Summary

Dr. Jonathan Benjamin is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly five decades to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency training at Kings County Hospital Center. With 47 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Benjamin brings extensive knowledge to diagnosing and treating a wide range of vision problems. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Benjamin is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital and practices at South Shore Eye Care locations in Wantagh and Massapequa, New York. He specializes in treating cataracts, astigmatism, and iritis, helping patients restore and maintain clear vision. His surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, which can significantly improve sight for those with clouded lenses. Dr. Benjamin also performs comprehensive eye exams to detect and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Kings County Hospital Center
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Jonathan Wayne Benjamin has 2 locations

South Shore Eye Care Llp

2185 Wantagh AveWantagh, NY 11793
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 11:45 am
SunClosed

South Shore Eye Care Llp

689 BroadwayMassapequa, NY 11758
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Jonathan Wayne Benjamin, MDDr. Grace Sun, MDDr. Tongalp H. Tezel, MDDr. John Elmer Paddock, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
4.6 
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47 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English, Mandarin Speaks French, German, Turkish Speaks English
Wantagh , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jonathan Wayne Benjamin

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jonathan Wayne Benjamin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jonathan Wayne Benjamin 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

47 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kings County Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Benjamin's NPI number is 1558332072.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Jonathan Benjamin affiliated with?
Dr. Jonathan Benjamin is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital.

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