Call Today: (413) 782-0030 Dr. John J. Papale You are here: Home / About Us / Dr. John J. Papale DR. JOHN J. PAPALE, OPHTHALMOLOGIST Dr. John J. Papale is an Ophthalmologist, and a long-time member of the greater Springfield, Massachusetts community. He currently resides in Somers, Connecticut with his wife. Dr. Papale began private practice in 1985. Since that time, he has become one of the most well-respected LASIK surgeons in the Springfield, Massachusetts area. Aside from his appointments at prestigious institutions like Baystate Medical Center, Dr. Papale has earned significant recognition from his peers. Some include, “one of the Best Doctors in America” – as voted by other eye surgeons. He also earned recognition as “one of America’s top ophthalmologists” from the Consumers Research Council. SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY EDUCATION Dr. Papale received his B.A. from the University of Connecticut, graduating summa cum laude in three years. He continued his studies at the university to complete a year of graduate study in microbiology and virology. He earned his Medical Degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine in 1979 and interned at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield. Dr. Papale then accepted a two-year research fellowship in ophthalmic pathology at Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, where his research on eye tumors and viruses earned him a National Research Service Award. After completing an ophthalmology residency at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Dr. Papale entered private practice in Springfield. Since that time, he has performed more than 10,000 eye surgeries, emerging as one of the LASIK eye surgeons of choice in the Springfield community and throughout Massachusetts. AFFILIATIONS Dr. Papale is currently an ophthalmology instructor at Tufts University School of Medicine and Chief of Ophthalmology at Baystate Medical Center. He is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, the American Medical Association, and the International Society of Refractive Keratoplasty. Dr. Papale is also the past president of the Greater Springfield Ophthalmology Society and the Hamden District Medical Society. CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT TRAINING & INTERESTS Dr. Papale is licensed in both Massachusetts and Connecticut and National Board Certified. He is specially trained in the excimer laser’s operation, which is used during LASIK eye surgery, and has completed FDA training for the Summit Autonomous excimer laser, earning full LASIK certification. In addition to performing laser vision correction surgery, Dr. Papale is a certified lens implant surgeon. He has immense experience working with the Visian ICL implant. Dr. Papale also specializes in the treatment of cataracts and glaucoma. He was among the first eye surgeons to perform no-stitch cataract surgery in Springfield, Massachusetts. He also leads the way in implantable lens technology – offering ReSTOR® lens implants, the only lens implant to provide better near, far, and intermediate vision for cataracts patients who also suffer from presbyopia. If you are interested in scheduling a consultation with the LASIK surgeon at Papale Eye Center, contact our Springfield, Massachusetts eye surgery center today. Papale Eye Center proudly provides patients from Springfield, MA, and the surrounding areas with a full range of ophthalmology services. Contact us at (413) 782-0030 or fill out a contact form here. Dr. John J. Papale Dr. Mary Ann K. Rubis, O.D. Reviews & Patient Testimonials REQUEST A CONSULTATION CONTACT US Phone: (413) 782-0030 BUSINESS HOURS Monday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Tuesday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Wednesday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Thursday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Friday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm CONNECT WITH US LOCATE US © 2021 Papale Eye Center | Website and Marketing Powered by Advice Media Home About Us Terms of Use Accessibility Statement