25 of the Best Ophthalmologists Near Me in salem, NJ

Looking for the best ophthalmologist near salem, NJ? Find a top ophthalmologist near you in salem, NJ who is an expert in your specific condition. An ophthalmologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions related to eyes and vision.

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MediFind found 38 specialists near salem, NJ

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    Expertise in
    21
    conditions

    Dr. Samir N. Patel
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions

    Dr. Samir N. Patel
    Ophthalmology
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    Mid Atlantic Retina

    1523 Concord Pike, Ste 101, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.9 miles away)
    800-331-6634
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Samir Patel is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinopathy of Prematurity, Endophthalmitis, Retinal Detachment, Vitrectomy, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Patel is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions

    Dr. Michael A. Klufas
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions

    Dr. Michael A. Klufas
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Mid Atlantic Retina

    1523 Concord Pike, Suite 101, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.9 miles away)
    800-331-6634
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Michael Klufas is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Klufas is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Klufas is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, 2016 and American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Klufas is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions

    Dr. Benjamin C. Chaon
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions

    Dr. Benjamin C. Chaon
    Ophthalmology
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    Ophthalmology Wilmington Health Center

    501 West 14th Street, Suite 2N71, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (13.1 miles away)
    302-320-6485
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Benjamin Chaon is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Chaon is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Uveitis, Neuroretinitis, Scleritis, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Chaon is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Chaon is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Dr. Omesh P. Gupta
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Dr. Omesh P. Gupta
    Ophthalmology
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    Retinovitreous Associates Ltd

    4102 Ogletown Stanton Rd, Suite 1, 
    Newark, DE 
     (14.0 miles away)
    800-331-6634
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Omesh Gupta is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Gupta is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Gupta is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Gupta is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Dr. David Fell
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Dr. David Fell
    Ophthalmology
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    Eye Care Of Delaware

    4102 Ogletown-Stanton Rd, 
    Newark, DE 
     (14.0 miles away)
    302-454-8800
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    David Fell is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Fell is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Papilledema, Endophthalmitis, Uveitis, and Birdshot Chorioretinopathy. Dr. Fell is board certified in Ophthalmology and American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Fell is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
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    Eye Center Of Delaware

    213 Greenhill Avenue, Suite A, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (13.8 miles away)
    302-656-8867
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Michael Brosman is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Brosman is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, Glaucoma, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Brosman is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Brosman is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
    Expertise in
    10
    conditions
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    Eye Physicians & Surgeons

    1207 North Scott Street, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.2 miles away)
    302-652-3353
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Carolyn Glazer-Hockstein is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Glazer-Hockstein is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma. Dr. Glazer-Hockstein is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Glazer-Hockstein is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Dr. Harry A. Lebowitz
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions

    Dr. Harry A. Lebowitz
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
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    Delaware Ophthalmology Consultants

    1941 Limestone Road, Limestone Medical Building, Suite 205, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.2 miles away)
    302-479-3937
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Harry Lebowitz is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Lebowitz is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Geographic Atrophy. Dr. Lebowitz is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Lebowitz is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. Paula C. Ko
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. Paula C. Ko
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
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    Eye Physicians & Surgeons

    1207 North Scott Street, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.2 miles away)
    302-652-3353
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Paula Ko is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Ko is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Detachment. Dr. Ko is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Ko is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions
    Referral may be required
    Before you request

    Eye Physicians & Surgeons

    1207 North Scott Street, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.2 miles away)
    302-652-3353
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jeffrey Minkovitz is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Minkovitz is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness. Dr. Minkovitz is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Minkovitz is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. Andrew M. Barrett
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. Andrew M. Barrett
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
    Before you request

    Delaware Ophthalmology Consultants

    1941 Limestone Road, Limestone Medical Building, Suite 205, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.2 miles away)
    302-479-3937
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Andrew Barrett is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Barrett is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Barrett is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Barrett is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
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    Stefan O'Connor, MD

    2055 Limestone Road, Suite 103, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.5 miles away)
    302-992-0238
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Stefan O'connor is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. O'connor is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Chalazion, Cataract, and Retinal Artery Occlusion. Dr. O'connor is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. O'connor is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions

    Dr. Heather L. Dealy
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions

    Dr. Heather L. Dealy
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
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    Eye Consultants, LLC

    1941 Limestone Road, Suite 200, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.2 miles away)
    302-998-2333
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Heather Dealy is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Dealy is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. Dr. Dealy is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Dealy is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
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    Retina And Diabetic Eye Specialists PA

    48 N Broadway, 
    Pennsville, NJ 
     (4.2 miles away)
    856-678-4800
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Douglas Mazzuca is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Pennsville, New Jersey. Dr. Mazzuca is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Presbyopia, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Mazzuca is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    15
    conditions

    Dr. Jordan D. Deaner
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    15
    conditions

    Dr. Jordan D. Deaner
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Mid Atlantic Retina

    1523 Concord Pike, Ste 101, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.9 miles away)
    800-331-6634
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jordan Deaner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Deaner is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Uveitis, Endophthalmitis, Retinal Detachment, Vitrectomy, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Deaner is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Deaner is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Referral may be required
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    Ophthalmology Wilmington Health Center

    501 West 14th Street, Suite 2N71, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (13.1 miles away)
    302-320-6485
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Yoruba
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    Tomilade Adepoju is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Adepoju is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Kallikrein Hypertension, Glaucoma, and Cataract. Dr. Adepoju is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Mid Atlantic Retina

    1523 Concord Pike, Ste 101, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.9 miles away)
    800-331-6634
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Meera Sivalingam is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Sivalingam is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retinal Detachment, Endophthalmitis, Ocular Albinism, Retinal Vein Occlusion, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Sivalingam is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. Dr. Sivalingam is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    0
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    Dr. Jay L. Calesnick
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    0
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    Dr. Jay L. Calesnick
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Jay Calesnick MD

    261 Route 45, 
    Salem, NJ 
     (1.7 miles away)
    856-770-1166
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Russian, Spanish
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    Jay Calesnick is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Salem, New Jersey. His clinical expertise encompasses Uveitis, Neuroretinitis, Cataract, and Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS). Dr. Calesnick is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
    Expertise in
    17
    conditions
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    Charles Wang, MD

    1700 Wawaset Street, Suite 200, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.2 miles away)
    302-655-1500
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Brian Toussaint is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Toussaint is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Endophthalmitis, Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Toussaint is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Toussaint is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Office

    1 Centurian Dr Ste 114, 
    Newark, DE 
     (13.2 miles away)
    302-993-0722
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Douglas Lavenburg is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Lavenburg is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Interstitial Keratitis. Dr. Lavenburg is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Referral may be required

    Christiana Care Health Services Inc

    501 W 14th St, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (13.2 miles away)
    302-428-6485
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish, Yoruba
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    Temidayo Olurin is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Olurin is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Nearsightedness, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Astigmatism. Dr. Olurin is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions

    Dr. Wayne H. Dunn
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions

    Dr. Wayne H. Dunn
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
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    Eye Center Of Delaware

    213 Greenhill Avenue, Suite A, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (13.8 miles away)
    302-656-8867
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Wayne Dunn is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Dunn is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diabetic Retinopathy, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Dunn is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Dunn is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Referral may be required
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    Michael Vincent, MD

    1711 Woodlawn Avenue, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.2 miles away)
    302-656-3319
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Michael Vincent is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Vincent is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retinitis Pigmentosa, X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP), Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy, and Cone Dystrophy. Dr. Vincent is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Vincent is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. Chi-lun C. Wang
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    8
    conditions

    Dr. Chi-lun C. Wang
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required
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    Charles Wang, MD

    1700 Wawaset Street, Suite 200, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (14.2 miles away)
    302-655-1500
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Chi-lun Wang is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Wang is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Endophthalmitis, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Wang is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.

    Expertise in
    2
    conditions

    Dr. Jeffrey R. Boyd
    Ophthalmology
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions

    Dr. Jeffrey R. Boyd
    Ophthalmology
    Referral required

    Eye Care Of Delaware

    4102 Ogletown Stanton Road, Suite 1, 
    Newark, DE 
     (14.0 miles away)
    302-454-8800
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jeffrey Boyd is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Boyd is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). Dr. Boyd is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology, Ophthalmology.

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    What is an ophthalmologist? 

    An ophthalmologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating eye and vision problems. Ophthalmologists attend medical school and receive extra training in eye health and diseases. They can diagnose and treat serious eye conditions, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration, and they can also perform eye surgeries. Some surgeries they might perform include removing cataracts, repairing retinal tears, and LASIK surgery to improve vision. In addition to medical treatments and surgeries, ophthalmologists can prescribe glasses and contact lenses. However, people usually see an ophthalmologist if they have complex eye issues that need special care. 

    What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist?     

    An optometrist and an ophthalmologist both help people with their eye health, but their training and roles are different. Optometrists go to optometry school and mainly focus on vision exams, prescribing glasses or contact lenses, and spotting common eye issues. They provide regular eye care and can help with many vision problems. An ophthalmologist, on the other hand, is a medical doctor who can handle more serious eye diseases and perform eye surgeries. While an optometrist can help with basic vision care, an ophthalmologist is trained to treat complex eye conditions. 

    What tests does an ophthalmologist perform?  

    Ophthalmologists perform a variety of tests to check eye health and detect issues. Here are some common tests they might use: 

    • Visual acuity test measures how well a person can see letters or symbols at different distances. 
    • Tonometry tests check eye pressure to help detect glaucoma. 
    • Dilated eye exam uses special drops to widen the pupils, allowing a clear view of the retina and optic nerve. 
    • Optical coherence tomography takes detailed images of the retina’s layers to spot conditions like macular degeneration or diabetic eye disease. 
    • Slit-lamp exam uses a bright light and microscope to examine the front part of the eye, including the cornea and lens. 

    What are the warning signs and symptoms of eye problems? 

    Eye problems can affect people differently and at different levels of intensity. Here are some common symptoms: 

    • Blurry or double vision: Difficulty seeing clearly or seeing two images can indicate vision problems. 
    • Floaters or flashes of light: Small specks or lines moving across your vision, or sudden flashes, may signal retinal issues. 
    • Eye pain, redness, or swelling: These symptoms could mean an infection, injury, or other eye condition. 
    • Sudden vision loss: Losing vision in one or both eyes suddenly is serious and requires immediate medical attention. 
    • Dry or itchy eyes: This may be related to eye strain or irritation, but sometimes can be a sign of an underlying issue. 
    • Frequent headaches: These may be linked to eye strain or vision changes. 
    • Trouble seeing at night: Difficulty seeing in low light could indicate a developing eye condition. 

    Why am I being referred to an ophthalmologist? 

    A referral to an ophthalmologist usually comes from an optometrist, primary care doctor, or another healthcare provider if they see signs of a serious eye condition, such as glaucoma, cataracts, or high eye pressure, or if a complex eye problem needs more specialized care. You might also be referred to an ophthalmologist if you experience sudden vision loss, eye pain, or an eye injury. People with health conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure might be referred to an ophthalmologist for extra monitoring to protect their eyes. 

    When should I see an Ophthalmologist near salem, NJ?

    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 Ophthalmologist near salem, NJ?

    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 Ophthalmologist near salem, NJ?

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


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    How does MediFind rank Ophthalmologists near salem, NJ?

    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 Ophthalmologists near salem, NJ?

    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 Ophthalmologist in salem?

    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 Ophthalmologist search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Ophthalmologist?

    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 Ophthalmologist near salem, NJ?

    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 Ophthalmologist?

    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 Ophthalmologist 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 Ophthalmologists near salem, NJ?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Ophthalmologist 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. 

    What are the most common health conditions that an Ophthalmologist near salem, NJ might treat?

    Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
    Amblyopia
    Blepharitis
    Cataract
    Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)
    Diabetic Retinopathy
    Dry Eye Syndrome
    Glaucoma
    Keratomalacia
    Retinitis Pigmentosa
    Retinal Artery Occlusion
    Strabismus
    Uveitis

    Can I filter my search to find a Ophthalmologist that offers video calls?

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

    Reviewed on: 11/07/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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