Dr. Heimer is a board-certified cataract surgeon. He is a life-long resident of State College, as well as a graduate of both Penn State and Hershey Medical School. He completed an internship at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh and an ophthalmology residency at University of Rochester, New York.
He has been serving the Centre region as an ophthalmologist and ophthalmic surgeon for more than 30 years, and he provides eye examinations, eye disease treatment and cataract surgery. He specializes in cataracts and uses the most advanced techniques to remove cataracts and implant advanced technology replacement lens.
Dr. Heimer works with your primary care physicians and optometrists in order to provide you with the best quality eye care.
Dr. Heimer is ranked in the 2021 “America’s Best Ophthalmologists” list (curated by Newsweek), which features the top 150 ophthalmologists in the United States. Approximately 10,000 medical experts participated in an online survey to make their state nominations. He was selected, with high recommendations, due to his excellent continuity and quality of care.
Professional Organizations and Societies
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Pennsylvania Academy of Ophthalmology
- Pennsylvania Medical Society