Dr. Varun Pawar, MD
Ophthalmologist
620.1 mi · 310 E 14th St, Ste 319, New York, NY 10003
At a glance
4.91 stars (103 reviews)
98% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 19 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Works at Mount Sinai Doctors-Astoria
2 office locations · View practice profile
Affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital
The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and 1 more
4.91
103 reviews
Bedside manner
4.9
Wait time
4.7
Recent reviews
Dr. Pawar has a pleasant personality and listened carefully to my concerns. He encourages questions. I highly recommend him.
AWM
Elmhurst, NY
August 14, 2023Audrey W.Verified patient
Dr. Pawar has a warm personality and listens well. He answered my questions and offered options for my treatment. I had my medical records sent to me and he referred to them in helping me helping me understand my condition.
July 6, 2023Audrey W.Verified patient
Office locations
1
1.
Mount Sinai Doctors-Astoria
615.8 mi · 310 E 14th St, Ste 319, New York, NY, 10003
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Mount Sinai Doctors-Astoria
620.1 mi · 2520 30th Ave, Astoria, NY, 11102
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BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
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BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
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Cataract surgery with lens implant
Glaucoma
Cataract surgery with lens implant
Glaucoma
More about Dr. Varun Pawar, MD
Varun K. Pawar, MD, is an Assistant Professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and practices ophthalmology at Mount Sinai Doctors Astoria. A native of Ohio, Dr. Pawar received his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, before also completing an internship in internal medicine there. He went on study advanced ophthalmic practice, completing his residency at Saint Louis University Hospital and his fellowship at the University of California, San Francisco. Dr. Pawar practiced comprehensive ophthalmology at a private practice in Chicago before relocating to New York.
Dr. Pawar provides a wide range of ophthalmic services, with clinical focuses ranging from vision correction to eye injuries and disorders. He specializes in eye inflammation, or uveitis, and combines ophthalmic research with practice to treat and control underlying immune responses that affect the eyes. With a belief that consistency is crucial in treating chronic eye conditions, Dr. Pawar takes special care to build rapport with his patients—listening closely to concerns and explaining their care in plain language.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of Cincinnati, Doctor of Medicine
Saint Louis University Hospital (Residency)
University of California, San Francisco (Fellowship)
University of Cincinnati, Internship in Internal Medicine
Practice
Affiliation
The Mount Sinai Hospital
The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary
Mount Sinai West
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1346685971
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.91
Wait time
4.73
Bedside manner
4.94
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103 reviews
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I walked out of the office seeing better in my left eye after laser adjustment. I was not expecting that on a first visit.
March 3, 2022Jaime R.Verified patient
Excellent service and the Doctor was more than great very professional and very knowledgeable about his work
April 19, 2021Carlos B.Verified patient
An excellent ophthalmologist, a great office and great technology and wonderful staff.
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Everyone was super friendly and helpful. I was completely at ease and happy!
February 23, 2021Courtney B.Verified patient
He was very thorough, Profesional and made me feel like he was listening.
March 25, 2021Jean M.Verified patient
Doctor Pawar is great! Very professional and knowledgeable.
January 12, 2023Sandra D.Verified patient
Dr Pawar was friendly and did a good job explaining my condition
June 7, 2021Beatrice P.Verified patient
They were very welcoming and attentive to my needs.
June 28, 2021Diana F.Verified patient
He’s fabulous, I totally dig his style. Thanks doc
February 6, 2021Stephen D.Verified patient
Dr. Pawar has a pleasant personality and listened carefully to my concerns. He encourages questions. I highly recommend him.
AWM
Elmhurst, NY
August 14, 2023Audrey W.Verified patient
Dr. Pawar has a warm personality and listens well. He answered my questions and offered options for my treatment. I had my medical records sent to me and he referred to them in helping me helping me understand my condition.
July 6, 2023Audrey W.Verified patient
I needed an eye exam right away and was able to book an appointment quick.
Very happy with the appointment , the Physician Dr pawar , the staff and the results.
May 15, 2023Farhad N.Verified patient
The staff were friendly and efficient. The Doctor was thorough in his examination and provided me with information regarding several treatment options.
December 1, 2022James H.Verified patient
Dr Pawar was so helpful and understanding on my situation. He explained everything I need to know and gave me some tests to informed me about my problem . Thank you
August 18, 2022Annabelle M.Verified patient
Had the best experience ever with Dr Pawar! The entire team was super friendly and made me feel very comfortable during my appointment.
May 27, 2022Brianna S.Verified patient
Probably the nicest doctor I’ve ever seen.
February 17, 2022Caitlin M.Verified patient
Dr. Pawar is great. He runs on time, answered all my questions, and is friendly. The office is highly efficient and runs smoothly.
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The office staff were nice. Dr Pawar was so professional and he took his time during my eye examination and he explained everything in the level which I understood.
I highly recommend him he specialize in eye inflammation.
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June 2, 2021Roman P.Verified patient
Great doctor! Explained things clearly and provided clear prognosis and treatment plan. It’s taken three opthamolgists to figure out what is wrong with me, happy I found him. Highly recommend.
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Dr. Pawar and his technician were kind, friendly, and thorough- I felt heard, listened to and addressed, and left confident in their assessment. Would highly recommend.
April 27, 2021Tatum K.Verified patient
Great doctor. Very informative and thorough.
March 31, 2021Christian G.Verified patient
Awesome doctor!
March 18, 2021George Z.Verified patient
Everyone I encountered was helpful, friendly, and kind. I especially liked the doctor's bedside manner. He was extremely easy-going and made sure that I felt comfortable.
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Which hospital is Dr. Varun Pawar affiliated with?
Dr. Varun Pawar is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, and Mount Sinai West.
What practice does Dr. Varun Pawar work with?
Dr. Varun Pawar works with Mount Sinai Doctors-Astoria.
Where is Dr. Varun Pawar's office located?
Dr. Varun Pawar has 2 office locations, including in Astoria and New York, view full addresses on Dr. Pawar's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Varun Pawar have?
Dr. Varun Pawar is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Varun Pawar?
Dr. Varun Pawar frequently sees patients for Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Varun Pawar on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Varun Pawar speak?
Dr. Varun Pawar speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Varun Pawar in reviews?
103 patients have reviewed Dr. Varun Pawar. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.91/5. They have a 4.94/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.73/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.