We are very pleased to announce the merger of Hagerstown Eye Specialists and Ludwick Eye Center! Our mission is to deliver the highest quality eye care resulting in the best quality outcomes to those in our community. Dr. Craig Edmonds will be joining the team of specialists at Ludwick Eye Center in the areas of cataract, glaucoma, dry eye, diabetic retinopathy, and ocular plastics.
Becoming part of Ludwick Eye Center means that Dr. Edmonds is now part of a large health and vision care insurance network for new and existing patients. As of January 1, 2012, Dr. Edmonds will personally continue to care for all patients at 1150 Professional Court, Suite B, Hagerstown, MD 21740. Same provider, same quality care, new location!
Dr. Cory L. Seylar, of Ludwick Eye Center, was one of the first optometrists in the nation to become board certified by the American Board of Optometry (ABO). To attain this honor, Dr. Seylar completed an accredited residency or a series of rigorous post-graduate activities. He then passed a challenging computer based examination on issues spanning the scope of practice of optometry. This achievement earned Dr. Seylar the title of Diplomate, American Board of Optometry.
Dr. Seylar has enrolled in the ABO’s Maintenance of Certification program. The ten-year maintenance of certification process is designed to allow the doctor of optometry to demonstrate that (he/she) is dedicated to keeping current in the field of optometry and delivering quality patient care.
“We extend congratulations to the group of optometrists who have taken the first step in demonstrating their commitment to lifelong learning,” said Paul C. Ajamian, O.D., ABO chairman of the board.
Ludwick Eye Center welcomes Dr. Chad N. Tiede to our practice! Dr. Tiede completed his undergraduate studies at Salisbury University in 2001 and earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University in 2005. He received extensive training in ophthalmic disease management during his externships at Wilmington, DE and Allentown, PA VA Medical Centers and Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC. Upon completion of optometry school, Dr. Tiede served as medical service officer for the United States Army and served a tour in Iraq with the 261’st Multi-Functional Medical Battalion. He is a member of the Maryland Optometric Association, Central Pennsylvania Optometric Society and the American Optometric Association. Dr. Tiede is now accepting patients in the Hagerstown and Chambersburg offices.
David J. Ludwick, M.D. recently completed the requirements for certification by The American Board of Eye Surgery. This certification board recognizes those ophthalmic professionals who achieve standards for the highest quality in surgical eye care. Less than one percent of ophthalmologists in the United States have achieved this level of certification. Dr. Ludwick has been certified in the sub-specialty of Cataract and Implant Surgery.
Dr. Ludwick has been practicing ophthalmology and performing eye surgery in the Chambersburg area since 1997. He is board certified in internal medicine and ophthalmology and is certified by the American College of Surgeons, He also holds membership in The American Academy of Ophthalmology and The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
Ludwick Eye Center Welcomes Dr. Glen W. Elliott
Ludwick Eye Center welcomes Glen W. Elliott, O.D. to our practice! Dr. Elliott received a B.S. Degree in Biology from the University of Pittsburgh in 1992. He received his Doctorate in Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 2001. A veteran of Operation Desert Storm, Dr. Elliott served our country for 10 years in the U.S. Navy. He also has 10 years in optometric patient care experience and specializes in the treatment of dry eye syndrome. He has served as a speaker on Dry Eye Treatments at National Conferences. Dr. Elliott is now accepting patients in the Chambersburg, Hagerstown and Waynesboro locations.
The doctors and staff at Ludwick Eye Center would like to congratulate Dr. Danziger for his successful medical and surgical career in the Washington County area. After 37 years practicing ophthalmology, Dr. Danziger has announced his retirement effective September 30, 2011. It has been our pleasure to have him on the staff of Ludwick Eye Center for the past 3 years. Excited for his retirement, Dr. Danziger is looking forward to spending more time with his family.