David J. Sackel, M.D. Joins Thomas Eye Group

ATLANTA – David J. Sackel, M.D. has joined the healthcare professionals at Thomas Eye Group, a comprehensive eye care provider with eight offices in the metro Atlanta area. Dr. Sackel, a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist, specializes in cornea and external disease (including corneal transplants and management of corneal ulcers), as well as cataract and refractive surgery. He will see patients in the Sandy Springs and Roswell offices of Thomas Eye Group.

“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Sackel to our team,” said Rod Roeser, CEO for Thomas Eye Group. “Adding a cornea specialist with his skill set helps fulfill our ongoing commitment to serving the full spectrum of eye care.”

Dr. Sackel received his undergraduate degree from Duke University where he graduated magna cum laude and attended medical school at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. While in medical school, David earned his MBA at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Following his internship in internal medicine at Pennsylvania Hospital, Dr. Sackel completed his ophthalmology residency at New York University (NYU) and his cornea and refractive surgery fellowship training at Emory University.

Dr. Sackel is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS). He is originally from Orlando, Florida and enjoys spending time with his wife and son, watching movies, and playing tennis in his free time.

Thomas Eye Group has provided eye care services for patients ranging in age from infants to seniors for over 40 years in the greater Atlanta area. Some of the services offered at Thomas Eye Group include cataract surgery, LASIK, glaucoma, pediatric eye care, aesthetics & oculoplastics, retina, cornea, glasses and contact lenses. For more information on Thomas Eye Group and Dr. David Sackel, visit www.thomaseye.com.