Summary

Dr. Bernhard Heersink is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. He earned his medical degree from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed his residency training at the prestigious Wills Eye Institute. With 58 years of dedicated practice in ophthalmology, Dr. Heersink has built extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions. He is fluent in German, French, and English.

Dr. Heersink practices in Newburyport, Massachusetts, and maintains an affiliation with Massachusetts Eye And Ear, a leading specialty hospital for eye and ear care. His clinical focus includes treating glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as managing cataracts. He performs comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye exams, and retinal imaging to help patients maintain optimal vision health. Patients have given Dr. Heersink an average rating of 4.6 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 58 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks German, French, English
  • Wills Eye Institute
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Heersink Bernhard Office

21 Highland Ave Ste 1Newburyport, MA 01950
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks German, French, English Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks Spanish, Portuguese Speaks Spanish, English
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Med School: Schulich School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Loyola University Of Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bernhard Heersink

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • EyeMed
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bernhard Heersink has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bernhard Heersink has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

58 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wills Eye Institute

Medical School

Schulich School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 1968

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Bernhard Heersink accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Bernhard Heersink accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Bernhard Heersink has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bernhard Heersink affiliated with?
Dr. Bernhard Heersink is affiliated with Massachusetts Eye And Ear.
Where is Dr. Bernhard Heersink's office located?
Dr. Bernhard Heersink's office is located at 21 Highland Ave Ste 1, Newburyport, MA, 01950.

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