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Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D.

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Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease)
Loma Linda University School of Medicine (2003)
Professional interests include: glaucoma, eye trauma, eye exam, and more.
21 Park Place
Town Of Grand Chute, WI 54914

Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D. is an ophthalmologist in Town Of Grand Chute, WI specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease). She graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2003 and has 21 years of experience. Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D. is affiliated with Altru Health System and VALLEY EYE ASSOCIATES.

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Office Locations

Address:

21 Park Place
Town Of Grand Chute, WI 54914

Address:

719 Doctors Court
Oshkosh, WI 54901

Some issues Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D. can help you with:

LASIK

LASIK (laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis) is a surgical procedure that improves vision by permanently correcting refractive vision errors. Refractive vision errors are sight problems (such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism) that typically require patients to wear contact lenses or glasses. Nearsightedness (myopia) causes blurred vision at a distance, while farsightedness (hyperopia) makes objects that are up close appear blurry. Astigmatism results in blurred vision at both near and far distances. Each eye is either nearsighted or farsighted, and can additionally have astigmatism. These refractive vision errors develop from imperfections in the curvature of the eye, which LASIK fixes through the use of a laser. The laser changes the shape of the eye by cutting away tissue from the cornea (clear outer layer of the eye).

LASIK is generally considered an elective procedure (not medically necessary) since patients can wear glasses or contact lenses instead of undergoing LASIK. Nevertheless, many people still elect to undergo LASIK to have better vision without having to wear corrective lenses. Certain professionals, such as pilots, military members, firefighters, and athletes, might particularly benefit from LASIK.

Ophthalmologists (eye doctors) evaluate patients before surgery, measuring the cornea and checking for any eye irregularities that would disqualify patients from LASIK. A special eye scanner is used to create a map of the cornea. This map guides the surgeon in developing an individualized LASIK treatment plan. Once approved for LASIK, contact-wearers are advised to switch to glasses for the three weeks leading up to their surgery.

LASIK is a brief procedure, lasting for about half an hour, depending on the state of a patient's eyes and the corneal reshaping required. Patients lie down on a reclining chair and have numbing eye drops applied to one or both eyes to eliminate pain and discomfort during the procedure. While the eyes are held open by a device, the eye surgeon raises a fixation light where patients direct their eyes. The surgeon uses a femtosecond laser to cut a precise circular incision in the cornea's surface. The surgeon then manually folds back the corneal flap to access the stroma (inner cornea).

An excimer laser is then used to remove certain amounts of corneal tissue. For patients with farsightedness, the laser cuts tissue on the outer regions of the cornea, making the central cornea more prominent. For patients with nearsightedness, the opposite is done; central corneal tissue is removed while the outer tissue is left alone, flattening the eye. In patients with astigmatism, the laser is used to even out the surface of the corneal tissue, making the eye more spherical. When the lasering process is complete, the ophthalmologist folds the corneal flap to its regular position. The flap quickly begins to heal and naturally reattach itself to the eye.

LASIK patients need someone to drive them home from the procedure and cannot drive for the following 24 hours. Recovery from LASIK lasts about five days. Patients typically notice improved vision within a day or two of surgery. Prescription eye drops are given to patients to alleviate discomfort and promote eye healing. During this recovery time, patients must be incredibly careful not to touch or rub their eyes. Ophthalmologists often instruct patients to wear protective glasses during the day and night to prevent potential damage from eye rubbing.

LASIK can improve the experience of certain activities such as swimming or reading, and in some cases, LASIK can be a life-changing procedure for those with severe refractive vision errors. LASIK may also save patients money by eliminating the recurring need for updated corrective lenses.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D. for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D. treated as an ophthalmologist in Town Of Grand Chute, WI were eye procedures, injections, laser treatment and capsulotomy.

capsulotomy 44
doctor visit 425
excision 11
eye procedures 997
injections 280
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures 15
laser treatment 60
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 11
ultrasound (sonogram) 11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D..

Gender
Male 120
Female 190
Ethnicity
Black / African American 1
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 293
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic
Other
Age
75 to 84 101
85 and over 76
Less than 65 21
65 to 74 110

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D. From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D. treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 50
High Cholesterol 44
Stroke 1
Ischemic Heart Disease 21
Depression 15
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 8
Osteoporosis 7
Heart Failure 11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 22
Atrial Fibrillation 9
Cancer 7
Dementia 8

Education & Training

Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D. graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2003. She has a state license in Wisconsin.

Medical School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine (2003)

Licensed In: Wisconsin

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D. is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Altru Health System
VALLEY EYE ASSOCIATES

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jennifer Unger, M.D.. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
NIDEK CO., LTD. $1,500
$1,500
Shire North American Group Inc $437 XIIDRA
$422
$15
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation $400 XIIDRA
$281 		Travatan Z
$33 		Durezol
$22 		BEOVU
$19
$45
Allergan, Inc. $353 DURYSTA
$118 		RESTASIS
$116 		LUMIGAN
$49 		RESTASIS MULTIDOSE
$30 		ALPHAGAN P
$21 		Other
$20
Alcon Laboratories Inc $250 Simbrinza
$175 		AcrySof
$52 		LenSx
$12 		Pazeo
$11
Other $1,428 EYSUVIS
$226 		Triamcinolone-Moxifloxacin PF
$124 		BESIVANCE
$83 		TYRVAYA
$69 		XEN
$64 		Other
$862
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $2,819
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program $1,500
Education $50

Biography

Dr. Jennifer Unger is a specialist in ophthalmology (eye disease). Clinical interests for Dr. Unger include hemifacial spasm, YAG laser capsulotomy, and eyelid surgery. Dr. Unger attended medical school at Loma Linda University School of Medicine. She is professionally affiliated with Altru Health System. DocSpot reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in.