
Meghan Berkenstock, MD
UveitisComprehensive Ophthalmology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
View All Accepted Plans (12)Gender
FemaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Meghan Berkenstock
Professional Titles
Medical Director, Wilmer Eye Institute at Water’s Edge
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Meghan Berkenstock, M.D., is an associate professor of ophthalmology at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute. She specializes in ocular inflammatory and infectious diseases, cataract surgery, and comprehensive ophthalmology.
Since joining the faculty of the Wilmer Eye Institute in 2016, she has established a research focus on risk reduction and quality assurance initiatives in the care of patients with uveitis. She has implemented several initiatives to improve laboratory monitoring and understanding barriers to care in patients on immunosuppressive medications. The bulk of her research focuses on identifying ocular adverse events (IRAE) associated with the use of immunotherapy agents in the treatment of systemic malignancies. She is a member and the only ophthalmologist on the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Panel on developing guidelines to treat IRAEs.
Clinical Trials Summary
ADVISE, POINT, MERIT
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
- Our Interview With Dr. Meghan Berkenstock, MD, Inspira Advantage (July 2025)
- “Your Eyes Can Be A Diagnostic Tool”‚ A Woman’s Journey: Insights That Matter podcast, Johns Hopkins Medicine (May 2023)
- Uveitis: A Brief Primer for the Rheumatologist‚ The Rheumatologist (November 2020)
- Transitioning Back to Ophthalmic Care During a Pandemic‚ Ophthalmology Times (August 2020)
- Checkpoint Inhibitors: Watch for AEs, American Academy of Ophthalmology (September 2019)
Research Interests
Ocular Complications of Cancer Immune Therapy, Quality improvement, Syphilis
PubMed - Publications
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Berkenstock+M&cauthor_id=32727730
Honors
- Clarkson Quality Improvement Award, American Board of Ophthalmology, 11/4/23
- Top 40 Under 40, Drexel University Alumni Association, 5/15/23
- Top 40 Under 40 Physicians, Pennsylvania Medical Society, 11/1/22
- Emerging Leader Award, Drexel University College of Medicine Alumni Association, 5/8/20
Locations
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital
- 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-955-5080
- fax: 410-955-0468
- Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Water's Edge
- 4692 Millennium Drive, Belcamp, MD 21017
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-836-7010
- fax: 410-893-9796
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: UCLA Medical Center, Uveitis & External Disease, 2016
- Residency: Hahnemann University Hospital, Ophthalmology, 2015
- Medical Education: Drexel University College of Medicine, Medicine, MD, 2011
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 2016
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
451 ratings, 152 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 2/16/2026
I really like and appreciate Dr Berkenstock for everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Dr. Berkenstock is an excellent physician!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Dr B is phenomenal!!She is kind, listens, thorough, professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Love this provider. Very friendly and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
She spent plenty of time to discuss medical options and did not conclude the appointment until all of my questions were addressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Dr Berkenstock is the best. I've been seeing her for years and she's always wonderful. We call her the Uveitis Goddess.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
She is a role model for other Opthalmologists
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Dr Berkenstock is the best! She is so knowledgeable and yet so clear in her explanations. She is personable and Down to earth while bring professional and thorough. I love her!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Dr Berkenstock is an excellent physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Dr. Berkenstock is great. Her treatment of my eye condition has greatly helped me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Very pleasant and polite.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
She is excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Always a pleasure to have Dr Berkenstock as my provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2026
Very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Very pleased .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Love, Love. Her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Dr Berkenstock is extremely knowledgeable in her area of expertise, very professional, caring, & kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
I've been with her for years. When I fist came to her I was really sick sick and she has always taken care of me she's a good doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
I really like dr berkenstock she's very kind and helps me get better
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
You have a lot of geniuses in the Hopkins network and she is clearly one of them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr. Berkenstock was wonderful to work with. Very professional, courteous and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
This provider is the best in my book.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
She's very efficient. This office is very well run.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Dr. Berkenstock as always was kind efficient, and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Love her!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Dr. Berkenstock took time to see me even though she was ""in clinic"" that day.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Dr. Berkenstock is very professional and knowledgeable and she genuinely cares about my well being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
Personable, competent and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/6/2026
I had Cataract surgery in Left eye - Dr Berkenstock is highly skilled and very conscientious and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
Dr Berkenstock is wonderful at her job she's very caring and concerned about her patient takes the time to explain things to you very clearly also willing to listen to what you have to say I feel she's very good at her profession. That's why I like going back to her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
Provider is knowledgeable and professional and provides me with explicit coordinated information about my eye care needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Post-op visit after cataract surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Very personal informative and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Dr Berkenstock wa fantastic! I would recommend her to anyone who needs eye care! She's as kind as she is smart - a rock star in her field! She even sent me a hand written note after my surgery follow up! Love her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
She is always on point with my diagnosis and makes me feel like she's prepared for me
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
She was very nice and took the time and explained the procedure she will be performing on me until I understood it
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
Very professional, explained everything clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
Dr Berkenstock takes the time to listen and answer all my questions. She has compassion and empathy. I trust her completely with all my eye care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
Very professional and compassionate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Dr Berkenstock was excellent in explaining what needed to be done to ensure that I understood why she was ordering the tests for me She made me feel like she cared and I didn't feel like I was being rushed out of the office.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Excellent patient care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Very knowledgeable and personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Polite, efficient, succinct, effective.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Dr Berkenstock is a caring person and a diligent physician. I feel valued and well cared for.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Explained everything thoroughly. Listened to all concerns and gave clear answers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Excellent provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Dr Berkenstock is the best! She is professional, experienced, knowledgeable and Caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2025
Dr. Is very personable and highly skilled.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
I have been a patient of Wilmer Eye Institute since approximately 10-15 years. Top of the line doctors and service! I.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Dr Berkenstock is very professional and courteous.I got a shingles vaccine which attacked my eye.She was very thorough with her diagnosis.Dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Meghan is a wonderful Doctor and person very caring and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Waiting with way too long
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr Berkenstock is an excellent physician. She explains what you need to know and is patient and very personable. I am very happy she handles my eye needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Engaging, professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
I always feel like I'm in good hands
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
The De was a gem told me what she was going to do and how then she went to work In fifteen minutes it was over in 20 minutes I was seeing clearly. Love those people. Good drs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
Provider very personable, efficient, informative, attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
I am pleased with them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
Courteous, very knowledgeable, compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Excellent physician, great communication, she listened to my concerns and gave very good response and ordered appropriate prescription. She is very respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr Birkenstock is very knowledgeable, personable, easy to talk to, and engaging.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
I thought Dr Birkenstock was great and efficient. Also made experience fun.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
Dr Berkenstock is excellent. She is very knowledgeable, and pursues any unusual findings thoroughly and completely.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
To put is simply......MEGHAN IS THE BOMB !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Very professional and pleasant, very good humor, Heip to Relax you,very Through. Heip you to Relax.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr. Berkenstock and [staff] are amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Very knowledgeable, but also very down to earth. She puts you at ease from the very beginning.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
The doctor apologized for the wait, but this was the second tome in a row I had a long wait for her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr. Berkenstock was very proessional and orderd tet that I was familier with. She also orderd follow up test that I had at my previous eye clinic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
SHE'S THE BEST!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
Explains things well. Very caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
I think Dr. Berkenstock is professional and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
The doctor was excellent in care and execution of their work.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
Made me feel I was getting the best service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Really like the doctor. Very knowledgeable and approachable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Meghan always does a great job with my appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
Awesome Doctor , The Best I have had in this field of care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
She has been my doctor for 8-9 years and I treats her implicitly!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Thank you for very good service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2025
The doctor did a great job removing my first cataract. I will see her again for removal all the other in a couple of weeks.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Very professional friendly and patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Wonderful doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Dr Berkenstock is a gem and I'm so happy to be her patient!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
First class, very professional and very easy to talk to. Explained everything in a way that you understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
This provider was able to diagnose my problem upon my 1st visit and ordered several tests to rule out any underlying problems. The healing process started once I started the treatment plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Very concerned about my health
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Caring and pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
The entire visit went as well as possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
I have already recommended to others and they were happy as well
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
I felt like I was rushed thru .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2025
Pleasant and professional experience. Answered all of my questions and addressed any concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Office is always polite and quick
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Wilmer is a wonderful place to check on my eye problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2025
Excellent very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
VERY NICE AND UNDERSTANDING
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Best around!
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Very quick and impersonal from the doctor herself
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Dr. Berkenstock is a great Dr. Has helped me tremendously.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
She's been accommodating when I have questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
I feel lucky to have her as my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2025
Super doc.Very happy to have her as .my provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Very efficient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Dr Berkenstock with lab results provided a diagnosis when other specialists unable to do so
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Dr. Berkenstock is extremely supportive. Compassionate and personally attentive and display concerned for the well being of her patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
She was very polite and caring. I am glad that I have her as my surgeon for cataracts or anything that has to do with my eyes. She is the only one who will be doing anything to my eyes from here on out
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
She was very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Excelleny
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Excellent. Professional kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
She is one of the best knowledgeable, caring and compassionate physicians I have ever had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Dr. Berkenstock is excellent, takes her time and explains what is going on with my eyesight.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Meghan Berkenstock provides in depth, targeted care for me of my eye health and care. Her evaluations, recommendations and ongoing care assure me I am receiving her full attention. I appreciate having time to ask questions and her providing explanations geared to my concerns and needs. When additional care from other Wilmer providers is required, Dr. Berkenstock is pivotal in my continuing care with Wilmer, despite my moving to another state. I have recommended her to several family members, who are current patients, all report more than satisfactory care, 3 of them also live outside of Maryland.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Absolutely love her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr Berkenstock was very friendly and knowledgeable - and generated confidence in her ability.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Was a great experience.Sorry I ever left because of insuranceVery glad I am back
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Excellent attitude and discussion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Dr. Berkenstock always provides excellent care. She discusses my test results as compared to previous test results and makes recommendations based on that information. I feel confident that I am well taken care of.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr Meghan is excellent physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
I'm thankful for her quality of care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
No complaints
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Very good. I feel very comfortable to discuss my health issues with Dr.Berkenstock. She is very understanding and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2025
Best ever
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Dr. Berkenstock is an exceptional doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Very helpfull
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Dr. Berkenstock is wonderful, very relatable & kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
Dr. B is fantastic. I really trust her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Dr Berkenstock was extremely thorough in explaining and addressing my concerns. She was highly professional in her demeanor and provided information to give me an understanding of the cause and prognosis for my vision problems bringing some missing pieces together.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
I like Dr Berkenstock. She's kind and caring and is interested in my needs
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
All the doctors are great but I'm on like 6 different medications and sometimes they go thru them to fast to comprehend. Now I haven't checked my chart yet but if detailed I structions are there then I'm all right with the service at most recent appointment
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Intelligent, well-informed, bright, upbeat, very pleasant to work with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
Dr Berkenstock is the very best! Trust her implicitly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Very pleasant and explained everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
My doctor is great as what she does.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Dr.Berkenstock is THE BEST!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
Dr Berkenstock is so knowledgeable about her advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
I enjoy my visits with this physician. She is friendly and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
She is wonderful!!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Dr. Berkenstock is always very upbeat and kind. She seems very co didn't and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
She's the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Dr. Berkenstock is the best!Brilliant, and approachable.A patient couldn't ask for anything more.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Seems very competent and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Provider listened to all I said, and always has my best interest in mind with her diagnosis and future carel. All persons I interacted with during my visit were professional, courteous, and efficient. Makes me comfortable during my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
Dr Berkenstock is very thorough. She explained the results of X-ray of my optic nerves very well. She seemed to really care about my eye health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
Provider was very good
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
She listens and is very knowledgeable while being concerned about my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2025
Lovely person, very nice, knowledgeable and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
She was very complete.and did her research on the matter.