
Amanda Henderson, MD
Neuro-Ophthalmology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Young Adult 18-25
- Adult 26-64
- Older Adult 65+
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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FemaleJohns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Amanda Henderson
Professional Titles
- Chief, Neuro-Ophthalmology Division
- Frank B. Walsh Professor of Neuro-Ophthalmology
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology
Johns Hopkins Physician
Background
Dr. Henderson is the Frank B. Walsh Professor of Neuro-Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute and is the Chief of the Wilmer Neuro-Ophthalmology Division. She attended medical school at Emory University, completed an ophthalmology residency at the Medical College of Georgia, and completed a fellowship in neuro-ophthalmology at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute.
Her research interests include optic neuropathies, specifically non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy; high-value care; and the use of big data to answer neuro-ophthalmic questions. She also has a particular interest in medical education and serves as the Associate Ophthalmology Residency Program Director and the Neuro-Ophthalmology Fellowship Director.
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Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
Neuro Fellows Spread Wilmer’s Influence Worldwide, Wilmer Insider (Oct. 2021)
Scientists begin to unravel the mysteries of the coronavirus and brains, Washington Post (June 2021)
Maintaining Momentum in NAION Research, Wilmer Magazine (Dec. 2020)
Optic neuritis—when is it just ON and when does it mean more? (VIDEO), SRNA (Siegel Rare Neuroimmune Association) (Dec. 2019)
I Looked Down, Saw Two Left Hands and Four Feet, Closed One Eye and Keeled Over, Washington Post (Oct. 2017)
Additional Academic Titles
Associate Professor of Neurology
Research Interests
Non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy, Visual loss due to optic nerve conditions
Locations
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital
- 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-955-5080
- fax: 410-955-0468
- Howard County Medical Pavilion
- 10710 Charter Drive, Suite 310, Columbia, MD 21044
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-910-2330
- fax: 410-910-2393
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Miami Jackson Health, Neuro-Ophthalmology, 2016
- Residency: Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, Ophthalmology, 2015
- Medical Education: Emory University School of Medicine, MD, 2011
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 2017
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
4.7 out of 5
297 ratings, 101 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 3/18/2026
Thanks my Dr Henderson.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2026
Thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2026
I appreciate that Dr. Henderson was able to see me the same day of my NAION incident.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
Excellent visit, as usual.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
Dr. Henderson is a great Neuro ophthalmologist. She takes her time and listens to Concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
We waited over an hour.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
Dr. Henderson is informative, competent and friendly. She explains everything clearly and is very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
Dr. Henderson is great. I trust her completely with the treatment she provides.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
I have seen Dr Henderson for several years now and have always been pleased with her care and attention
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Thorough, caring, informative! Felt at ease with her professionalism!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Dr Henderson is professional, kind, and phenomenally competent when giving injections around my eye and on my eye lid.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2026
Very caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Dr. Henderson was referred as an eye expert which is certainly true.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Terrific!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
She was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Dr. Henderson saved my eye and gave me very effective treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
I sent a letter of appreciation to hospital administrators.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/23/2026
Very knowledgable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Excellent! Very caring, attentive listener. Makes me feel special!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2026
Everything was fine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
My emergency occurred while visiting Maryland and Dr Henderson agreed to see me on short notice. She listened to all my concerns and answered all my questions. She's very knowledgeable and professional. I was fortunate to be able to see her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
Dr Henderson explained the results of her examination, spent time talking with me about further testing, and took time to answer all of my questions.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
I waited over 3 hours past my appointment time before I saw the provider. Also she did not spend much timeWith me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2025
Dr. Henderson is a great neuro-ophthalmologist but reserved!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
No comments, but thanks so much for help!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr Henderson is a caring and supportive doctor who knows her specialty well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Dr. Henderson is a thoughtful and professional doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
I was given many tests and my MRI results were looked at to determine my results.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
She invoked trust and was very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Dr. Henderson is very personable and professional. I 100% trust her care and attention to my condition. She listens well and is easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Very good team
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
A team worked to care for me and they communicated nicely with each other and were respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Dr Henderson was very helpful, answered all my questions and was very pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
It was a pleasure meeting her, she was attentive to my somewhat vague descriptions of the problem and gave me time to assimilate her input while giving her expert opinion and advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr. Amanda is an excellent and comprehensive doctor. I am satisfied.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
Very professional and personal care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
The best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Outstanding! I gave scheduling a good rating rather than very good only because I had to wait seven months for this appointment. I know it's out of the schedulers hands and they were very polite. It's not their fault they are not more Neuro Opthamologists!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Dr. Henderson is amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Dr. Henderson always provides excellent care and is very knowledgeable
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
she is an exceptional doctor. I have recommended her to numerous colleagues. I would do anything to support her professional development and research.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Professional and Competent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr. Henderson is the Best!!! I really really appreciate her. She is an excellent representation of excellence!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr Henderson is very thorough and very nice. I like her a lot. I respect her opinions and the care that she gives.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Very experienced
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Informative and articulate in their expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Dr. Henderson is very personable and very professional!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
I felt so, so I was taken care of very well and that they're on top of the problem.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Every one that l spoke with was very professional and helpful.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
I was kept waiting for more than two hours before I saw an intern and then another half hour before I saw the doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr. Henderson has been just terrific as we've tried to figure out why I suddenly developed Diplopia. She is patient, kind - and rigorous. I feel very comfortable that she thought seriously about my issue, ordered tests that were appropriate and came to a well-considered diagnosis that I am comfortable with. I can now move forward to get my cataracts taken care of without worrying that something is terribly wrong.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Erudite, affable and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
I continue to see Dr Henderson because I trust her expertise and professionalism.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/22/2025
Dr Henderson and her assistant are awesome. Thorough, professional top notch! Highly recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Dr Henderson and all assistants were knowledgeable, mast pleasant and did a lot of tests to investigate my condition. This is excellent and most important.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Dr Henderson snd her team were very kind and obviously very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Thorough.
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2025
Provider spent no more than 10 min with patient, interrupted by a phone call, didn't go into cause of problem or solutions
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Notes were kinda vague... Using painters tape but would have been helpful to provide to us before we left because still not sure exactly what we need?? Only covering right eye? How long each day for how many days or weeks??
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
My appointments with Dr. Henderson have always been good experiences. She is both professional and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Dr Henderson is as good as it gets, if not better. Her expertise in the field gives a patient confidence that they are being treated with respect, courtesy and a thorough understanding of why you are there.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Dr Henderson is absolutely amazing!! She is kind and compassionate, extremely intelligent and gifted, and she truly cares about her patients. In 2020 I lost my eyesight in my right eye, due to ideopathic orbital inflammatory syndrome. She and her team brought my eyesight back after identifying the problem and treating with a steroid. I am forever grateful and thankful for her presence in my life and my good vision.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Amanda Henderson has been there for me when needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr Henderson is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr. Henderson was very professional and explained my condition in terms that I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/7/2025
Dr. Henderson is the Best. Excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Dr Henderson is a very skilled professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
The doctor was very caring and thoughtful. She explained the care and the diagnosis carefully.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Dr Henderson and all of the doctors and techs were great. Initial testing was done on time, however, waited over an hour after initial testing before I got to see the doctor. No information about the length of the wait was provided.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Dr. Henderson was friendly yet professional, efficient, respectful, excellent communicator. She was great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
The doctor was kind and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr Henderson has been extremely helpful and supportive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
Dr. Henderson has always been very helpful and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
She is an extremely capable, knowlegeable, patient and compassionate doctor. Need I say more?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
A very thorough exam was done on my eyes. She was very knowledgeable of My condition
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Dr henderson is tops in her field. Doing her best to correct my problem
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Dr Henderson and the whole team there were amazing. They listen, answer questions, ask questions, respond professionally and kindly. Patient centered describes your practice!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Was very caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Dr. Henderson is a consummate professional and while I'm pleased to be deemed stable enough to no longer need a specialist, I'm going to miss the level of care I received at Wilmer.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
L thank you to Dr. Henderson and thank you to the Wilma eye clinic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Very well done
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Terrific
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
She is very thorough and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Efficient knowledgeable caring pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Very nice experience overall waiting on MRI.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
Dr. Henderson is very attentive and thorough in her exam. She spends adequate time with me and always answers my questions. She has a very pleasant demeanor as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
I was very, very impressed with both Dr. Henderson and her attending physician. Both were extremely knowledgeable and I knew I was in the hands of the experts. They both did a very thorough exam. Just terrific!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
My visit was good, the actual process of test and seeing the Dr. Were fine. The only downside was the front desk were NOT very friendly and when I tried to schedule my ANNUAL visit, they told me I could not schedule times for a year out and - ""calls us back"" - when now is my burden to spend time trying to schedule a
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
Dr Henderson was excellent explaining the diagnosis, prognosis and follow uo care. Slecifically asked if I had any other ?'s or concerns befire ending my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2025
Dr Henderson is great She is positive, caring & professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
SheS terrific