Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield
Overview
Gary Hirshfield is an Ophthalmologist in Fresh Meadows, New York. Dr. Hirshfield is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
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Locations
176-60 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hirshfield has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield by calling their office at 718-460-1200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield a top-rated expert for Dry Eye Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield is classified as an Advanced expert for Dry Eye Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield specialize in?
While Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Dry Eye Syndrome, Cataract, and Glaucoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield accept my insurance?
Dr. Gary S. Hirshfield accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-460-1200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Hirshfield isAdvanced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- AmblyopiaDr. Hirshfield isAdvanced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Hirshfield isAdvanced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- BlepharitisDr. Hirshfield isAdvanced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- CataractDr. Hirshfield isAdvanced. Learn about Cataract.
- ChalazionDr. Hirshfield isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
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- Adie SyndromeDr. Hirshfield isExperienced. Learn about Adie Syndrome.
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- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Hirshfield isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
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- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Hirshfield isExperienced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.