Summary

Dr. Lawrence Zweibel is an ophthalmologist with over five decades of experience treating eye conditions and vision disorders. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and has dedicated 54 years to helping patients preserve and improve their sight. Dr. Zweibel speaks both English and Spanish, making eye care accessible to diverse patients in his community.

Dr. Zweibel practices at SightMD in Smithtown, New York, and maintains affiliations with Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital. He specializes in treating diabetic eye disease and diabetic retinopathy, conditions that can seriously affect vision in people with diabetes. His expertise includes managing posterior vitreous detachment, a common age-related eye condition. Dr. Zweibel performs advanced procedures like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to diagnose eye problems, and he provides anti-VEGF treatments to help prevent vision loss. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 54 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Albany Medical College
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Lawrence Charles Zweibel has 2 locations

Sightmd

260 E Main St Ste 201Smithtown, NY 11787
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

SightMD

260 E Main St Ste 201DSmithtown, NY 11787

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.9 
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54 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Smithtown , NYBellmore , NYBellmore , NYTroy , NY
Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lawrence Charles Zweibel

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lawrence Charles Zweibel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lawrence Charles Zweibel has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Albany Medical CollegeGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Lawrence Zweibel affiliated with?
Dr. Lawrence Zweibel is affiliated with Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital.
Where is Dr. Lawrence Zweibel's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Zweibel's office is located at 260 E Main St Ste 201, Smithtown, NY, 11787.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lawrence Zweibel?
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Does Dr. Lawrence Zweibel accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lawrence Zweibel accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Lawrence Zweibel accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Lawrence Zweibel has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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