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Maria Barbe, MD
Board-Certified Ophthalmologist & Pediatric Eye Doctor in Berks, Schuylkill, and Northumberland County, Pennsylvania
Dr. Maria Barbe is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in pediatric ophthalmology, children’s eye exams, and adult strabismus, providing expert, compassionate eye care to patients across Pottsville, Wyomissing, and Shamokin, Pennsylvania. She treats both children and adults, offering comprehensive ophthalmology services with a specialized focus on pediatric eye conditions and complex ocular alignment disorders.
With advanced training in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus, Dr. Barb delivers highly specialized care for conditions affecting visual development, eye coordination, and long-term eye health. Her clinical expertise includes comprehensive eye exams, evaluation, and management of double vision, early detection of strabismus, amblyopia, and refractory errors, as well as the medical and surgical management of ocular diseases in children and adults. She performs surgeries for strabismus, nasolacrimal duct obstructions, anterior orbital lesions, and temporal artery biopsies.
Dr. Barbe completed a fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus at the University of Iowa, further strengthening her ability to diagnose and treat complex vision issues in both children and adults. She is committed to delivering personalized, patient-centered care to help individuals achieve optimal vision and eye health at every stage of life.
Outside of the office, Dr. Barbe enjoys spending time with her husband and three children. In her free time, she enjoys running, field hockey, and lacrosse.
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Credentials: More About Maria Barbe, MD
Education & Experience
Education
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute – Bachelor of Science in Biology, Magna Cum Laude, Accelerated BS/MD Program
- Albany Medical College – Doctor of Medicine
Residency
- Albany Medical Center – Lyons Eye Institute – Ophthalmology, Chief Resident
Internships
- Medical Center Hospital of Vermont
Fellowship
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus
Years of Experience
- Joined SightMD team in 2021
Professional Background
Professional Medical Background / Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
- North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society
- Pennsylvania Medical Society
- Associate Examiner, American Board of Ophthalmology
Honors & Awards:
- 2026 Readers’ Choice Winner in Schuylkill County — pediatric eye care
- 2026 Best Medical Professional in Berks County — outstanding vision care
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