Dr. Lauren Wolitzer, OD

Dr. Lauren Wolitzer, OD

Optometric Glaucoma Specialist
1760 2nd Ave, New York, NY
Dr. Lauren Wolitzer, formerly Dr. Lauren Smith, received her Doctor of Optometry degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry. Before her graduate education, Dr. Wolitzer received her B.A. in Psychology cum laude from New York University. Dr. Wolitzer has experience with complicated refractions (eyeglass prescription testing) and contact lens fittings. She works extensively with all types of contact lenses from routine fittings to specialty custom lenses for irregular corneas. Dr. Wolitzer is known for her compassionate and thoughtful approach to fitting multifocal and monovision contact lenses in order to help each patient achieve their visual needs. Dr. Wolitzer completed a three-month intensive rotation in a specialty contact lens clinic where she received additional training in diagnosing and fitting patients with keratoconus and irregular corneas. Additionally, Dr. Wolitzer was the 2013 recipient of the American Optometric Foundation Award of Excellence in Contact Lens Patient Care. In addition to comprehensive vision care, she manages and treats an array of ocular diseases including glaucoma and dry eye.

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About Dr. Lauren Wolitzer

Dr. Lauren Wolitzer, formerly Dr. Lauren Smith, received her Doctor of Optometry degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry. Before her graduate education, Dr. Wolitzer received her B.A. in Psychology cum laude from New York University. Dr. Wolitzer has experience with complicated refractions (eyeglass prescription testing) and contact lens fittings. She works extensively with all types of contact lenses from routine fittings to specialty custom lenses for irregular corneas. Dr. Wolitzer is known for her compassionate and thoughtful approach to fitting multifocal and monovision contact lenses in order to help each patient achieve their visual needs. Dr. Wolitzer completed a three-month intensive rotation in a specialty contact lens clinic where she received additional training in diagnosing and fitting patients with keratoconus and irregular corneas. Additionally, Dr. Wolitzer was the 2013 recipient of the American Optometric Foundation Award of Excellence in Contact Lens Patient Care. In addition to comprehensive vision care, she manages and treats an array of ocular diseases including glaucoma and dry eye.

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Popular visit reasons

Cataract Consultation
Computer Vision Syndrome
Contact Lenses
Eye Infection
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation
Glaucoma Consultation
Routine Eye Exam
Cataract Consultation
Computer Vision Syndrome
Contact Lenses
Eye Infection

Office location

Thuy Tran
1760 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128

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Board certifications

  • National Board of Examiners in Optometry

Education and training

  • SUNY COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY, Doctor of Optometry

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1699115980

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Dr. Lauren Wolitzer's office is located at 1760 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128.

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Dr. Lauren Wolitzer is certified by National Board of Examiners in Optometry.

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Dr. Lauren Wolitzer speaks English.

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