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David A Schlessinger, MD David A Schlessinger, MD
Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon/Eyelid & Facial Rejuvenation/Neuro-Ophthalmology
Male - 20 years experience
www.cosmeticsurgery.org

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75 Froehlich Farm Blvd
Woodbury, NY 11797
(516) 496-2122
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Specialty Board
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Ophthalmology (Eye) View ABMS® certification
Special Expertise:
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery BlepharoplastyBrowliftFacelift; Injectables BotoxJuvedermRestylaneRadiesseSilikon; Neuro-Ophthalmology; Oculoplastic Surgery; PhotoFacial IPLLaser Skin Resurfacing; Plastic Surgery Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery
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Dr. Schlessinger is affiliated with 14 hospitals :
Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center
1000 Montauk Hwy, West Islip, NY
Top 50%
St Johns Episcopal Hospital South Shore
327 Beach 19th St, Far Rockaway, NY
Top 50%
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Dr. Schlessinger was educated at the following institutions:
Medical School
University of Pittsburgh
Completed: 1988
Top 25%
Ranked #17 out of 144 in primary care by US News & World Report.
Ranked #13 out of 144 in research quality by US News & World Report.
Fellowship
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Medical School
Ophthalmology, Completed: 1993
Ranked #7 out of 144 in primary care by US News & World Report.
Ranked #35 out of 144 in research quality by US News & World Report.
 
Awards & Distinctions Special
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Compassionate Doctor Recognition, 2011
Awards:
  Patients' Choice Award: 2008 — 2009
Appointments:
  NASSAU UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
DIRECTOR, Oculoplastic Surgery & Neuro-Ophthalmology: 2000 — present
Associations:
MEDICAL SOCIETY STATE OF NEW YORK (MSSNY)

NEW YORK STATE OPHTHALMOLOGY SOCIETY (NYSOS)

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY (AAO)

 
General Information
Languages Available:
Arabic, French, Italian, Spanish

Personal Statement:
DR. SCHLESSINGER IS A BOARD CERTIFIED, FELLOWSHIP TRAINED SURGEON WITH A PRACTICE EMPHASIS ON OPTHALMIC PLASTIC SURGERY AND NEURO-OPHTHALMOLOGY. DOCTOR'S FIELD OF PRACTICE IS ALSO NEURO-OPTHALMOLOGY AND AESTHETIC EYELID SX.

Biography & Background:
David A. Schlessinger, M.D. is Board Certified by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Schlessinger received his Medical Degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1988. He completed his Fellowship training at the University of Minnesota in Eyelid Plastic Surgery and Neuro-Ophthalmology. Dr. Schlessinger was the director of Oculoplastic Surgery and Neuro-ophthalmology at Brooklyn Jewish Hospital, which was part of Suny Downstate. There, he was given the prestigious "Outstanding Clinician of the Year" award.

Dr. Schlessinger is the Director of Oculoplastic Surgery at Nassau University Medical Center. In addition to teaching the residents, he is called upon to see the most challenging and difficult eyelid surgery cases. He performs reconstructive surgery for both trauma & Cancer patients.

We are pleased that you have chosen our office for your medical and cosmetic care. As an Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Schlessinger is uniquely qualified to treat the delicate skin of the eyelid and face. With over a dozen years of experience in cosmetic eyelid surgery, Dr. Schlessinger has thousands of satisfied patients. When it comes to your eyelids Dr. Schlessinger is the physician of choice.

Dr. Schlessinger prides himself on the personalized attention he gives to each and every patient. Be assured that your health and well-being are our primary concern. Please call today to schedule your complimentary consultation.

Insurance Accepted
Acceptance of particular Insurance Plans may vary, based on different office locations. As a result, we've listed Plans accepted at different locations. Click on any company to see which specific plans are accepted by Dr. Schlessinger.

1455 Veterans Hwy Islandia, NY
Humana
Unicare

1455 Veterans Hwy Hauppauge, NY
Capital District Physicians Health Plan
Cigna
MVP Health Care Preferred Care

75 Froehlich Farm Blvd Woodbury, NY
The Empire Plan (UHC)
Cigna
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
MVP Health Care Preferred Care
Oxford
United Healthcare
Unicare

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