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Great Vision & Hearing are the Root of All Happiness

Central Pennsylvania Eye & Ear, your local Eye Doctor and hearing specialist, serving your family's vision and hearing care needs near you in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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Your local Eye Doctor and Optometrist near you in Harrisburg; we truly care about the health of your eyes, and offer local vision care to all family members.

Many eye diseases can be quickly and easily diagnosed during a Comprehensive eye exam, Pediatric eye exam or Contact lens eye exam. If you were diagnosed with an eye disease, such as Myopia, Cataracts, Glaucoma, Macular degeneration, Diabetic retinopathy, or Dry eye, you may be overwhelmed by the diagnosis and confused about what happens next. Will you need medications or surgery – now or in the future? Is LASIK eye and vision surgery an option for you ? Or you just need help with conjunctivitis, Red eyes or even Twichy eye, our Harrisburg eye doctor is always available and ready to answer your questions about eye disease and Contact lenses.

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We carry the latest European and American designer eyewear collections in a variety of styles, colors and materials.

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Whether you wear daily, weekly or monthly disposables, or conventional (vial) lenses, check out our selection of lenses that fit your needs.

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Ready to get help with hearing loss? Central PA Eye & Ear can support you on your journey back to better hearing.

Meet Our Doctors

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Dr. Robert Kardos earned a B.S. degree in Biophysics and Microbiology, minoring in Chemistry and Mathematics at the University of Pittsburgh. He also received a B.S. degree in Visual Sciences and his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in Philadelphia. Dr. Kardos broadened his knowledge of...
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 Dorothy joined the staff of Central Pennsylvania Eye and Ear in 1990 after raising her 4 children. Her specialty areas include fitting digital hearing aids and invisible in canal hearing aids, plus fitting custom hearing protection to prevent hearing loss. Dorothy Kardos is a Magna cum Laude graduate of the...
Why Choose Us!

Dr Kardos: Advanced Technology – Dr Kardos uses state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment for early detection of any abnormalities of the eye.

Dorothy Kardos: Dorothy Kardos has over 25 years of experience helping people of all ages improve their lives with better hearing AND prevent hearing loss using custom hearing protection.

Starkey Hearing Technology: Dorothy has been identified as a Preferred Provider by Starkey Hearing Technology, the only American owned major hearing aid manufacturer.

Follow-up Care: We schedule several follow-up visits for new hearing aid fittings to lead and guide you on your journey to better hearing. Life-long follow-up care and maintenance after your hearing aid fitting is included.

Off-site visits: If you are unable to travel to our office for hearing services, an appointment can be scheduled in the comfort and privacy of your own home. Visits to care facilities and rehabilitation centers can also be scheduled with Dorothy.

Specialty Hearing Devices: Dorothy is registered to fit many specialty hearing devices, including CROS and BiCROS hearing technology for individuals with single-sided deafness. Other specialty products available include custom hearing protection for musicians, hunters, motorcyclists, and those working in loud environments. We also fit broadcaster’s earmolds and musician’s in-ear monitors.

Saturday appointments are available

We have a huge selection of Designer Eyeglass Frames including:

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Community Involvement
Dorothy Kardos is also an active participant in the HearNow program administered by the Starkey Hearing Foundation. She accepts old hearing aids to be donated to the Foundation which provides hearing aids at a nominal cost for those qualified for the program. She also provides hearing services and fitting of hearing aids at no cost to applicants for this program. More information can be found at www.sotheworldmayhear.org.

Providing Optometry Services in Central Pennsylvania for Over 50 Years

At Central Pennsylvania Eye & Ear we have the expertise to ensure that diseases and eye and ear problems will be detected early enough to allow for effective treatments.

Don’t take any chances with your vision or hearing. Call our hearing specialist and eye doctor in Harrisburg, PA today at 717-236-2753 to schedule your consultation.

Great Eye and Ear Care in Harrisburg and Camp Hill, PA

Central PA Eye & Ear is located in downtown Harrisburg, across from the State Capitol schedule an appointment today. Our eye care and hearing specialists serve Camp Hill, Lemoyne, Wormleysburg, Enola and Marysville, PA. If you have a moment, please give us your feedback about our site and your experiences with our eye and ear office.

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Difficulty hearing on the phone?

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The CaptionCall® phone displays smooth-scrolling captions of what your callers say on a large, easy-to-read screen while simultaneously providing the most powerful amplification available and superb audio quality. It lets you hear and read your phone conversations so you won’t miss a single word.

Q&A with Our Hearing Specialist

Our Hearing Specialist Answers Your Questions

When Should I have My Hearing Tested?

The AMA recommends a baseline evaluation at age 50 if you have no problems and then a yearly hearing screening.

As soon as possible if you or your loved ones have noticed a hearing problem. Turning the TV up louder than necessary for others to hear, misunderstanding speech, asking people to repeat or feeling that other people are mumbling are just a few possible symptoms of a possible hearing problem.

Regardless of age, yearly screenings are recommended for those with a history of diabetes or thyroid problem, a family history of hearing loss, and if you are taking any medications which may cause a hearing loss (check with your doctor or pharmacist).

Genesis Informational Sprinkle

The Genesis AI has won the 2023 Excellence Award for technology.

The Genesis AI circuit is driven by Starkey’s proprietary neuro processor chip, which processes sound the same way the brain processes sound. The result is improved hearing both in quiet and in noise.

Even better- your battery life is nearly doubled: 41-51 hours for rechargeable aids, 8 days for a size 10 battery and 15 days for a 312 battery!

Call our hearing department for your hearing screening and to experience the Genesis sound.

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No one ever said starting a new journey was easy, especially when it involves your health. But when it comes to staying connected to the world around you, taking that first step toward maintaining your hearing is one of the best things you can do — for yourself, and for the people you care about.

That first step is to get your hearing tested — preferably by a licensed hearing care professional. Learn more about it here…