Dr. Christina Mcgowan

OphthalmologyCornea Specialist
Philadelphia, PA
(877) 289-4557
Accepts Medicare

Location

840 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Areas of Expertise

Primary Eye Care
Corneal Diseases
Comprehensive Eye Examinations
Vision Care
Eye Disease Management
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About Me

Christina McGowan, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist who serves as Co-Director and Medical Director of the Cataract and Primary Eye Care Service at Wills Eye Hospital. In this leadership role, she oversees the delivery of high-quality care for cataracts and general eye health. She is also an Assistant Professor at Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University, where she actively participates in resident education, helping to train future ophthalmologists.

Dr. McGowan completed her medical degree at Sidney Kimmel Medical College and furthered her training with a residency in ophthalmology and a fellowship in cornea at the University of Florida. This extensive education enables her to provide comprehensive eye care, specializing in cataract surgery, primary eye care, and corneal conditions. Her expertise is recognized through awards such as the Castle Connolly "Top Doctor" designation and inclusion in Philadelphia magazine's "Top Doctors" list.

Training

  • University of Florida

    Cornea

    2013

    University of Florida

    Fellowship
  • University of Florida

    Ophthalmology

    2012

    University of Florida

    Residency
  • Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical Doctor

    2008

    Thomas Jefferson University

    Medical School

Awards & Honors

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor

    2026

    Castle Connolly

  • Top Doctors

    2025

    Philadelphia magazine

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
PA
License Numbers
MD448264