Harvey Reiser, M.D.


Scranton Ophthalmologist Harvey J. Reiser, M.D.

After a remarkable career in ophthalmology, Dr. Harvey Reiser retired from clinical and surgical practice in December 2025. Click here to read more about Dr. Reiser’s retirement and legacy.

 

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Meet Dr. Reiser

Education
Duke University, Durham, NC, M.D., 1981-85

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI,
B.S., Zoology, 1977-81

Experience

Private Practice of Ophthalmology
Eye Care Specialists; 1989-present

The Commonwealth Medical College, Scranton, PA
Clinical Associate Professor of Surgery, 2009-Present

Residency in Ophthalmology
Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA; 1986-89

Medical Internship
University of Hawaii, Integrated Program, Honolulu, HI; 1985-86

Awards and Honors

Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

Duke University
Fight For Sight Fellowship, 1984
Alpha Omega Alpha, 1983
J.E. Markee Award, 1981

University of Michigan
Summa Cum Laude Graduate, 1981
Phi Beta Kappa, 1980
James B. Angel Scholar, 1979, 80, 81
Class Honors, 1979, 80, 81
Mortar Board
National Dean’s List
Branstrom Award, 1978

Memberships

American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Pennsylvania Academy of Ophthalmology
Pennsylvania Medical Society
Luzerne County Medical Society