The 20 Best Optic Neuritis Doctors Near Me in worcester, MA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Optic Neuritis near worcester, MA. Of these, 12 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Robert L. Gise
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Robert L. Gise
    Ophthalmology
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    Robert L. Gise, MD

    210 Lincoln Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    508-755-4922
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Robert Gise is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Gise is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Papilledema, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma. Dr. Gise is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Gise is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis
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    UMass Memorial Medical Center - Hahnemann Campus

    281 Lincoln Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    508-334-6855
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Priya Janardhana is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Janardhana is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Uveitis, Scleritis, Neuroretinitis, and Glaucoma. Dr. Janardhana is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Janardhana is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
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    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    508-793-6555
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Offers Telehealth

    Idanis Morales is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Morales is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Encephalitis, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease. Dr. Morales is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Morales is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
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    UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus

    55 Lake Avenue North, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    508-793-6555
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Hemond is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Hemond is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Encephalitis, and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease. Dr. Hemond is board certified in Neurology.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
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    New England Regional Headache Center, Inc.

    23 Harvard Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    508-890-5633
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
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    Offers Telehealth

    Herbert Markley is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Markley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Cluster Headache, and Headache. Dr. Markley is board certified in Neurology. Dr. Markley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Gabriel A. Lun
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Gabriel A. Lun
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Luna Eye Surgery LLC

    21 North Quinsigamond Avenue, 
    Shrewsbury, MA 
     (2.7 miles away)
    774-570-5140
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Gabriel Lun is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. Dr. Lun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Congenital Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Glaucoma. Dr. Lun is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Lun is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Lisa N. Neavyn
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Lisa N. Neavyn
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Rice Ophthalmology Assoc. P.C.

    591 Lincoln St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    508-853-2020
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Lisa Neavyn is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Neavyn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Hyphema, and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Jeremy B. Meltzer
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Jeremy B. Meltzer
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Meltzer Eye Care Center

    591 Lincoln Street, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    508-757-4160
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Jeremy Meltzer is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Meltzer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Pinguecula. Dr. Meltzer is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Meltzer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Jeffrey P. Gallo
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Jeffrey P. Gallo
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Worcester Ophthalmology Associates

    25 Oak Avenue, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    508-421-2010
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jeffrey Gallo is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Gallo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Gallo is board certified in Ophthalmology. Dr. Gallo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Lianna M. Valdes
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Lianna M. Valdes
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Hahnemann Campus

    281 Lincoln St, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    508-334-6855
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese, Spanish
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    Lianna Valdes is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Valdes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Uveitis, Scleritis, Neuroretinitis, and Meibomianitis. Dr. Valdes is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    Clini TECH Services

    135 Gold Star Blvd, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    508-856-9599
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
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    Roberto Cavalieros is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Cavalieros is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Meibomianitis. Dr. Cavalieros is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    516-728-1972
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bahadar Srichawla is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. He has been practicing medicine for over 9 years. Dr. Srichawla is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anton Syndrome, CACH Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Laminectomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis
    Referral may be required

    UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center

    55 Lake Ave N, 
    Worcester, MA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    508-334-2527
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Offers Telehealth

    Mustafa Al Gburi is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Worcester, Massachusetts. Dr. Al Gburi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), Familial Dysautonomia, and Dysgraphia.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Steven R. Brusie
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Steven R. Brusie
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Valley Eye Physicians And Surgeons

    420 Lakeside Ave, 
    Marlborough, MA 
     (12.6 miles away)
    978-772-4000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Brusie is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Dr. Brusie is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Optic Neuritis, and Central Serous Chorioretinopathy. Dr. Brusie is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Gisela Velez
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Neuritis

    Dr. Gisela Velez
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    420 Lakeside Ave Ste 103, 
    Marlborough, MA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    508-486-9000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Gisela Velez is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Dr. Velez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Neuritis. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Uveitis, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, and Neuroretinitis. Dr. Velez is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Optic Neuritis?

    The optic nerve carries images of what the eye sees to the brain. When this nerve becomes swollen or inflamed, it is called optic neuritis. It may cause sudden, reduced vision in the affected eye.

    When should I see an Optic Neuritis doctor near worcester, MA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Optic Neuritis doctor near worcester, MA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Optic Neuritis doctor near worcester, MA?

    You can find an Optic Neuritis doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Optic Neuritis doctors near worcester, MA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Optic Neuritis doctors near worcester, MA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Optic Neuritis doctor near worcester, MA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Optic Neuritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Optic Neuritis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Optic Neuritis doctor near worcester, MA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Optic Neuritis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Optic Neuritis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Optic Neuritis doctors near worcester, MA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Optic Neuritis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Optic Neuritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Optic Neuritis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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