Dr. Charles A. Cole, MD | Fresh Meadows, NY | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Charles Cole specializes in ophthalmology with over three decades of experience caring for patients with eye conditions. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, completing his internship at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center in 1996. Dr. Cole then pursued residency training at Mount Sinai Medical Center, finishing in 2000, followed by additional residency work at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center in 2001. He is fluent in Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Cole practices at NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Ophthalmology in Fresh Meadows, NY, and maintains hospital affiliations with NewYork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center. He focuses on treating complex eye conditions including glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as posterior vitreous detachment. His expertise includes comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, …and dilated eye examinations to diagnose and monitor various eye health issues. Patients have given Dr. Cole an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Ophthalmology

17415 Horace Harding Expy LowrFresh Meadows, NY 11365

accepting new patients
4

18 Ratings
31 years of experience
6 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center
5 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Cole's Ratings and Reviews

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18 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 19 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Had a good bedside manner: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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I’ve undergone cataract surgery as an infant back when I was just a week or two shy of turning a month old. Needless to say I’ve had my fair share of ophthalmologist visits ever since. Often considered a rarity, doctors took the opprotunity to view me more as something to oggle at rather than listen to my concerns and properly informing me of the state of my eyes. Due to such experiences I’d grown to avoid ophthalmologists like the plague. However, some events led me up to a sudden appointment to get my eyes checked, and that doctor took it upon himself to suggest I followed up with an appointment with Dr.Cole. I walked out truly disliking that ophthalmologist and harboring an intense desire that Dr.Cole wouldn’t be just another one of THOSE doctors, and to my great delight he was incredibe! After all my doctor visits I could tell he knew exactly what he was dealing with, he was eloquent and precise in his explanations and listened to all my concerns. Definitely a doctor worthy of… recommendation!

June 25th, 2018

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I was referred to Dr. Cole for cataract surgery. The outcome is amazing. My vision is better than I could have ever dreamed and I was equally impressed by the time Dr. Cole took with me to explain everything, and to make sure that my priorities were addressed. He was able to replicate the monovision effect I had with my contact lense prescription, only even better, such that my right eye is slightly undercorrected, eliminating the need for glasses even for reading. His staff is also extremely patient, courteous and helpful

May 13th, 2015

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Needs training in talking to people. very professional work

September 9th, 2014

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SHOULD TREAT HIS OFFICE STAFF WITH MORE RESPECT. IT IS QUITE UNPROFESSIONAL.

November 14th, 2010

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Excellent in every way. Had cataract surgery with lns implants - both eyes.My quality of life has improved!!

September 16th, 2010

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center2001

Mount Sinai Medical Center2000

Internship

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center1996

Medical School

Columbia University College of Physicians and SurgeonsGraduated in 1995

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Which hospitals is Dr. Charles Cole affiliated with?: Dr. Charles Cole is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Charles Cole's office located?: Dr. Charles Cole's office is located at 17415 Horace Harding Expy Lowr, Fresh Meadows, NY, 11365.

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