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Dr. Jennifer Kathryn Hartel

Ophthalmology – Cornea Specialist

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Dr. Jennifer Hartel

Ophthalmology – Cornea Specialist

Columbia, SC

Areas of Expertise

Corneal Transplantation
Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK/DSAEK)
Cataract Surgery
Dry Eye Disease
Corneal Dystrophies
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)

About Me

Jennifer Hartel, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist with advanced fellowship training in cornea and refractive surgery. She provides comprehensive eye care with a focus on conditions that affect the cornea and ocular surface, and she offers modern cataract surgery tailored to each patient’s goals. Dr. Hartel completed medical school at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, followed by an ophthalmology residency at LAC+USC, where she also served in a chief role at Kaiser Los Angeles. She then pursued a cornea and refractive surgery fellowship at the University of South Carolina. In practice, Dr. Hartel enjoys partnering with patients to explain diagnoses in clear terms, outline options, and design practical treatment plans that fit their daily lives. She is experienced in endothelial keratoplasty techniques and other corneal transplant procedures, as well as the medical management of complex ocular surface disease. Her goal is simple: help patients see comfortably and confidently at every stage of life.

Training

  • Cornea and Refractive Surgery
    University of South Carolina
    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology
    LAC+USC Medical Center
    Residency
  • MD
    Keck School of Medicine of USC
    Medical School

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    OH
  • License Numbers:
    35138854

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