Scott Hartzell, MD

Meet Scott Hartzell, MD

Board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 1997, Dr. Hartzell is the medical director of clinical research at The Eye Center of Central PA. In this capacity, he has participated in clinical trials on ocular pharmaceuticals and device technology for nearly a decade. In addition to his role as clinical research medical director, Dr. Hartzell is a staff ophthalmologist at The Surgery Center of Central PA, Lock Haven Hospital, Jersey Shore Hospital, and the Evangelical Community Hospital. He received his medical degree from the Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadelphia before completing his ophthalmology residency at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA. Dr. Hartzell is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the research honors society Sigma Xi, and the Pennsylvania Academy of Ophthalmology. He is also a regular speaker at numerous recognized national ophthalmology meetings.

Reviews

"Excellent surgeon"

P.

Healthgrades

"Dr Hartzell and the rest of his staff have been extremely nice and informative. I wish I would’ve gone to the eye center sooner instead of going to Geisinger and judging from the conversations in the waiting room, I’m not the only one that feels this way!"

A.S.

Google

"Always receive prompt and excellent service. Office staff are friendly and caring. Dr Hartzell is professional, knowledgeable and he takes time to explain conditions and procedures. I rate "A" plus overall for the Eye Center."

M.P.

Office Visit

"I just can't express how nice it is to go to an office where everybody is friendly. Everybody smiles. Everybody understands and explains things in a way I can understand. It's just a joy to go there. Everybody smiles. Everybody greets you. Everybody makes you laugh. I love how the office is always happy, smiling, and having fun. The girls down there at the surgery center, they treat you like a person. They explain thing really well. The continually ask which eye, and your date of birth, and I don't care if I have to give it 500 times, it keeps me safe! Everyone is so great! They're always checking on you, asking if you need anything, and if you're okay. And my vision, I couldn't be happier! I can see 500% better! It's a win-win!"

M.K.

Office Visit

"I just had my second eye cataract removed today. I wanted to let people know about my experience. the Surgery Center experience was A+ from check in to discharge both times. The staff was up beat, cheerful and worked as a well oiled team. It ran like clockwork. At no time did I feel stressed or neglected. My outcomes were as I had hoped. Great experience! Kudos to Dr Hartzell and his entire staff. Rick B"