- Dr. Paul P Svitra, MD
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Dr. Paul P Svitra, MD
Ophthalmology
- New York, New Hyde Park
Overview
Dr. Paul P Svitra, MD works in New Hyde Park, New York is a specialist in Ophthalmology and graduated Duke Eye Center in 1990. Dr. Svitra is affiliated with Glen Cove Hospital, North Shore University Hospital and practicing for 39 years
Specialties
- Ophthalmology
Conditions
• Abscess• Anorectal Abscess and Fistula
• Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease
• Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease, Type 1
• Chronic Joint Pain
• Hallucinogen Dependence
• Inner Ear Repair
• Keratoconus
• Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
• Lung Cancer
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• Neuropathy, Distal Hereditary Motor, Jerash Type
• Nickel Contact Allergy
• Paraesophageal Hernia
• Parasomnias
• Radical Hysterectomies for Cervical Cancer
• Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
• Ritalin Abuse
• Rumination Disorder
• Salivary Gland Surgery
• Sebaceous Carcinoma of the Eyelid
• Stereotactic Lesions
• Temporal Bone Disorder
• Transarterial Chemoembolization
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Procedures
• Destruction of Lesion of Retina and Choroid• Repair of Retinal Detachment or Retinal Tear
Board Certifications
- Board Certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
Years Since Graduation
- 39
State License
- New York
Spoken Languages
- Spanish
Education & Training
Fellowship Hospital
Duke Eye Center
Durham, NC, USA
Year completed: 1990
Durham, NC, USA
Year completed: 1990
Medical School
Joan Sanford I Weill Medical College Of Cornell University
New York, NY, United States
Graduated: 1984
New York, NY, United States
Graduated: 1984
Residency Hospital
Massachusetts Eye And Ear Infirmary
Boston, MA, USA
Year completed: 1989
Boston, MA, USA
Year completed: 1989
Undergraduate Schools
New York University
New York, NY, USA
Graduated: 1979
New York, NY, USA
Graduated: 1979
Internship Hospital
Winthrop-University Hospital
Mineola, NY, USA
Year completed: 1985
Mineola, NY, USA
Year completed: 1985
Awards
1 AAO
2 American Academy of Ophthalmology
3 ARVO
4 Board member
5 Curriculum Vitae Provided on reqest, containing approximately 50 articles, presentations and abstracts, both in the United States, Europe, and South America
6 Diabetic Retinopathy 50 years ago was a leading cause of blindness in all ages. Today, if properly monitored, and treated with laser and surgery, the risks have been greatly reduced.
7 New York Medical Society
8 New York State Medical Association
9 New York State Ophthalmological Society
10 North Shore Hospital-Cornell Medical Center
11 Retina Society
12 THe need for close monitoring and noting early signs of wet exudative macular degeneration leads to preservation of vision.
Dr. Svitra Reviews
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I would recommend this provider to a friend
I received a timely response to my questions and concerns.
I got an appointment when I needed one.
They kept things moving and on time during my visit.
I got an appointment when I needed one.
They kept things moving and on time during my visit.
I received a thorough evaluation.
I received a correct diagnosis and up-to-date treatment.
I was given specific advice on lifestyle changes I can make to improve my health.
I received a correct diagnosis and up-to-date treatment.
I was given specific advice on lifestyle changes I can make to improve my health.
I was given the medical information I needed in an understandable way.
The provider really listened, gave me the time I needed, and put me at ease.
We discussed treatment options and choices I have.
The provider addressed traditional and alternative medicine treatment options in an open-minded way.
The provider really listened, gave me the time I needed, and put me at ease.
We discussed treatment options and choices I have.
The provider addressed traditional and alternative medicine treatment options in an open-minded way.
The results of my care met my expectations.
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Alan
on Mar 19, 2022
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Alan
on Mar 19, 2022
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Dr. Svitra has provided years of excellent care, managing my diabetic retinopathy. His experience and level of expertise... is superb, and he is a caring, thorough, and attentive physician, always taking the time to address my questions and concerns. I would highly recommend him for anyone with a serious retinal condition. more details
Office Locations
Primary location
Paul P Svitra MD
3003 New Hyde Parks Road Suite 203
New York (NY)
New Hyde Park
11042
Phone:(516) 327-0505
Additional data:
Avg. Appt. Time for Existing Patients: 30 days
Avg. Appt. Time for New Patients: 3 days
Avg. Wait Room Time: 3 minutes
Free Standing Surgery Center? No
Office Volume: 30 patients per day
Performs Procedures On Site? No
Year Dr. Svitra Joined Practice: 1985
Other Office Locations
Paul P Svitra MD
70 East Sunrise Highway Suite 409
New York (NY)
New Hyde Park
11581
Phone:(516) 825-3000
Accepting New Patients
- Yes
Map & Directions
Paul P Svitra MD, 3003 New Hyde Parks Road Suite 203, New Hyde Park, New York (NY), 11042
Insurances Accepted (check insurance plans)
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP) HMO
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice Plus POS
- Choice Plus POS II
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- EmblemHealth
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
- Freedom Plan
- GHI PPO
- Great West Healthcare-Cigna PPO
- Health Insurance Plan of Greater New York (HIP) PPO
- Humana
- MagnaCare
- MagnaCare PPO
- Medicare
- Medicare MCR
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- Navigate HMO
- Navigate POS
- Open Access Plus
- Options PPO
- Oxford Health Plans
- Oxford Liberty
- PHCS Network PPO
- United Healthcare
- UnitedHealthCare
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Affiliated Hospitals
North Shore University Hospital
300 Community Drive
New York NY,
Manhasset,
11030
North Shore University Hospital is a hospital located in Manhasset, NY. This hospital reports jointly with North Shore University Hospital Syosset. Therefore the ratings and awards apply to multiple hospitals and this specific hospital may not provide all rated services. Procedures/Diagnosis costs a...
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