What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.72
Average wait time
4.18
Bedside manner
4.90
“Dr. Yelgar was knowledgeable and had an excellent bedside manner. My appointment with him was quick but thorough. He made sure to triple check with me on how well I could see with the different prescription options he was trying. I wish the wait time didn't take almost 1.5 hours AFTER my scheduled appointment time. I even made sure to get there at least 20 minutes early. I'm not sure I would return to this location unless I make one of the first appointments of the day.”
Initials hiddenMore than 1 year ago
“Dr. Shri was fantastic and thorough . Explained everything to me very well so that I understood . He also answered all my questions and followed up . He is extremely helpful and has a calming and polite presence . Highly recommend ! !”
Diamond Y.August 6, 2020
About Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar
Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar is a New York State licensed optometrist who has robust clinical training in the diagnosis and management of ocular disease including glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, dry eye and many other conditions. He is also skilled in comprehensive and contact lens related care.
Dr. Yelgar earned his Bachelor of Sciences in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior from The University of California, Davis and went on to receive his Doctorate of Optometry at The State University of New York College of Optometry in midtown Manhattan. During his clinical training, Dr. Yelgar rotated through Port Hueneme Naval Base in California, West Haven VA in Connecticut, and Weiss Eyes, a private practice in Virginia.
Dr. Yelgar is a humanitarian at heart. As a student, he volunteered extensively with Remote Area Medical, providing care to the underprivileged in rural Appalachia. Following graduation, Dr. Yelgar spent three months volunteering at Aravind Eye Hospital in India where he taught classes to doctors and nurses, learned firsthand about management of advanced disease, established clinics, and helped the hospital to win an international award.
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Education and training
- State University of New York, Doctor of Optometry
- University of California, Davis (Bachelor's)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1801355995
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.72
Wait time
4.18
Bedside manner
4.90
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Very welcoming and professional Experience. I have only positive things to say about every person I came into contact with.
October 17, 2019Paul C.Verified patient
I love the Dr. he was very professional and very attentive to my concerns. I would Definitely return to his clinic.
October 29, 2019Taisha N.Verified patient
Dr. Yelgar was very personable and thorough. He answered all my questions and explained different options for me.
More than 1 year agoJan P.Verified patient
Everything was great other than the waiting time even though there was one patient before me during this lockdown.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr was great! He was very friendly and had excellent bedside manner! The wait was little longer than anticipated.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He was fantastic. Took the time to answer all my questions and give me a thorough explanation for everything.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great doctor - super personable and took the time to explain things in simple terms. Would highly recommend!
July 23, 2019Initials hidden
he was nice. Didn't know why I needed to do an eye exam for a hordeolum. Unlike that, he was nice
February 11, 2020Initials hidden
Excellent. Loved my thorough exam. The selection covered by my carrier is pretty good.
More than 1 year agoEE
Very nice doctor, thorough and efficient. Interested in answering any question I had.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Super nice and friendly. Very informative and eager to answer any questions/concerns.
August 29, 2019Alexa Z.Verified patient
Awesome doctor he knows what his doing very friendly and excellent listener
January 27, 2020Nazmul H.Verified patient
Great! Dr. Yelgar was awesome. Very attentive, professional, and friendly.
More than 1 year agoJessica L.Verified patient
He’s great! To the point but thorough. Has a very nice way about him.
More than 1 year agoElizabeth I.Verified patient
i always love going to my appointments with dr shri, he is the best
More than 1 year agoAndreina U.Verified patient
Legitimately one of the best eyecare experiences I have had
November 26, 2019Justin A.Verified patient
Everything was great except wait time was too long!
October 1, 2020Initials hidden
It’s a messy practice. I would avoid if possible.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Yelgar was knowledgeable and had an excellent bedside manner. My appointment with him was quick but thorough. He made sure to triple check with me on how well I could see with the different prescription options he was trying. I wish the wait time didn't take almost 1.5 hours AFTER my scheduled appointment time. I even made sure to get there at least 20 minutes early. I'm not sure I would return to this location unless I make one of the first appointments of the day.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Shri was fantastic and thorough . Explained everything to me very well so that I understood . He also answered all my questions and followed up . He is extremely helpful and has a calming and polite presence . Highly recommend ! !
August 6, 2020Diamond Y.Verified patient
Really appreciated Dr. Yelgar's friendly tone - he also explained something to me about my contact lenses that I never knew before, even though I've been going to yearly check-ins for a while.
February 18, 2020Zoe C.Verified patient
Left feeling relieved,Dr. Yelgar is passionate about what he does and seemed eager to correct my vision. That's exactly what he did and Im excited to see the world with proper vision.
February 10, 2020Keith M.Verified patient
Friendly, professional, and thorough in his exam. Walked me through my personal eye care situation holistically and very patiently. Highly recomment
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
It took about 35 minutes after my appointment time to be seen, but it was quickly resolved with the kindness of everyone in the facility. Everyone was patient, knowledgeable, organized, and kind. Highly recommend. Be prepared to wait, but also anticipate excellent service.
January 7, 2020Matthew G.Verified patient
Amazingly kind and patient doctor who likes to provide thorough explanations of everything. Never got the feeling that I was rushed.
December 17, 2019Fangyuan Z.Verified patient
Excellent service!
December 2, 2019Petra K.Verified patient
He was great and super helpful. He explained everything to me and answered all of my questions. Everyone who works there was super helpful and went the extra mile to make sure that I got everything I needed.
November 26, 2019Kimberly P.Verified patient
Excellent bedside manner and very efficient.
November 26, 2019Rose L.Verified patient
The Dr was very thorough describing what was going on with my eye and gave me options to treat it. Would definitely recommend !
November 21, 2019Kerry D.Verified patient
Doctor Shrishyla was very attentive and took good care of me, he explained my case to me
if necessary I will return without hesitation
I recomande
November 4, 2019Hajar S.Verified patient
Great doctor! Very professional and attentive!
October 8, 2019Olga B.Verified patient
My visit went as smooth as possible, i had a routine eye exam and was told my new prescription and was given a copy. Shrishlya Yelgar was extremely pleasant and precise about the health of my eyes and even gave me tips on how i can help improve them.
October 3, 2019Jonathan V.Verified patient
Dr. Yelgar is great! He takes the time to understand how you well see and determine how he can help you see better, as well as possible. His assistants are very helpful and some of them speak Spanish as well. They all care about patients' well being.
Thank you!
August 27, 2019Melissa M.Verified patient
He is very professional and knowledgeable
August 12, 2019Mutty S.Verified patient
The doctor was very professional and very easy to speak to, providing me some honest and good guidance about my eye health. He was thorough and answered all my questions. Would definitely see him again!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Shrishyla was amazing. He was nice, insightful and left me feeling fully taken care of. I highly recommend him. The wait was a bit long especially for how short the actual appointment was, but not a deal breaker.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Yelgar is wonderful. So sweet, so down to earth. He listens and is really helpful. The room is clean and the people are professional. Definitely pay Dr. Yelgar a visit, he’s great!
July 18, 2019Alexandra N.Verified patient
Very friendly and patient.
June 27, 2019Lydia K.Verified patient
Very pleased with my visit, very knowlegable.
More than 1 year agoSE
I like the good and fast service.
More than 1 year agoIG
Exlelent profesionist. Exlelent staf.
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What practice does Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar work with?
Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar works with Lens Lab Optical.
Where is Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar's office located?
Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar's office is located at 187 E 116th St, New York, NY 10029.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar?
Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eye Infection, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar speak?
Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar in reviews?
186 patients have reviewed Dr. Shrishyla Yelgar. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.72/5. They have a 4.9/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.18/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.