Dr. Lauren Hock

OphthalmologyGlaucoma Specialist
Philadelphia, PA

About Me

Dr. Lauren E. Hock is a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist at Wills Eye Hospital and an assistant professor of ophthalmology at Sidney Kimmel Medical College. She provides comprehensive, patient-centered care for the full spectrum of glaucoma, from early detection and medical therapy to advanced laser and surgical options. Patients value her clear explanations and thoughtful, team-based approach to protecting vision over the long term.

Dr. Hock completed glaucoma fellowship training at Wills Eye Hospital after ophthalmology residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and medical school at Rush Medical College. Her work has been recognized with honors including the Rick Bay Excellence in Eyecare Education Scholarship and the Hansjoerg E. Kolder Memorial Humanitarian Award. She is committed to education and innovation in glaucoma care for patients across the Philadelphia region.

Training

  • Wills Eye Hospital (Thomas Jefferson University)

    Glaucoma

    2022

    Wills Eye Hospital (Thomas Jefferson University)

    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology

    2021

    University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

    Residency
  • Medical Doctor (MD)

    2017

    Rush Medical College

    Medical School
  • Clemson University

    Undergraduate

    2012

    Clemson University

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Rick Bay Excellence in Eyecare Education Scholarship

    2022

    Wills Eye Hospital

  • Arbisser ‘Top Gun’ Award

    2021

    University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

  • Accelerating Change in Medical Education Innovation Grant

    2020

    American Medical Association

  • Hansjoerg E. Kolder Memorial Humanitarian Award

    2020

    University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society

    2016

    Rush Medical College

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
PA
License Numbers
MD473240

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