Summary

Dr. Richard Wacksman is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated over five decades to eye care, bringing 52 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hospital. Dr. Wacksman speaks English and focuses on comprehensive eye health and vision care.

Dr. Wacksman practices at Bay Eye Care Center with locations in Bay City, Midland, and West Branch, Michigan, and maintains hospital privileges at MyMichigan Medical Center West Branch. His expertise centers on treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. He performs comprehensive eye exams, vision tests, and visual field testing to help patients maintain optimal eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Wacksman highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 52 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard L Wacksman has 3 locations

Bay Eye Care Center

116 N Tuscola RdBay City, MI 48708
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bay Eye Care Center

559 Progress St Ste DWest Branch, MI 48661
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

Bay Eye Care Center

1715 E Ashman StMidland, MI 48642
MonClosed
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. Richard L Wacksman, MDDr. Dennis Moore Tibble, MDDr. Carol Lynn CooperDr. Clairann Farr
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients
52 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Bay City , MISaginaw , MIAuburn , MIBay City , MI
Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard L Wacksman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard L Wacksman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard L Wacksman has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Hospital

Medical School

University Of Cincinnati College Of MedicineGraduated in 1974

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