Dr. Gary Hirshfield, MD, New Hyde Park, NY

About Dr. Gary Hirshfield

Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield is a Board certified ophthalmologist with more than 30 years of experience helping patients protect and improve their vision. He specializes in cataract surgery, glaucoma care, diabetic eye disease, and conditions affecting the cornea, retina, and optic nerve. Dr. Hirshfield trained at Yale University and the Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, he has also taught and mentored future eye surgeons. Dr. Hirshfield is widely recognized for his leadership in ophthalmology and is committed to compassionate, easy to understand, patient focused care.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Glaucoma

Secondary membranaous cataract surgery

Vitreous opacities and degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration

Cataract

Cataract surgery with lens implant

Glaucoma

Secondary membranaous cataract surgery

Vitreous opacities and degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration

Office location

Optum Medical Care P.C. - 2 Ohio Dr, Ste 200

2 Ohio Dr, Ste 200, New Hyde Park, NY 11042

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Education and background

Practice names

Optum Medical Care, P.C.

Board certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology

Education and training

Medical School - Yale University School of Medicine: Gonzalez Ingrid MD, Doctor of Medicine
Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, Residency in Ophthalmology
Queens' College (Bachelor's)

Awards and publications

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1063415420

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What practice does Dr. Gary Hirshfield work with?

Dr. Gary Hirshfield works with Optum Medical Care, P.C..

Where is Dr. Gary Hirshfield's office located?

Dr. Gary Hirshfield's office is located at 2 Ohio Dr, New Hyde Park, NY 11042.

Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Hirshfield have?

Dr. Gary Hirshfield is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Gary Hirshfield?

Dr. Gary Hirshfield frequently sees patients for Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Gary Hirshfield on their profile.