an active member of the Delaware Optometric Association.

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Popular visit reasons

Contact Lenses

Eye Infection

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

Eyelid Lesions

General Eye Consultation

Glaucoma Consultation

Routine Eye Exam

Contact Lenses

Eye Infection

Eye Inflammation

Eyeglasses

Office location

Premier Optical

1600 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18104

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Education and background

Practice names

Premier Optical

Education and training

Salus University, Doctor of Optometry
Salus University (Bachelor's)
Alvernia University (Bachelor's)

Awards and publications

Dr. Slate was recognized by her peers by being awarded the Berks County's Young Optometrist of the Year.

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1154552453

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What practice does Dr. Karen Slate work with?

Dr. Karen Slate works with Premier Optical.

Where is Dr. Karen Slate's office located?

Dr. Karen Slate's office is located at 1600 N Cedar Crest Blvd, Allentown, PA 18104.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Karen Slate?

Dr. Karen Slate frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Karen Slate on their profile.