Sagun J. Pendse, MD, FACS
Subspecialty: Cataract, Primary Eye CareBiography
Dr. Pendse provides comprehensive eye care including the medical management of Glaucoma. He specializes in cataract surgery utilizing the most advanced technology including the newest intraocular lens implants that correct astigmatism (AcrySof Toric), and correct both distance and near vision (Crystalens, ReStor, and Tecnis Multifocal). Dr. Pendse also offers Laser Refractive Surgery and Functional Eyelid Surgery.
He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania. As a graduate of Temple University School of Medicine, he was selected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the prestigious Wills Eye Hospital where he served as Co-Chief Resident during his final year. After his residency, he was in private practice for three years in Wilmington, Delaware and an additional two years in Philadelphia. He is an experienced surgeon who teaches Cataract Surgery to Resident Physicians training at the Wills Eye Institute.
Dr. Pendse is Board Certified and on staff at Aria Health, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and Wills Eye Hospital. He is actively involved in the education of the Ophthalmology Residents at Wills Eye as a member of the Cataract and Primary Eye Care Service. He also covers Trauma Call at the Wills Eye Emergency Room and performs many emergency eye surgeries there.
Credentials
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology
Academic Affiliation
Clinical Instructor, Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Education
- Residency: Wills Eye Hospital – 2004
- Medical School: Temple University – 2001
- Undergraduate: University of Pennsylvania
Language Spoken
English