3.9
7 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Gareth Lema is an ophthalmologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the retina and managing diabetic eye complications. He earned his medical degree and PhD from SUNY at Buffalo School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, followed by an internship at UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital and residency training at the prestigious Ross Eye Institute. With 19 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Lema brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Lema practices at Strong Memorial Hospital and maintains offices in New York, NY. His clinical expertise focuses on treating diabetic retinopathy and diabetic eye disease, helping patients preserve their vision when diabetes affects the eyes. He also treats retinal detachment, a serious condition that requires prompt medical attention. Dr. Lema performs advanced diagnostic procedures including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health, and he provides anti-VEGF treatment to help …manage certain retinal conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Read More Read less Dr. Lema practices at Strong Memorial Hospital and maintains offices in New York, NY. His clinical expertise focuses on treating diabetic retinopathy and diabetic eye disease, helping patients preserve their vision when diabetes affects the eyes. He also treats retinal detachment, a serious condition that requires prompt medical attention. Dr. Lema performs advanced diagnostic procedures including retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health, and he provides anti-VEGF treatment to help …manage certain retinal conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 19 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Ross Eye Institute
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Gareth M.c. Lema has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 19 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Portuguese, English | Speaks Spanish |
| New York , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY | Fresh Meadows , NY |
| Med School: SUNY at Buffalo-School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: Universidade Federal De Minas Gerais (Ufmg) Faculdade De Medicina | Med School: Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gareth M.c. Lema
Medical Specialties
Dr. Gareth M.c. Lema has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Gareth M.c. Lema has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Ross Eye Institute2011
Internship
UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital2008
Medical School
SUNY at Buffalo-School of Medicine & Biomedical SciencesGraduated in 2007
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