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Katharine Funari

Katharine Funari, OD, MPH

Pediatric Optometry

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Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Female

About Katharine Funari

Professional Titles

  • Optometrist

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology

Background

Katharine Funari, O.D., M.P.H., is a pediatric optometrist caring for patients in Bethesda, Maryland. She specializes in vision care for disorders of strabismus, amblyopia (lazy eye) and convergence insufficiency. She has particular interest in myopia control methods of orthokeratology, atropine therapy and multifocal contact lenses. Other interests include acquired brain injury including concussion and vision rehabilitation. 

Along with surgical specialists, Dr. Funari co-manages the treatment of strabismus, cataracts, glaucoma and retinal disease. She also provides comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages and has additional experience with contact lens fittings and emergency eye care in the treatment of uveitis, corneal ulcers and conjunctivitis. 

Dr. Funari received her Bachelor of Science degree from Villanova University. She received her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry at Salus University, where she was awarded clinical honors and the Good-Lite Award for advanced competency in binocular vision and pediatric vision care. She received additional training at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center; Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston, South Carolina; and St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children and Magee Rehabilitation Hospital, both in Philadelphia.

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Research Interests

Pediatric Eye Diseases

Research Summary

Dr. Funari’s research interests include the management of pediatric eye conditions, binocular vision disorders, amblyopia and strabismus. She is active in research related to early intervention and diagnosis of eye conditions affecting infants and children, and its impact on children’s development and school performance. 

Honors

  • Clinical Honors, Pennsylvania College of Optometry
  • Clinical Excellence in Pediatrics, Pennsylvania College of Optometry
  • Dr. Robert A. Kraskin Award, Pennsylvania College of Optometry
  • Dr. and Mrs. H.C. Verma Award for Community Service, Pennsylvania College of Optometry
  • Good-Lite Award, Pennsylvania College of Optometry
  • Legacy of Leadership Award, Pennsylvania College of Optometry
  • Luxottica Optical Women's Association Scholarship

Memberships

  • American Academy of Optometry (AAO)-Fellow
  • College Optometrists in Vision Development- Associate Member
  • Maryland Optometric Association

Additional Training

  • OD, Pennsylvania College of Optometry (2018)

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
    • 6430 Rockledge Drive, Building 6, Bethesda, MD 20817
    • Wilmer Eye Institute - Frederick
      • 161 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite 275, Frederick, MD 21702

      Expertise

      Education

      Nova Southeastern University

      Graduate School, MPH, 2021

      The Eye Institute of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry

      Residency, 2019

      Salus University

      Graduate School, OD, 2018

      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

      67 ratings, 21 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.

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      Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
      Provider Showed Respect
      Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/16/2025

        Dr. Funari is an outstanding physician. She is kind, caring and extremely knowledgeable.

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

        Dr. Funari is very friendly and empathic.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/10/2024

        Dr. Funari provided very sound guidance for follow up concerning a visual episode I experienced. Excellent bedside manner.

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

        She spent enough time to answer all my questions and I feel I am more knowledgeable about my eyes.

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

        She is very thorough, explains everything as we proceeded, gave wise advice. Warm and friendly, makes upcoming surgery her colleague less anxiety producing.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/7/2024

        This was our first visit with Dr. Funari. She was wonderful and we look forward to continuing to see her in the future.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 7/1/2024

        Very good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/25/2024

        Outstanding provider!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/20/2024

        Dr. Funari was amazing as always. We are looking forward to seeing her again in six months. Thanks Dr Funari, we wish you all the best.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 6/12/2024

        Love my doctor. She is the best ever.

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

        Outstanding!

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

        Dr. Funari treats my kids and myself. She is an excellent doctor, very thorough and professional. I couldn't ask for more. Thank you Dr. Funari for your care and kindness to my family.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/29/2024

        She is excellent! Knowledgeable, professional and friendly.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/25/2024

        Easy to work with and she listens to your input. Always explains what she is doing and why

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 4/22/2024

        Love Dr. F. She is very thorough and explained all of the tests that I was going to perform that day

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/28/2024

        She is very knowledgeable, amazing with my kids, and I trust what she has to say without question.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/19/2024

        Excellent provider. Very professional and thorough.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/18/2024

        Provider excellent

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

        Excellent doctor

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/4/2024

        Dr. Funari is professional, compassionate, knowledgeable. I felt completely comfortable withher care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/27/2024

        Dr. Funari is an excellent Ophthalmologist and she took excellent care of my needs.