What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.93
Average wait time
4.84
Bedside manner
4.95
“Amazing experience very helpful and extremely thorough. Most importantly did not feel rushed! Dr spent significant time and took beyond great care of me. Will be back for sure!!”
Edward R.October 23, 2025
“Highly recommend. I booked the appointment late last night for early this morning, and the process was very easy and efficient. The staff was kind and got me set up quickly for the appointment. the dr was very kind and knowledgeable. ”
Ryan B.October 13, 2025
About Dr. Teru Hayashi
Beautiful, clean, spacious modern office with high-definition Zeiss cameras. COVID-19 update: Dr. Teru Hayashi, Dr. Naomi Hayashi, and Dr. Kichiemon Asoma have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19. *West 38th between 5th Ave and 6th Ave.* **Please use the Zocdoc app to select My Account; Insurance Card; upload a photo of your insurance card.** We will send you our own medical history forms.
Dr. Teru Hayashi is in some BUT NOT ALL versions of Aetna, Cigna, GHI, HIP, Medicare, and UHC plans, as well as Nippon Life, AIG, and travel plans.
Gentle medical eye exams with a caring, attentive physician using up-to-date advanced imaging technology. Dr. Teru Hayashi earned a Doctor of Optometry degree from one of the top optometry programs in the nation at Nova Southeastern University.
Gentle exams and medical treatments for cataracts, glaucoma, high eye pressure, diabetes, hypertensive retinopathy, dry eyes, red or itchy eyes, and styes.
Dr. Teru Hayashi speaks English and knows some Spanish words related to the eyes. A Japanese interpreter is available upon request.
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Office location
Dr. Teru Hayashi, OD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Nova Southeastern University, Doctor of Optometry
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1902312143
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.93
Wait time
4.84
Bedside manner
4.95
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My experience was very good. The only problem was they did not have the appointment that I made on ZOCDOC.
August 11, 2025Naomi S.Verified patient
Amazing experience very helpful and extremely thorough. Most importantly did not feel rushed! Dr spent significant time and took beyond great care of me. Will be back for sure!!
October 23, 2025Edward R.Verified patient
Highly recommend. I booked the appointment late last night for early this morning, and the process was very easy and efficient. The staff was kind and got me set up quickly for the appointment. the dr was very kind and knowledgeable.
October 13, 2025Ryan B.Verified patient
The staff was great from the minute I walked through the door. The took me in right away after I filled out my paperwork. They quickly took me through the initial required pretests and I immediately saw the Doctor. He Wle was warm and listened and put me at ease. Explained everything and answered my questions. I would definitely recommend him and the practice to all.
August 13, 2025Lorenzo Q.Verified patient
Seamless experience, will definitely go back
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Dr. Hayashi was wonderful. He was thorough, answered all of my questions, and gave me really detailed instructions to treat my eye infection. Highly recommend Dr. Hayashi and his practice.
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Great doctor! Spent time with me and listened to my concerns. The office is clean and conveniently located and they took me in right away. Staff are all very friendly, kind, and efficient. I highly recommend Dr Teru.
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What practice does Dr. Teru Hayashi work with?
Dr. Teru Hayashi works with Apple Ophthalmology.
Where is Dr. Teru Hayashi's office located?
Dr. Teru Hayashi has 2 office locations in New York, view full addresses on Dr. Hayashi's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Teru Hayashi?
Dr. Teru Hayashi frequently sees patients for Eye Emergency Visit, Eye Infection, General Eye Consultation, Glaucoma Consultation, and Retina Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Teru Hayashi on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Teru Hayashi speak?
Dr. Teru Hayashi speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Teru Hayashi in reviews?
27 patients have reviewed Dr. Teru Hayashi. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.93/5. They have a 4.95/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.84/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.