Jody Piltz-Seymour, MD

About

As a university affiliated glaucoma specialist and cataract surgeon, I strive to bring expert and compassionate eye care throughout the region. It is vitally important to individualize care for each patient’s needs by understanding each patient’s story—their concerns, lifestyle, and goals. I incorporate the newest diagnostic technologies and cutting-edge surgical advances including the new minimally invasive glaucoma surgeries, to bring you the most current care available. My goal is to develop a caring relationship based on mutual respect where we work together to make important decisions as a team. Welcome to our practice and I assure you that you will be treated with kindness, skill and respect.”

List the treatments and procedures you offer:

Medical and surgical management of glaucoma: Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, trabeculectomy, glaucoma drainage tube surgery, selective laser trabeculoplasty, laser iridotomy

Cataract Surgery using standard and specialty multifocal lenses.

Awards or Certifications

1984 Magna Cum Laude, Tufts University

1989 Chief Resident - Department of Ophthalmology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

1990 Fellow Research Award - University of British Columbia, School of Medicine

1996 “Top Docs” - Philadelphia Magazine

1996 - present “Best Doctors in America” - Woodward/White, Inc.

1998 “Top Docs for Seniors” - Philadelphia Magazine

1999 “Top Docs” - Philadelphia Magazine

1999 Achievement Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology

2000 - present Who’s Who in Medicine

2002 “Top Docs” - Philadelphia Magazine

2004 AcademicKeys Who's Who in Medical Sciences Education

2005---present “Best Doctors in America” Woodward/White, Inc.

2005 Senior Achievement Award, American Academy Ophthalmology

2007 to present: Guide to America’s Top Ophthalmologists

2007 to present Patient’s Choice Award, Vitals

2007 Certificate of Recognition, Orbis International, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Visiting Faculty

2010 Certificate of Recognition, Orbis International, Da Nang, Vietnam; Visiting Faculty

2012 Visiting faculty-Global Impact Fellow, Unite for Sight, , Ghana, West Africa

2013 Visiting faculty-Global Impact Fellow, Unite for Sight, , Ghana, West Africa

2015 Certificate of Recognition, Orbis International, Hue, Vietnam; Visiting Faculty

2015 Humanitarian Service Award, Pennsylvania Academy of Ophthalmology

2017 Certificate of Recognition, Orbis International, Yaounde, Cameroon; Visiting Faculty

2018 Lifetime Achievement Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology

2019 Visiting Guest Faculty: Wills Global Impact in Rwanda

2019 Outstanding Educator Award, American Glaucoma Society

2019 to present: Top Docs: Philadelphia Magazine

2019 to present: Castle Connolly Top Doctors
2023: American Glaucoma Society Keynote Surgery Day Lecturer

What's your background, education and training?

Education:
B.S. Tufts University (Biology)
Research Intern, Tufts - New England Medical Center
M.D. Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Postgraduate Training and Fellowship Appointments:
Intern in Pediatrics, Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY
Research Fellow, Glaucoma Service, Department of Ophthalmology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY
Ophthalmology Resident, Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY
Chief Resident, Department of Ophthalmology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY
Glaucoma Fellow, Department of Ophthalmology, The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia
National Eye Institute, Clinical Vision Research Course, Epidemiologic and Biostatistical Approaches, Longboat Key, Florida
Global Health and Program Delivery Certificate, Unite for Sight Global Health University
Course work in Global Health, Community Eye Health, Cultural competency, Sustainable Development in Eye Care

What do clients have to say about you?

"I have been a patient of Dr. Piltz for 20+ years, as well as a participant in the national OHTS study which she directed and have found her to be the gold standard of Professionalism in all areas and would highly recommend her to family and friends. She has a caring manner that puts you at ease and takes the time to answer the patient's questions."
"In addition to a spectacular research and education resume, Dr. Piltz has successfully treated various complex eye issues for over 30 yrs. She has always explained pros and cons of all options in a caring and professional manner. Her treatment plans for me have resulted in the best possible outcomes. Regarding kindness and professionalism, just last weekend (Sunday) I experienced symptoms similar to those of a detached retina. I was extremely anxious and called the office. Dr. Piltz was on call, and she interrupted her day and met me at the office, even though it was a Sunday and her house was an hour away. (I am sure other Doctors would have directed me to drive to Wills Eye in Phila. with the threat of an impending winter storm on its way.) Dr. Piltz was able to assess my situation, calm my nerves and then made arrangements for me to see a Retina Specialist the next day. Sometimes I do need to wait to be seen in the office, but that is OK with me. To be cared for by such a special Doctor, and to feel so taken care of, for me - is definitely with the wait."
"Dr. Piltz is internationally renowned as a specialist in glaucoma. I had an increasingly serious problem with glaucoma which had been monitored by various eye doctors before being referred to Dr. Piltz, under whose care I now have healthy eyes. I owe Dr. Piltz my vision."

Special expertise

Glaucoma, Cataract Surgery