4.4
16 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Melvyn Defrin specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on conditions affecting the retina and vitreous of the eye. They completed medical school at The School of Medicine at Stony Brook University Medical Center and went on to complete residency training at the Medical College of Wisconsin. With 51 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Defrin has developed extensive expertise in treating complex retinal conditions. They provide care to patients in English.
Dr. Defrin practices at UMass Memorial Medical Center and sees patients in Worcester, MA. They treat age-related macular degeneration, helping patients preserve and manage their vision as this condition progresses. Dr. Defrin performs comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced imaging techniques like optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients rate Dr. Defrin 4.4 out of 5 stars for their care.
Dr. Defrin practices at UMass Memorial Medical Center and sees patients in Worcester, MA. They treat age-related macular degeneration, helping patients preserve and manage their vision as this condition progresses. Dr. Defrin performs comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced imaging techniques like optical coherence tomography and retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients rate Dr. Defrin 4.4 out of 5 stars for their care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 51 years of experience
- speaks English
- Medical College Of Wisconsin
- 4 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Office Location
Vitreo-Retinal Associates PC
67 Belmont St Ste 302Worcester, MA 01605 Tel: (508) 752-1155
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
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| Dr. Melvyn Harvey Defrin, MD | Dr. Paul S Koch, MD | Dr. Mona Bhan, MD | Dr. Jason Evan Brenner, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 51 Years of Experience | 49 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Portuguese | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, Chinese |
| Worcester , MA | Woonsocket , RI | Framingham , MA | Brookline , MA |
| Med School: The School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Medical Center | Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Melvyn Harvey Defrin has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Melvyn Harvey Defrin has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
51 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Medical College Of Wisconsin
Medical School
The School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Medical CenterGraduated in 1975
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