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Dr. William Schiff, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 62
Dr. William Schiff, MD
4.6 (28 Ratings)
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Dr. William Schiff, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 62
New York, NY
Accepting new patients
 

Overview

Dr. William Schiff, MD works in New York, NY as an Ophthalmologist.
They are board certified in Ophthalmology and graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine. Dr. Schiff completed a residency at Mount Sinai St Lukes. Dr. Schiff has has worked on more claims relating to Chorioretinal Scars, Macular Hole and Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Schiff has received an average rating of 4.6 from patients and has been reviewed 28 times. They are affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Schiff practices at Northwell Health Physician Partners Ophthalmology at MEETH in New York, NY.

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Locations

  1. 1 Northwell Health Physician Partners Ophthalmology at MEETH
    210 E 64th St Fl 7, New York, NY 10065

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4.6
Based on 28 Reviews
5 Stars (25)
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Nov 12, 2020
Dr. Schiff is the most competent and compassionate doctor. He spends time with you, answers all questions and is very thorough. He was so patient with me, as I am squeamish about my eyes. The epitome of a fantastic doctor. His staff is competent and efficient.
Nancy Hafter — Nov 12, 2020
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • New York University Grossman School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Mount Sinai St Lukes
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • New York Eye And Ear Infirmary
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Dr. William Schiff, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Schiff accepts Aetna, Amerihealth and Anthem as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Schiff accepts here.

Dr. Schiff frequently sees patients for Chorioretinal Scars, Macular Hole and Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear.

Dr. Schiff has a star rating of 4.6/5 and has been reviewed 28 times.

Dr. Schiff is board certified in Ophthalmology.

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