
Katharine Funari, OD, MPH
Pediatric Optometry
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
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.
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
Defeating Digital Eye Strain - 20/20 Magazine (Feb. 2021)
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
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
- 6430 Rockledge Drive, Building 6, Bethesda, MD 20817
- phone: 240-482-1100
- fax: 240-482-1105
- Wilmer Eye Institute - Frederick
- 161 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite 275, Frederick, MD 21702
- phone: 301-620-9268
- fax: 410-367-3259
Expertise
Education
Nova Southeastern University
Graduate School, MPH, 2021The Eye Institute of the Pennsylvania College of Optometry
Residency, 2019Salus University
Graduate School, OD, 2018Insurance
- 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 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2025
Dr. Funari is an outstanding physician. She is kind, caring and extremely knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
Dr. Funari is very friendly and empathic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
Outstanding provider!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 6/12/2024
Love my doctor. She is the best ever.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Outstanding!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 4/29/2024
She is excellent! Knowledgeable, professional and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed 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 starsReviewed on 3/19/2024
Excellent provider. Very professional and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2024
Provider excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2024
Excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2024
Dr. Funari is professional, compassionate, knowledgeable. I felt completely comfortable withher care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2024
Dr. Funari is an excellent Ophthalmologist and she took excellent care of my needs.