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Edward Kuwera

Edward Kuwera, MD

Pediatric Ophthalmology

Accepting New Patients

32 Insurances Accepted

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About

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Background

Leadership Title

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Honors

Memberships

Additional Training

Locations

  1. The Johns Hopkins Hospital
    • 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
    • The Johns Hopkins Hospital
      • 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
      • Bel Air Surgery Center
        • 620 Boulton Street, Bel Air, MD 21014

        Expertise

        Education

        Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

        Residency, Ophthalmology, 2017

        Ross University School of Medicine

        Medical Education, MD, 2013

        Board Certifications

        Ophthalmology

        American Board of Ophthalmology, 2019

        Insurance

        Johns Hopkins providers participate in many commercial health insurance plans. To confirm coverage of your specific physician or provider, please contact your insurer directly. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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        • Aetna
        • Amerigroup District of Columbia
        • AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia
        • Beech Street
        • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
        • CareFirst
        • Cigna
        • Evernorth Behavioral Health
        • First Health
        • Geisinger Health Plan
        • HealthSmart/Accel
        • Humana
        • JAI Medical Systems
        • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
        • Kaiser Permanente
        • KeyCare
        • Maryland Physicians Care
        • Medicaid Maryland
        • Medicare DC
        • Medicare Maryland
        • MedStar Family Choice District of Columbia
        • MultiPlan
        • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
        • Point Comfort Underwriters
        • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
        • Provider Partners Advantage HMO SNP Medicare Advantage
        • South Central Preferred (SCP)
        • Superior Vision
        • TRICARE (Humana Military East)
        • UnitedHealthcare
        • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
        • Wellpoint (Amerigroup MD)

        Reviews

        5 of 5 stars

        191 Ratings, 66 Reviews

        The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

        Overall Rating by Patient
        Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 5 out of 5 stars
        Provider Listened Carefully
        Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 5 out of 5 stars
        Provider Explained Things Clearly
        Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 5 out of 5 stars
        Provider Knew Medical History
        Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
        Provider Showed Respect
        Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
        Provider Spent Enough Time
        Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 5 out of 5 stars
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          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/21/2024

          Dr. Kuwera and team were amazing as usual. Prompt, efficient, and knowledgeable about our son's condition.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/20/2024

          Dr. Edward Kuwera is one of the best doctors I have met with and been treated by. He is incredibly patient, kind, and thoughtful. He respects my time and allows me to ask any questions I want about my eye care. He breaks down difficult medical terms to a way that makes sense to me. He ensures that I feel listened to and that I am in a clean and safe environment.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/11/2024

          Outgoing personality and very good with kids

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/11/2024

          Dr. Kuwera is always really nice and my son just loves his appts with him

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/10/2024

          Dr. Kuwera has to be one of the best providers I have seen in quite some time. My [age] year old daughter is a patient of his. He is so kind, caring, and thoughtful. He is extremely thorough and answers every question with ease. I could not be more pleased with how my daughter is being cared for. You can definitely tell Dr Kuwera loves what he does!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 3/6/2024

          Dr.Kuwera is an amazing Dr.and human being!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/26/2024

          Both the physician and his assistant had a lovely bedside manner and able to effectively communicate their knowledge.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/25/2024

          Dr Kuwera is so easy to talk to. He listens to what I have to say. Wonderful Dr, my GreatGranddaughter is now a patient of Dr Kuwera and she is [age] years old.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/25/2024

          Very attentive, and helpful.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/19/2024

          Dr. Kuwera is an amazing doctor. I was so moved by him.... Outstanding interpersonal skills, precision in answering Qs, and genuine care. He is hands down the best doctor the [age] yr old patient or his [age] year old parent has encountered.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/18/2024

          Dr. Kuwera is one of the nicest Doctors I see. He's calm, caring and very concerned. I would recommend him to everyone.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/14/2024

          Dr Kuwera is cared about his patients

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/14/2024

          Dr. Kuwera is the kindest physician I have had the opportunity to interact with in many years. This was my first visit meeting him face-to-face. Took time to explain what he was doing and my health issue.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/14/2024

          I had Dr kuwera and he is the best. His nurse was also great. I do let my family and friends rknow about him as I believe they'd benefit from having him

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/5/2024

          World class - the best.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/1/2024

          Excelent and very professional

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/1/2024

          Smart, knowledgeable and overall helpful man. He went above and beyond.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/31/2024

          The Dr. Is very knowledgeable and professional.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/31/2024

          Very personal, professional, kind and courteous

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/28/2024

          Dr. Kuwera is very professional and so polite and friendly. He definitely cares about his patients and I know that I'm I good hands. He is my eye doctor for life..

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/28/2024

          We are so thankful for Dr Kuwera. He is thorough, patient and diligent. He always treats us with respect and we value his opinion and expertise.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/7/2024

          Great experience

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/7/2024

          Dr Kuwera is such an excellent doctor. He is clearly passionate about working with children and is very thoughtful. I thought he had a balanced approach to the management of my sons condition

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/3/2024

          One of the best providers I have ever experienced.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/21/2023

          This provider was the most pleasant and respectful we have encountered to date. He was very thorough in the exam and in making sure we understood what he could do for us.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/20/2023

          Dr Kuwera is very thorough and explains my options for my care every time I see him. I trust his advice and that trust has paid off-my sight is so much improved.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/11/2023

          He was extremely patient and kind to my baby

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/10/2023

          Their good at their job give them a raise

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/6/2023

          Excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/6/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is one of the absolute very best health care providers I have ever received treatment from. At my age, I've experienced many appointments many doctors. He is the ABSOLUTE BEST in communicating with his patients, explaining conditions and treatment and listening INTENTLY to patient concerns. I have never felt that Dr. K is rushing through the appointment or giving route answers. I feel like Dr. K is as concerned for my health and welfare as he would a member of his own family. I feel so very fortunate to have been referred to him.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/3/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is excellent, and assistant Janna is also very good.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/30/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is the best doctor we've ever had! He is knowledgeable and Coral loves coming to see him. He does a great job explaining and answering questions.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/9/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is the best! He's fantastic with my kids (4 and 2), as is all of his fellows, and he explains things so well in terms we understand. Truly the best!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/6/2023

          Dr. Kuwera has unmatched bedside manner, appeasing both patients and parents. He's kind, caring, uses appropriate language and terminology with patients and parents. Dr. Kuwera is truly one-of-a-kind and JHH is lucky to have him.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/6/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is the best doctor. He is extremely knowledgeable, kind, patient and very concerned about your well-being and understanding your health issue. He has the best bedside manner of any doctor I have been to in my 65 years.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/5/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is great with my son who has special needs. The doctor is quick and efficient.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/5/2023

          Dr Kuwera is a wonderful provider. He is patient, thorough, and my daughter loves seeing him for her annual eye exam and follow up.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/5/2023

          He is very professional and very kind!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/1/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is an excellent communicator. He explained my vision problem in a way I could understand, and he took the time to answer all of my questions. He was thoughtful about possible next steps in my care. I'm so thankful for the opportunity to have seen him.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/1/2023

          Excellent!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/30/2023

          He always make my child comfy with his appointments

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/30/2023

          Very thorough and attentive

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/29/2023

          We have been to several providers for our daughters eye condition and have felt unheard until we came here. We finally have hope again and feel like our daughter matters again

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/29/2023

          He is amazing and takes the time to really listen to any concerns

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/29/2023

          Dr. KUWERA is excellent as a person and Doctor. He is very kind and patient with kids. I started recommending about him straight after the visit. I wish other doctors are like him too!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/18/2023

          Excellent

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/16/2023

          Dr Kuwera is always wonderful to see.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/24/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is one of the best providers I have ever encountered. He listens, spends plenty of time to thoroughly assess the problem and discuss treatments. He answers my questions promptly when I contact him via email or text. He treats me like a partner in my health care, not a stupid patient.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/24/2023

          He was VERY knowledgeable, kind & caring, explained in detail my options for managing my double vision and step by step procedure for surgery. I was never rushed & had all my questions answered.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/21/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is a caring and wonderful doctor. It was obvious that he had been thinking about my eyesight condition since I saw him last year because he suggested a change to my reading glasses' prescription and demonstrated it to me. I am having the prescription filled and having one lens changed.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/20/2023

          I was pleased with my visit

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/18/2023

          Dr. Kuwe is the best provider we have ever had. He cares about his patients and he really does listen.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/17/2023

          I am very pleased with Dr. Kuwera and the Bel Air office. He makes special accomodations to see me in the Bel Air office because getting downtown is not easy for me. I can't drive in the city and have difficulty getting to the Wilmer office because of the distance to the offices from the front door. I have mobility and breathing issues.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/17/2023

          Kind and respectful doctor- appears to love what he does and is very good at it

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/11/2023

          He's the best

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/6/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is very friendly and always caring about my eye issues. He always gives me his cell phone number and e-mail address so that I can communicate with him if needed.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/6/2023

          He has been the best and informative, and given different options I have had in a long time.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/28/2023

          He is a very good provider. Listen carefully and tell you to reach out if you have any issues. I appreciated him for his attention and the care he provided

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/28/2023

          Very polite and attentive to son's limitations

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/24/2023

          We highly recommend Dr Kuwera- he's the best!!

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/21/2023

          Dr Kumera received my son with his colleagues at the door and he felt so so comfortable, I will definitely recommend anyone to go to this Dr, he is so friendly, respectful and joyful too. He treated my son like his. I am glad that I chose him as my son's dr.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/20/2023

          Dr. Kuwera is awesome. He is kind and concerned and makes my daughter very much at ease during her visits.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/4/2023

          Not only is Dr Kuwera a skilled surgeon, he is such a kind and caring person. I can't think of a better doctor.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/4/2023

          I am a 64 year old woman. Retired professional. And I've seen many health care providers in my time. I can honestly say Dr. Kuwera is among the best, if not THE best, health care provider I have ever encountered. Obviously Knowledgeable, an excellent communicator re my condition and treatment options all delivered with exceptional interpersonal skills. I was the last patient of the day, but Dr.K in no way made me feel rushed or hurried through my appointment. Just the opposite. He listened carefully to my concerns and history and throughout my appointment engaged MY thoughts, comments and questions.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/1/2023

          He was outstanding. He took his time with my foster daughter. He made sure she felt comfortable the whole time.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/1/2023

          Most amazing doctor we have seen! He explained things clearly and was careful with our 9 month old. He kept him engaged and comfortable!