Dr. Paul Svitra, MD
Dr. Paul Svitra, MD
Overview
Dr. Paul Svitra, MD works in New Hyde Park, NY as
They are board certified in
Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.
Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.
Patients said the staff was friendly.
Patients said scheduling was easy.
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Insurance Accepted
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Home Care Benefit Fund
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National (BlueCard) PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
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Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP) HMO
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HealthyBlue Advantage
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Emblem Health
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United Healthcare
Locations
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Ophthalmology Retina, Macula and Diabetic Eye Care3003 New Hyde Park Rd Ste 203, New Hyde Park, NY 11042
Patient Satisfaction
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His examinations are thorough and he spends all the time necessary to address my questions and concerns. Over many years, I have always felt confident with his care in each and every visit, and can attest that his other patients also regard him very highly.
About Me
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Education
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Weill Cornell Medical College
1984
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology
Internship
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Winthrop - University Hospital
1985
Residency
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Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
1989
Fellowship
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Duke Eye Center
1989
Frequently Asked Questions
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Dr. Svitra accepts 1199SIEU, Aetna and Anthem as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Svitra accepts here.
Dr. Svitra's office is located at 3003 New Hyde Park Rd Ste 203 New Hyde Park, NY 11042.
Dr. Svitra frequently sees patients for
Yes, Dr. Svitra speaks Lithuanian. See Dr. Svitra's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.
Dr. Svitra has a star rating of 4.7/5 and has been reviewed 15 times.
Dr. Svitra is board certified in
Dr. Svitra has been practicing as a Vitreoretinal Disease Specialist for 40 years.
Hospital Affiliations
- NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island
- Long Island Jewish Medical Center
- North Shore University Hospital Syosset
- North Shore University Hospital
- Glen Cove Hospital
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