Dr. Neal Sher, MD
Ophthalmologist
797.1 mi · 825 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
At a glance
Accepts 48 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Emblem Health, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Boston University
Works at Eye Care Associates, P.A.
Affiliated with Phillips Eye Institute
5.00
4 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
5.0
Recent reviews
Excellent, very knowledgable, takes time to explain. The best in his field - can't pay enough good things!!!
More than 1 year agoGW
I was very pleased with my visit & consultation The care was excellent by both Dr Sher and his assistants.
More than 1 year agoWH
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
UnitedHealthcare
VSP
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Popular visit reasons
Contact Lenses
Eye Infection
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation
General Eye Follow Up
Glaucoma Follow Up
Keratoconus
Refractive Surgery Consultation
Contact Lenses
Eye Infection
Eyeglasses
General Eye Consultation
More about Dr. Neal Sher, MD
A native of New York, Dr. Sher received his M.D. degree with honors from Boston University School of Medicine at the age of 22. He completed his internship in at the University of Minnesota Hospitals. After internship, he fulfilled his military service as a commissioned officer in the US Public Health Service and was assigned to do cancer and immunology research for three years at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. He returned to Minneapolis to complete an ophthalmology residency at the University of Minnesota Hospitals. After three and half years of residency, he travelled to London, UK for additional fellowship training in corneal and external eye disease at prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital of the University of London. Dr. Sher became Board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology as well as the American College of Surgeons (FACS).
Dr. Sher specializes in corneal surgery and laser vision correction surgery. Over the last 25 years, he has performed thousands of laser vision correction procedures and is internationally recognized as a leader in the field of refractive surgery. Dr. Sher has been named Top Doctor by Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine many times and has also been awarded the prestigious Troutman Award by the International Society for Refractive Surgery and subsequently elected to its Board.
Besides laser vision correction, Dr. Sher's practice also includes the re-treatments of prior LASIK/PRK or RK, routine comprehensive medical eye exams, treatment of corneal and external eye diseases, eye infections, corneal dystrophy, conjunctivitis, allergy eyes, glaucoma, corneal surgery and transplantation, keratoconus and uveitis. He also performs exams for eyeglasses and contacts.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Boston University
University of Minnesota, Residency in Ophthalmology
Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, Fellowship in Corneal and External Eye Diseases
Practice
Eye Care Associates, P.A.
Affiliation
Phillips Eye Institute
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional memberships
American Academy of Ophthalmology
American College of Surgeons
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Awards and publications
Over 60 publications including two textbooks on refractive surgery
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1598762700
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Optometrist
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Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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4 reviews
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Excellent, very knowledgable, takes time to explain. The best in his field - can't pay enough good things!!!
More than 1 year agoGW
I was very pleased with my visit & consultation The care was excellent by both Dr Sher and his assistants.
More than 1 year agoWH
Exemplary, very thorough. Complete explanation provides dialogue/commentary on technical readings Gives complete perspective on my 'eye' health
More than 1 year agoRW
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Which hospital is Dr. Neal Sher affiliated with?
Dr. Neal Sher is affiliated with Phillips Eye Institute.
What practice does Dr. Neal Sher work with?
Dr. Neal Sher works with Eye Care Associates, P.A..
Where is Dr. Neal Sher's office located?
Dr. Neal Sher's office is located at 825 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402.
Which board certifications does Dr. Neal Sher have?
Dr. Neal Sher is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Neal Sher?
Dr. Neal Sher frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Refractive Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Neal Sher on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Neal Sher speak?
Dr. Neal Sher speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Neal Sher in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Dr. Neal Sher. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.