Dr. Barry M. Schanzer, MD | Edison, NJ | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Barry Schanzer specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on comprehensive eye care and vision health. He completed his fellowship at the prestigious Wills Eye Hospital in 1996, following his residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in 1995 and internship at North Shore Long Island Jewish Medical Center in 1992. Dr. Schanzer holds board certification in ophthalmology from the American Board of Ophthalmology, earned in 2018. He provides care in English.

Dr. Schanzer practices at Advanced Ophthalmology Center in Edison, New Jersey, and maintains hospital privileges at JFK University Medical Center. His expertise includes treating contact lens infections and addressing drooping eyelids, also known as ptosis. He also provides contact lens services for patients seeking vision correction options. Patients rate Dr. Schanzer 4.0 out of 5 stars on average for his ophthalmologic care.

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22 Ratings
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Wills Eye Hospital
6 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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After 29 years of coming to this place, My mother has decided to change to a better doctor! I told her it was about time! Have a new doctor lined up already!

July 16th, 2020

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My 1st time in this office. The staff was nice. Dr Schanzer was nice and knowledgeable, not sarcastic, not in a hurry like other doctors I know. This is important to me as I was nervous about what’s going on with my vision. I’m a bad diabetic so I had a feeling the blurry vision is from my bad diet. Anyway, it was reassuring to know that I still have a chance to correct my vision by managing my blood sugar. He gave me a prescription for eyeglasses but I don’t have to get glasses right now (my choice) He told me what he saw in the eye exam, which was what my previous eye doc mentioned to me also.

September 25th, 2019

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I had ben to several doctors before being referred to Dr. Schanzer. None of the doctors could figure out what my problem was and Dr. Schanzer seemed to know the diagnosis just from listening to me. Then a thorough exam confirmed the diagnosis. I am so grateful to have found Dr. Schanzer

March 31st, 2019

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I just had an excellent experience at the eye doctor. The staff was friendly and helpful. The doctor was thorough and caring and gave very helpful suggestions for treatment

March 28th, 2019

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Takes time to explain and answer questions. I never feel rushed.

January 7th, 2019

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The staff was wonderful. The office itself was reasonably acceptable; however my consultation with the doctor left much to be desired. I personally prefer a doctor who listens well before speaking. I felt disregarded. I certainly won’t be returning.

December 4th, 2018

Advanced Ophthalmology Center, PA

1812 Oak Tree RdEdison, NJ 08820

Tel: (732) 548-0700


Dr. Barry M Schanzer, MD	Dr. Mahmood Khan, MD	Dr. Tongalp H. Tezel, MD	Dr. Aakriti Garg Shukla, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4 (22 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.5 (11 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
	10 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English, Urdu	Speaks French, German, Turkish
Edison , NJ	New York , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY
	Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine	Med School: Hacettepe Universitesi Tip Fakultesi	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology, 2018

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Wills Eye Hospital1996

Residency

SUNY Downstate Medical Center1995

Internship

North Shore Long Island Jewish Medical Center1992

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