EYE CARE SPECIALISTS

Dr. Heimmel is nationally recognized as a leading LASIK, laser lens replacement, and cataract surgeon, and Eye Care Specialists also excels in the treatment of dry eyes and other chronic eye problems. The practice has an on-site retinal diagnostic center for imaging and treatment of conditions like diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and vitreous floaters.  

Patients and medical field colleagues alike praise the practice’s unique patient-centered approach to customized eye care, as evidenced by awards including Top Ophthalmologists in America, Patient’s Choice Award, the Compassionate Doctor Award, Castle Connolly Top Doctor, New Jersey Top Docs, and New York Magazine’s Top Doctors. 

Eye Care Specialists is currently welcoming new and returning patients, so call the office or schedule an appointment online today. 

Mark Heimmel, MD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist and surgeon at Eye Care Specialists in East Windsor, New Jersey. Dr. Heimmel is highly experienced in vision correction surgery, performing over 30,000 procedures since 2006. 

Dr. Heimmel has been honored with many awards including Top Ophthalmologists in America, Compassionate Doctor Award, Patient’s Choice Award, Castle Connolly Top Doctor, NJ Top Docs, and New York Magazine’s Top Doctors. As a result, he is among the most chosen ophthalmologists by other doctors and nurses for their own care. 

He started his practice, Eye Care Specialists, with the vision to deliver the latest treatments for his patients. Dr. Heimmel believes that each patient is unique and loves spending time with them to discuss their treatment goals and needs. 

Dr. Heimmel was selected to join a prestigious BA/MD program at Rutgers University. He graduated with high honors and then went on to complete his residency training at Brown University Warren Alpert Medical School. 

Dedicated to safe and comfortable eye care, Dr. Heimmel is certified in LASIK and LenSx® cataract surgery. He is well-known as a specialist in laser eye surgery and intraocular lens (IOL) treatments. He has also published numerous articles in esteemed medical journals on treatments for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy.

As a lifelong New Jersey resident, Dr. Heimmel is committed to providing quality services to the community. At Eye Care Specialists, he offers advanced eye care using state-of-the-art technology and personalized treatment plans. 

When not caring for his patients, Dr. Heimmel is an avid swimmer and tennis player. He also enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two children.