Summary

Dr. Gregory Persak specializes in ophthalmology, bringing 45 years of expertise to comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at the prestigious New York Eye and Ear Infirmary. His extensive experience spans nearly five decades of treating complex eye conditions and performing delicate surgical procedures. Dr. Persak is fluent in Spanish and Italian, allowing him to serve patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Dr. Persak practices at multiple locations throughout New York, including Melville and West Islip, with affiliations at Northwell Health Plainview Hospital. He focuses on treating cataracts, posterior vitreous detachment, and dry eye syndrome. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, while he also provides comprehensive eye exams and advanced retinal imaging. Patients consistently rate his care highly, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 45 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Italian
  • New York Eye And Ear Infirmary
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Gregory Charles Persak has 4 locations

Melville Surgery Center

1895 Walt Whitman RdMelville, NY 11747
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Center for Eye Care and Optical

360 Montauk HwyWest Islip, NY 11795
Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

Good Samaritan University Hospital

1000 Montauk HwyWest Islip, NY 11795

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Dr. Gregory Charles Persak, MDDr. Sirikishan R. Shetty, MDDr. George Tung, MDDr James Maisel, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
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45 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English, Korean Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Italian
Melville , NYFresh Meadows , NYBellmore , NYHicksville , NY
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gregory Charles Persak

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • MagnaCare - EPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gregory Charles Persak has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gregory Charles Persak 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

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

New York Eye And Ear Infirmary

Medical School

Boston University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Gregory Persak's office located?
Dr. Gregory Persak's office is located at 1895 Walt Whitman Rd, Melville, NY, 11747.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gregory Persak affiliated with?
Dr. Gregory Persak is affiliated with Northwell Health Plainview Hospital.
Does Dr. Gregory Persak accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Gregory Persak has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Gregory Persak accepting new patients?
Dr. Gregory Persak is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Gregory Persak's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Gregory Persak accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Gregory Persak accepts on their Vitals profile.

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