4.9
98 Ratings with 98 written Reviews
Summary
Since December 2002, Dr. Hammersmith has been performing comprehensive eye examinations, including prescribing eyeglasses and diagnosing eye conditions, on a full-time basis for ECVA patients. A Tonawanda, NY native, Dr. Hammersmith graduated from SUNY Buffalo and the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. He received his Therapeutic Certification in 1996 and is licensed in the state of New York. A member of the American Optometric Association and the Western New York Optometric Society, Dr. Hammersmith had been on staff at ECVA since 1998.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 33 years of experience
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Russian, Spanish
- University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine
- 98 written reviews
- 1 award
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Office Locations
John T Hammersmith has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Providers
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| John T Hammersmith, OD | Dr. Robert H Hornberger, OD | Richard Gray Tarbell | Christopher W Naedele |
| Optometry | Optometry | Optometry | Optometry |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 33 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Russian, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| Niagara Falls , NY | Buffalo , NY | BUFFALO , NY | Buffalo , NY |
| Med School: University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine | Med School: Suny College Of Optometry | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by John T Hammersmith
Medical Specialties
John T Hammersmith has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
John T Hammersmith has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
33 Years Experience
John T Hammersmith holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Doctor Of Optometry with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine in 1993.
NPI Number
John T Hammersmith's NPI number is 1245231067.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is John Hammersmith affiliated with?
- John Hammersmith is affiliated with Mount Saint Marys Hospital In Health Center.
- Where is John Hammersmith's office located?
- John Hammersmith's office is located at 6917 Plaza Dr, Niagara Falls, NY, 14304.
- Does John Hammersmith accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- John Hammersmith has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does John Hammersmith speak?
- John Hammersmith speaks Russian and Spanish.
- How can I make an appointment with John Hammersmith?
- You can find contact information for John Hammersmith here on Vitals.
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