Dr. Daniel Petashnick MD

Achievements
Top Doc in Connecticut Magazine

Dr. Daniel Petashnick is a highly skilled and board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cornea and external disease, as well as refractive surgery. With over 25 years of experience, he possesses the expertise to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide spectrum of eye conditions, ranging from complex diseases to common eye issues.

Specialties

  • Cataract evaluation and surgery
  • Corneal injuries and conditions
  • Refractive surgery
Bio

About Dr. Petashnick

Dr. Daniel Petashnick is a highly skilled and board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cornea and external disease, as well as refractive surgery. With over 25 years of experience, he possesses the expertise to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide spectrum of eye conditions, ranging from complex diseases to common eye issues.

Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Petashnick has actively contributed to the field of ophthalmology by mentoring and instructing residents and delivering engaging cornea lectures. His commitment to excellence has earned him recognition as a Top Doc in Connecticut Magazine for multiple years.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Dr. Petashnick has diverse interests, including philosophy, religion, the arts, and various athletic activities. When not caring for patients, you can often find him participating in triathlons.

Locations

  • Manchester, CT

Specialties

  • Cataract evaluation and surgery
  • Corneal injuries and conditions
  • Refractive surgery

Education

Medical School

University of Wisconsin Medical School, Madison, WI

Internship

Brown University School of Medicine, Providence, RI

Residency

Ophthalmology – Brown University School of Medicine, Providence, RI

Fellowship

Cornea and External Disease and Refractive Surgery – Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Certifications

  • American Board of Ophthalmology

Professional Societies

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • Cornea Society
  • American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
  • Connecticut Society of Eye Physicians

Languages

  • English
Affiliations
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Cornea Society
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Connecticut Society of Eye Physicians
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