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Amanda Henderson

Amanda Henderson, MD

Neuro-Ophthalmology

Accepting New Patients
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4.8 of 5 stars255 ratings, 73 reviews

Highlights

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

About Amanda Henderson

Professional Titles

  • Chief, Neuro-Ophthalmology Division
  • Frank B. Walsh Professor of Neuro-Ophthalmology

Primary Academic Title

Associate Professor of Ophthalmology

Background

Dr. Henderson is the Frank B. Walsh Professor of Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute and is the Chief of the Wilmer Neuro-Ophthalmology Division. She attended medical school at Emory University, completed an ophthalmology residency at the Medical College of Georgia, and completed a fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. 

Her research interests include optic neuropathies, specifically non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy; high-value care; and the use of big data to answer neuro-ophthalmic questions. She also has a particular interest in medical education and serves as the Associate Ophthalmology Residency Program Director and the Neuro-Ophthalmology Fellowship Director.

Recent News Articles and Media Coverage

Additional Academic Titles

Associate Professor of Neurology

Research Interests

Non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy, Visual loss due to optic nerve conditions

Locations

  1. The Johns Hopkins Hospital
    • 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
    • Howard County Medical Pavilion
      • 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 310, Columbia, MD 21044

      Expertise

      Education

      University of Miami Jackson Health

      Fellowship, Neuro-Ophthalmology, 2016

      Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University

      Residency, Ophthalmology, 2015

      Emory University School of Medicine

      Medical Education, MD, 2011

      Board Certifications

      Ophthalmology

      American Board of Ophthalmology, 2017

      Insurance

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      • Aetna
      • CareFirst
      • Cigna
      • First Health
      • Geisinger Health Plan
      • HealthSmart/Accel
      • Humana
      • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
      • MultiPlan
      • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
      • Point Comfort Underwriters
      • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
      • UnitedHealthcare
      • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

      Ratings & Reviews

      4.8 out of 5

      255 ratings, 73 reviews

      The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

      Overall Rating by Patient
      Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Listened Carefully
      Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Explained Things Clearly
      Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Knew Medical History
      Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Showed Respect
      Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Spent Enough Time
      Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/24/2025

        Great visit

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/21/2025

        Caring, great listener.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/5/2025

        It seems like the process for the testing, prior to being seem by the ophthalmologist, could be more streamlined/efficient (i.e., less waiting time In between for the patient).

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/5/2025

        Dr. Henderson is very knowledgeable doctor with excellent bedside manners, always comprehensivly explains to me my condition and gives very valuable recommendations. Thank you so very much for your job.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/24/2025

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/14/2025

        Dr. Henderson and her team were very professional, courteous and through.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/15/2025

        Dr. Henderson is very professional and also answers any questions in a manner that is understandable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/8/2025

        Dr. Amanda Henderson is an excellent physician, and I am fortunate to be under her care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/8/2025

        I felt the care I got was very good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/20/2024

        Great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/18/2024

        Provider very knowledgeable and would highly recommend.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/16/2024

        Provider absolutely great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/16/2024

        Excellent doctor. Very patient, kind.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/11/2024

        Dr is great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/4/2024

        Excellent and professional care/visit

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/25/2024

        Great experience. Took the time to explain everything and answer my questions.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/25/2024

        It's very good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/20/2024

        She was able to discharge me at that visit. I know what I have to do and I'm doing g what was recommended.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/20/2024

        Have been very pleased overall from my 4 past visits.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/18/2024

        Dr. Henderson and her entire team provided excellent treatment. I became ill while there and they were very kind and helpful. I appreciate all that they did.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/15/2024

        Knowlegable

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/15/2024

        Great doctor!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/15/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/8/2024

        Dr Henderson took the time and showed understanding and empathy in my treatment and establishing my follow up.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/8/2024

        Everyone was very nice and attentive

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/30/2024

        Very thorough and pleasant

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/30/2024

        She thorough, professional, listened took her time. Instilled confidence.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/16/2024

        Professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/9/2024

        Dr. Henderson is absolutely the best!! I am so very, very pleased to have her as my doctor especially since I experienced the type of eye illness that she specializes in. Thank you! [Patient's Name]

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/9/2024

        I have already recommended Dr Henderson to my Gerontology PCP and the neurologist to whom I was referred.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/4/2024

        She is a very professional and pleasant person

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/4/2024

        Dr Amanda Henderson is an amazing and patient person she cares and listens. She is very professional.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/4/2024

        Dr Henderson always provides excellent care

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/2/2024

        Absolutely knowledgeable and very competent. Friendly, glad to see me again and knew everything about my past treatments over the years and did a thorough exam on my eyes while at the current appointment. I know I can contact her if I experience eye changes before my next appt in 1 year. All my Hopkins Docs are superb!!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/2/2024

        Dr Henderson is always caring and helpful.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/30/2024

        Dr Henderson is professional, kind, and very skilled at giving Botox shots in the eye area. I hate the drive into the hospital, but with every treatment I'm reminded why she makes the drive more than worth it.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/20/2024

        Dr Henderson is the best

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/20/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/18/2024

        Dr. Henderson is an outstanding provider. She is very thorough and easy to talk to. I have recommended Dr. Henderson to others and will continue to do so.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/13/2024

        Great Doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/11/2024

        Dr. Henderson did great.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/4/2024

        Dr.Henderson is an excellent doctor. I am very appreciative of her care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/28/2024

        Dr Amanda Henderson is excellent.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/21/2024

        Dr Henderson was thorough, detailed, and explained the nuanced issues that had caused so many problems for so long. She and the phenomenally confident Fellow working alongside her were a great team. They just instilled confidence. Dr. Henderson was efficient throughout the entire process yet I never felt that I was rushed. What an awesome professional!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/19/2024

        Dr. Henderson is always attentive and easy to understand. I trust her medial care and judgement.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/19/2024

        Good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/16/2024

        I was happy that Dr. Henderson did a test that showed that I had a nerve problem

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/14/2024

        Great

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/14/2024

        Dr Henderson is an excellent physician and very thorough. She was able to give me an explanation for my symptoms. She respected me and my concerns.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/9/2024

        Excellent provider! Explained everything very clearly to my daughter. Provided reassurance and was very nice.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/31/2024

        I was very happy to see Dr. Henderson. She's lovely and easy to talk to.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/31/2024

        Dr. Henderson is an excellent provider. I wish she'd talk/explain more, but that may have more to do with her personality.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/29/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/29/2024

        Excellent Doctor and assistants!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/26/2024

        Dr. Henderson listens to my concerns, answers my questions and gives me the details and information that I need to know to be informed about my care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/26/2024

        Dr. Henderson saw me 15 minutes earlier then my appointment. Very thorough, engaging and knowledgeable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/26/2024

        Extremely proffesional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/24/2024

        Excellent knowledge, thorough, caring and Interested in my questions and comments.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/24/2024

        Dr. Henderson has been terrific. I have been seeing her for several years niw, and every visit has been a good experience.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/17/2024

        Dr Amanda Henderson always has the patient's best interest in care at the top of her list

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/12/2024

        Dr. Henderson was extremely knowledgeable, caring, and considerate. She listened intently to my questions, shared results and information eloquently, and communicated next steps. She went at a brisk pace through tests and information, but I never felt she rushed through any procedures. Testing was thorough. She is an excellent provider.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/12/2024

        Dr. Henderson has been a wonderful doctor for the past 6+ years and I would recommend her to others

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/12/2024

        Dr Henderson had a good bedside manner. A good listener and seemed very caring.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/10/2024

        Dr Henderson is professional, pleasant, and answers my questions completely. She always explains aspects of my condition in a way that is easy to understand.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/3/2024

        Great service

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/26/2024

        Very helpful

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/24/2024

        She is very professional and proficient administering injections.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/24/2024

        Very professional and clear

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/20/2024

        Dr, Henderson always treats me with great care and kindness.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/17/2024

        Dr. Henderson is very well versed in neuro-ophthalmology, and she is reassuring during my visits. I trust her, and I am comforted to know that she is monitoring my vision as needed.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/17/2024

        She is the quintessential physician-caring, knowlegable, and highly skilled!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 5/13/2024

        My Provider is very nice and easy to talk to. She is very quick to administer the injections which I appreciate.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/17/2024

        Dr Henderson is excellent.