Summary

Dr. Howard Distelman is an ophthalmologist with 44 years of experience treating eye conditions and performing vision-saving procedures. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY. Dr. Distelman is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Distelman practices at Middlesex Hospital and maintains locations in Guilford and East Haven, Connecticut. He specializes in treating cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and glaucoma. His expertise includes cataract surgery, intraocular lens implant procedures, and retinal imaging. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 44 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Suny
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Howard Lee Distelman has 4 locations

Shoreline Eye Association

515 Boston StGuilford, CT 06437
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Shoreline Eye Associates Pc

610 Foxon RdEast Haven, CT 06513
Mon9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Middlesex Hospital

28 Crescent StMiddletown, CT 06457

Guilford Surgery Center Llc

246 GOOSE LN STE 203GUILFORD, CT 06437
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

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Dr. Howard Lee Distelman, MDDr. Ronald Wayne SlocumbDr. Robert John NoeckerDr. Jeffrey Daniel Gold
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.5 
4.1 
4.9 
44 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 58 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Italian Speaks English
Guilford , CTNiantic , CTEast Haven , CTHamden , CT
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Lee Distelman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Howard Lee Distelman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Howard Lee Distelman 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

44 Years Experience

Dr. Howard Lee Distelman holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Suny.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Distelman's NPI number is 1649387770.

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Dr. Howard Lee Distelman's office is located at 515 Boston St, Guilford, CT, 06437.
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What languages does Dr. Howard Lee Distelman speak?
Dr. Howard Lee Distelman speaks English and Spanish.

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