The 20 Best Pterygium Doctors Near Me in elmhurst, NY

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 359 doctor with experience in Pterygium near elmhurst, NY. Of these, 252 are Experienced, 101 are Advanced, 5 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology | Optometry
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology | Optometry
    Referral may be required

    OCLI Vision

    31-27 41st St, 
    Queens, NY 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Shyam Patel is an Optometry specialist and an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Queens, New York. Dr. Patel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, Shoulder Arthroscopy, and Vitrectomy.

    Experienced in Pterygium
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Metro Eye MD

    2309 31st Street, Suite 1, 
    Astoria, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Greek, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Nicholas Nissirios is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Astoria, New York. Dr. Nissirios is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Nissirios is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Ophthalmology At Fresh Meadows

    176-60 Union Turnpike, 
    Fresh Meadows, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gary Hirshfield is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Fresh Meadows, New York. Dr. Hirshfield is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD). Dr. Hirshfield is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
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    1229 Broadway, 
    Hewlett, NY 
     (11.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Yiddish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Norman Saffra is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Hewlett, New York. Dr. Saffra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 34 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Retinal Detachment, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Saffra is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4158 Judge St Ste CM2, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Na Ma is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Ma is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Allergic Conjunctivitis, Entropion, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Ma is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Dr Neelofar Ghaznawi MD PC

    8626 Queens Blvd, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Beatrice Whitaker is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Whitaker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Blepharitis, Interstitial Keratitis, Pinguecula, and Glaucoma.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Nyc Health Hospitals / Elmhurst

    7901 Broadway, 
    Elmhurst, NY 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michelle Rhee is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Elmhurst, New York. Dr. Rhee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Blepharitis, Interstitial Keratitis, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Cataract Removal.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Visual Ophthalmology Services PC

    5548 96th St, 
    Corona, NY 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Thai
    Accepting New Patients

    Panus Romsaitong is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Corona, New York. Dr. Romsaitong is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Allergic Conjunctivitis. Dr. Romsaitong is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    New York Ophthalmology

    7409 37th Ave Ste 303, 
    Jackson Heights, NY 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Bengali, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarwar Zahid is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Jackson Heights, New York. Dr. Zahid is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kallikrein Hypertension, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy, and Coats Disease. Dr. Zahid is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Allen J. Fishman M.D. PC

    9229 Queens Blvd Ste 2I, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ghulam Dastgir is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Dastgir is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, Glaucoma, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4141 51st St, 
    Woodside, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Benjamin Mason is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Woodside, New York. Dr. Mason is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Blepharitis, Pterygium, and Allergic Conjunctivitis.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Neal Simkovic MD PC

    11821 Queens Blvd Ste 405, 
    Forest Hills, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neal Simkovic is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Forest Hills, New York. Dr. Simkovic is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pterygium, Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Interstitial Keratitis.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3127 41st St, 
    Astoria, NY 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wilson Ko is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Astoria, New York. Dr. Ko is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Blepharitis, Cataract, and Kallikrein Hypertension.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Star Vision Optical Inc

    4270 Kissena Blvd, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Cantonese, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Nancy Tsai is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Tsai is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Meibomianitis, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Optic Atrophy Type 1, and Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome. Dr. Tsai is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    5650 Myrtle Avenue, 
    Ridgewood, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Farsi, Hebrew
    Accepting New Patients

    Ilan Cohen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Ridgewood, New York. Dr. Cohen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Blepharitis, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Glaucoma. Dr. Cohen is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Cohen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Referral may be required

    Office

    279 Wyckoff Ave, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Julia Schneider is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Schneider is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, Pterygium, and Kallikrein Hypertension.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    13636 39th Avenue, Suite 6, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Julia Hsu is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, Cataract, and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage. Dr. Hsu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Best Ophthalmology PC

    13620 38th Ave Ste 7G, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Ted Du is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Du is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Dry Eye Syndrome, and Blepharitis. Dr. Du is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Wei Liao M.D. PC

    13107 40th Rd Ste E23, 
    Flushing, NY 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Wei Liao is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Flushing, New York. Dr. Liao is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. She is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Pinguecula, Entropion, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Liao is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pterygium
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Ophthalmic Consultant Of New York, PLLC

    2104 30th Avenue, 
    Astoria, NY 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Croatian, Mandarin, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Nikola Ragusa is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Astoria, New York. Dr. Ragusa is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pterygium. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Kallikrein Hypertension, Dry Eye Syndrome, Pterygium, and Corneal Transplant. Dr. Ragusa is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Pterygium?

    A pterygium is a noncancerous growth that starts in the clear, thin tissue (conjunctiva) of the eye. This growth covers the white part of the eye (sclera) and extends onto the cornea. It is often slightly raised and contains visible blood vessels. The problem may occur on one or both eyes.

    When should I see a Pterygium doctor near elmhurst, NY?

    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 a Pterygium doctor near elmhurst, NY?

    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 does MediFind rank Pterygium doctors near elmhurst, NY?

    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 Pterygium doctors near elmhurst, NY?

    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 a Pterygium doctor near elmhurst, NY?

    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 Pterygium doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pterygium 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 a Pterygium doctor near elmhurst, NY?

    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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium 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 Pterygium doctors near elmhurst, NY?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Pterygium 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 a Pterygium doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Pterygium 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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