Summary

Dr. Brian McGuinness is an ophthalmologist with over four decades of clinical experience serving patients throughout New York. He earned his medical degree from the Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences at the University of Buffalo and completed his residency at St. Vincent's Hospital. With 42 years in practice, Dr. McGuinness has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to care for diverse patient populations.

Dr. McGuinness is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital and practices at locations in Shirley and East Patchogue, New York. His clinical focus includes treating age-related macular degeneration, posterior vitreous detachment, and dry eye syndrome. He specializes in advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Dr. McGuinness also provides anti-VEGF treatments for patients with retinal conditions. Patients consistently rate his care highly, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 42 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • St Vincents Hospital
  • 71 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Brian Thomas Mcguinness has 2 locations

Suffolk Surgery Center

1500 William Floyd Pkwy Ste 100Shirley, NY 11967
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Sightmd

250 Patchogue Yaphank Rd Ste 1East Patchogue, NY 11772
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Brian Thomas Mcguinness, MDDr James Maisel, MDDr. Sing Your Li, MDDr. George Tung, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.9 
3.9 
42 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Italian Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Shirley , NYHicksville , NYBellmore , NYBellmore , NY
Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brian Thomas Mcguinness

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • EyeMed
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brian Thomas Mcguinness has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brian Thomas Mcguinness 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

42 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Vincents Hospital

Medical School

Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of BuffaloGraduated in 1984

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Brian Mcguinness affiliated with?
Dr. Brian Mcguinness is affiliated with STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL.
Where is Dr. Brian Mcguinness's office located?
Dr. Brian Mcguinness's office is located at 1500 William Floyd Pkwy Ste 100, Shirley, NY, 11967.
What languages does Dr. Brian Mcguinness speak?
Dr. Brian Mcguinness speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Brian Mcguinness accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Brian Mcguinness accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Mcguinness?
You can find contact information for Dr. Brian Mcguinness here on Vitals.

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