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Dr. Dean Forgey, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 66
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Dr. Dean Forgey, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 66
Lincoln, NE
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience
Dr. Dean Forgey, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Lincoln, NE.

About

Dr. Forgey graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1986 and completed a residency at University For Texas Southwestern Medical Center.Dr. Dean Forgey, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Lincoln, NE and has 38 years experience. Dr. Forgey currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with CHI Health St. Elizabeth, Bryan East Campus and Bryan West Campus. Dr. Forgey has experience treating conditions like Keratitis, Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Eye Infections among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Forgey received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Forgey's office accepts new patients. Dr. Forgey is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Keratitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Eye Infections
Keratitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Eye Infections
Keratitis
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Eye Infections
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Cataract
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Chorioretinal Scars
Conjunctiva Cyst
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Retinopathy
Disorder of Choroid
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Ectropion of Eyelid
Glaucoma
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Herpetic Keratitis
Hypertropia
Hypotropia
Keratoconus
Lazy Eye
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Ocular Hypertension
Pinguecula
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Senile Cataracts
Strabismus
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Astigmatism
Bell's Palsy
Blepharitis
Chalazion
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Corneal Abrasion
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Ulcer
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diplopia
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Dry Eyes
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Esotropia
Eye Disease
Eye Injuries
Eye Trauma
Eyelid Disorders
Eyelid Lesions
Floaters
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Foreign Body in Eye
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Hypotony of Eye
Macular Degeneration
Macular Hole
Macular or Retinal Edema
Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
Progressive High Myopia
Pterygium
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Stye
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Trichiasis
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
B-Scan Ultrasound
Cataract Removal Surgery
Contact Lens Exams
Cornea Transplant
Diabetic Eye Exam
Enucleation of Eye
Eye Examination
Eyelid Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Foreign Body Removal
Glaucoma Treatment
Intraocular Lens Implant Surgery
Laser Trabeculoplasty
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Pterygium Surgery
Punctal Plug Insertion
Retinal Laser Photocoagulation
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening
YAG Iridotomy
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    1520 S 70th St Ste 102, Lincoln, NE 68506
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cornea & External Diseases
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • The Nebraska Medical Center
    1987
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University For Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    1990
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Louisville Hospital
    1991
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Dean Forgey, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Forgey's profile.

Dr. Forgey frequently treats the following conditions: Keratitis, Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Eye Infections. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Dean Forgey, MD is affiliated with CHI Health St. Elizabeth, Bryan East Campus and Bryan West Campus.

Yes, Dr. Dean Forgey, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • CHI Health St. Elizabeth

    555 S 70th St, Lincoln, NE

  • Bryan East Campus

    1600 S 48th St, Lincoln, NE

  • Bryan West Campus

    2300 S 16th St, Lincoln, NE