Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly, MD - New York, NY - Ophthalmology, Ophthalmologist VERIFIED

Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly, MD

Ophthalmology
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Accepting New Patients
27 Years of Experience 622 W 168th Street Vanderbilt Clinic Building, 3rd Floor New York NY 10032 Virtual Visit Available
Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly, MD - New York, NY - Ophthalmology, Ophthalmologist
Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly, MD
27 Years of Experience Accepting New Patients Virtual Visit Available

Summary

Srilaxmi Bearelly, MD, MHS is a retina specialist with expertise in the evaluation and treatment of age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vascular occlusions, choroidal neovascularization and macular disorders.
Her experience in the treatment of retinal diseases started with a seven-year tenure on the Vitreoretinal Service at Duke University Eye Center in North Carolina (2003 to 2010). Since then, she joined Columbia’s faculty in 2010. She has treated thousands of patients, and helped patients and their families through their treatments. She has also volunteered her medical expertise in underserviced areas, such as El Salvador and rural United States.
Dr. Bearelly received her undergraduate degree from Northwestern University, received her M.D. from Northwestern University Medical School, and a Masters of Health Sciences from Duke University School of Medicine. Following her ophthalmology training at Northwestern University, she completed her fellowship training in diseases of the retina and vitreous at Duke University Eye Center.
She has written 70 articles, chapters and abstracts, and frequently presents at scientific and professional conferences both nationally and abroad. Currently, Dr. Bearelly is a collaborator on a Columbia University clinical study of retinal changes in preeclamspia (a disease of pregnancy).
She is recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor in Ophthalmology, and with Castle Connolly’s Exceptional Women in Medicine award. She received several research awards, including an NIH/NEI K12 and K23 Mentored Research Career Award, and a Young Investigator Award by Retinal Degenerations Symposium at the International Congress of Eye Research Meeting in China.
Dr. Bearelly has been certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She is an active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), and the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS).
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Office Location

CUIMC/Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute

622 W 168th Street Vanderbilt Clinic Building, 3rd FloorNew York, NY 10032
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 27 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mcgaw Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Emblem/GHI
  • Emblem/Hip
  • Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care
  • Healthspring (Cigna Medicare)
  • Local 1199
  • Magnacare (National)
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • World Trade Center Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mcgaw Medical Center

Medical School

Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 1999

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly affiliated with?
Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly speak?
Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly?
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Does Dr. Srilaxmi Bearelly accept my insurance?
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