Summary

Dr. Barry Schanzer is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. He completed his fellowship training at 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 is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology as of 2018. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Schanzer practices at JFK University Medical Center and sees patients at Advanced Ophthalmology Center in Edison, New Jersey. He treats various eye conditions including contact lens infections and drooping eyelids, also known as ptosis. His practice includes fitting and managing contact lenses for patients who need vision correction. Patients rate Dr. Schanzer 3.9 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 35 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Suny Health Science Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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35 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English
Edison , NJNew York , NYNew York , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Universite Libre De Bruxelles Faculte De Medecine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College In Qatar
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Barry M Schanzer

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - PPO
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Braven Health (Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey)
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Barry M Schanzer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Barry M Schanzer has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Comprehensive Ophthalmology
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Barry M Schanzer holds an active medical license in the state of New Jersey.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Jersey that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Suny Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Barry M Schanzer's NPI number is 1053456509.

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